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hounded

/ˈhaʊndɪd/

houndedpast participle

/ˈhaʊndɪd/

Functions as an adjective derived from the past participle of the verb ‘hound’.

Translations

преследуемый

The hounded man sought refuge in the mountains.

Преследуемый человек искал убежище в горах.

Definitions

Persistently pursued or harassed.

The hounded journalist struggled to find peace amidst the constant media attention.

Synonyms

houndverb

hounded

Past Simple

hounded

Past Simple

hounded

Past Participle

hounding

Gerund

/haʊnd/

Translations

преследовать

The paparazzi hound the celebrity wherever she goes.

Папарацци преследуют знаменитость, куда бы она ни пошла.

Additional translations

гнаться

Definitions

To pursue relentlessly or harass persistently.

The paparazzi hounded the celebrity, following her everywhere she went.

To set hunting dogs on (an animal) or to chase in the manner of hounds.

The hunters hounded the fox across the fields.

Synonyms

chase

pursue

hound down

track

houndnoun

Definitions

A type of dog that is used for hunting because of its strong sense of smell and stamina.

The hound followed the scent trail through the forest.

A person who is very enthusiastic or passionate about a particular activity or subject.

He's a real book hound, always searching for rare editions.

A contemptible, aggressive, or morally objectionable person (informal).

"Get away from me, you hound!" she shouted.

houndadjective

Definitions

Of, relating to, or characteristic of hounds; used to describe something associated with hunting dogs.

The kennel specializes in hound breeds.