harry
v.v. to keep bothering or attacking someone over and over again. You use this when someone is being annoyed by constant requests or small attacks.
v. to persistently harass, annoy, or attack someone through repeated actions or demands. Often used in military contexts to describe raiding an enemy or in social contexts for relentless pestering.
The reporters continue to harry the actress as she leaves her home.
The small group of rebels began to harry the retreating army with quick, unexpected night raids.
Throughout the press conference, the minister was harried by a barrage of questions regarding the recent budget cuts and the subsequent public outcry.
Medieval English spoken form of Old French Henri.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object.
- Verbharry
- Nounharrier
Last updated May 2, 2026