Definition of Haunt
Haunt
Haunt
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To regularly visit or frequent a place, often in a ghostly or supernatural sense.
e.g. The old mansion was said to haunt the dreams of the villagers.
(verb)
to frequently visit or spend time in a place or seek someone's company;
e.g. Many of the animals haunt the lake in the hot afternoons. He is known to haunt the racetracks and place bets on various horses.
(verb)
to be constantly present in something, often in a way that is disturbing, or to trouble someone and remain on their mind;
e.g. The troubling stories of the city's history haunt its streets. The sounds of their cries haunt her to this day, and she wishes she had helped.
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