Formal and Informal Expressions of sire

In different contexts, you can replace 'sire' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'beget, generate' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'father, spawn' is a commonplace synonym.

sire: Explore its Definition & Usage

sire Definition

1to father; beget
2to create, bring about, or give rise to

Using sire: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sire" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
The stallion sired many prize-winning foals.
Example
The company's new product line will sire a wave of innovation in the industry.
Example
The artist's work has sired a new movement in contemporary art.

sire Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sire

Phrases with sire

sire of the realm
a title used to address or refer to a king or monarch
Example
The Sire of the Realm held court in the grand hall.
sire line
the direct male line of descent from a particular stallion, especially in horse breeding
Example
The mare's pedigree traced back to a famous sire line.
sire dam
the mother of a stallion, especially in horse breeding
Example
The colt's sire dam was a champion racehorse.

Origins of sire

from Old French 'sire', from Latin 'senior', meaning 'older'

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Summary: sire in Brief

The verb 'sire' [sahyuh r] means to father or beget offspring, as well as to create or bring about something. It is commonly used in horse breeding to refer to the male parent and his lineage, as in 'The stallion sired many prize-winning foals.'