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    Chase

    /tʃeɪs/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    the act of pursuing someone or something
    The police were in a high-speed chase with the suspect.
    a pursuit, often a thrilling or exciting one
    The movie featured an intense chase through the city.
    a race or competitive sprint
    There was a chase to the finish line in the final lap of the race.
    verb
    to pursue in order to catch or catch up with
    The dog chased the ball across the yard.
    to pursue a goal or aim
    She decided to chase her dream of becoming a doctor.
    to run after someone or something
    The children chased each other around the playground.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    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.

    Related Words

    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.

    Slang Meanings

    Chase down
    I need to chase down that information before the deadline.
    Chase after
    He's always chasing after the latest trends.