Lear - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈlɪr|  American pronunciation of the word lear
Brit.  |lɪə|  British pronunciation of the word lear

noun

- British artist and writer of nonsense verse (1812-1888)
- the hero of William Shakespeare's tragedy who was betrayed and mistreated by two of his scheming daughters

Extra examples

...the cast and crew were able to bring off an eccentric but engaging reinterpretation of King Lear...

J. G. recently opened in ❝King Lear❞

Lear asks each daughter to make a profession of her love for him.

The Shakespeare Company is offering 'King Lear' this month

Next year we shall put up "King Lear".

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