English dictionary

cure

/k/j//U/r/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

provide a cure for, make healthy again

verb.body

Examples
The treatment cured the boy's acne.

Synonyms bring around heal

Source: WordNet 3.0
prepare by drying, salting, or chemical processing in order to preserve

verb.change

Examples
Cure meats.

Cure pickles.

Cure hay.

Source: WordNet 3.0
make (substances) hard and improve their usability

verb.change

Examples
Cure resin.

Cure cement.

Cure soap.

Source: WordNet 3.0
be or become preserved

verb.change

Examples
The apricots cure in the sun.

Source: WordNet 3.0
To heal; to restore to health, soundness, or sanity; to make well; -- said of a patient.

verb

Source: webster1913
To pay heed; to care; to give attention.

verb

Source: webster1913