homer (n.)

  1. a base hit on which the batter scores a run

    [ Syn: home run ]

  2. ancient Greek epic poet who is believed to have written the Iliad and the Odyssey (circa 850 BC)

    [ Syn: homer ]

  3. an ancient Hebrew unit of capacity equal to 10 baths or 10 ephahs

    [ Syn: kor ]

  4. United States painter best known for his seascapes (1836-1910)

    [ Syn: homer , winslow homer ]

  5. pigeon trained to return home

    [ Syn: homing pigeon ]

    homer (v.)

  1. hit a home run

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