Definition for OUT-BRAVE

OUT-BRAVE, v.t.

  1. To bear down by more daring or insolent conduct. I would outstare the sternest eyes that look, / Outbrave the heart most daring on the earth, / To win thee, lady. Shak.
  2. To exceed in splendid appearance. The towers as well as men outbrave the sky. Cowley.

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