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Meaning of full-bore

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

full-bore

adjective

Definitions

  1. Thoroughgoing; complete; total.

    Example: He is full-bore environmental activist.

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

    Example: Mounted on the wall was a full-bore elephant gun.

adverb

Definitions

  1. At top speed; with full power.

    Example: The car raced full-bore into oncoming traffic.