Harry

/ˈhæri/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To persistently carry out attacks on an enemy or an adversary.

The troops were ordered to harry the enemy's retreat with quick strikes.

To harass or torment someone persistently.

She was constantly harried by the demands of her job.

To besiege or to attack repeatedly.

The children harried the dog until it finally ran away.

Middle English 'herian', from Old English 'hergian', meaning to make a raid.

harried existence

a life full of worry and trouble

harried by responsibilities

overwhelmed by various duties

harassment

the act of disturbing or troubling someone persistently.

raid

a sudden attack on a place, often to steal or cause damage.

to annoy or disrupt someone persistently.

Stop harrying me about that project!

to put pressure on someone.

The boss has been harrying us to finish the report.