How to Pronounce Full-bore

To pronounce "full-bore", say FULLB-or-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

FULLB-or-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “full-bore”

"full-bore" has 3 syllables: fullb-or-e.

What does full-bore mean?

adjective

  1. Thoroughgoing; complete; total.

    “He is full-bore environmental activist.”

  2. (of a firearm) Having a relatively large caliber.

    “Mounted on the wall was a full-bore elephant gun.”

adverb

  1. At top speed; with full power.

    “The car raced full-bore into oncoming traffic.”

Synonyms

full-blownfull-fledgedfull tilt boogie

Related words

full-scalethoroughin-depththoroughgoingthoroughpacedfull-onthorough-goingstraight-out

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "full-bore"?▾

"Full-bore" has 3 syllables: fullb · or · e.

What does "full-bore" mean?▾

Full-bore: Thoroughgoing; complete; total.

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