Meaning & Definition of word "Chase"

Chase

/tʃeɪs/

1. the act of pursuing someone or something
- Example: The police were in a high-speed chase with the suspect.
2. a pursuit, often a thrilling or exciting one
- Example: The movie featured an intense chase through the city.
3. a race or competitive sprint
- Example: There was a chase to the finish line in the final lap of the race.

1. to pursue in order to catch or catch up with
- Example: The dog chased the ball across the yard.
2. to pursue a goal or aim
- Example: She decided to chase her dream of becoming a doctor.
3. to run after someone or something
- Example: The children chased each other around the playground.

Middle English chasen, from Old French chacier, from Latin captare 'to catch'.

chase your dreams:

To pursue one's goals or aspirations.

chase tail:

To pursue someone romantically or sexually.

chase the dragon:

To inhale the smoke from heated opium or a similar drug.

chase someone out:

To force someone to leave a place.

chase after shadows:

To pursue something unattainable or illusory.

pursuit:

The act of following or chasing something.

hunting:

The act of searching for or pursuing game or wild animals.

race:

A competition of speed.

flee:

To run away from danger or pursuit.

track:

To follow the trail of someone or something.

Meaning: Chase down

Example Sentence: I need to chase down that information before the deadline.

Meaning: Chase after

Example Sentence: He's always chasing after the latest trends.