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Carew

Noun:

1. A surname of Welsh origin, derived from the Welsh word "carew" meaning fort, fortress.

Example sentence: The Carew family has a long and prestigious history in Wales.

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Noun:

2. (cricket) A type of shot in cricket where the ball is hit with a flick of the wrists, sending it along the ground towards the leg side.

Example sentence: The batsman executed a perfect Carew and scored four runs.

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Verb:

3. (archaic) To take care of or pay attention to someone or something.

Example sentence: The nurse carefully carewed the patient throughout the night.

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4. (slang) To show interest, love, or affection towards someone.

Example sentence: Sarah carews her little brother by giving him a hug every day.

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5. (UK, Norfolk dialect) A winding and narrow alley or pedestrian street.

Example sentence: The historic town is filled with picturesque carews lined with charming shops.

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