1. the back part of something

1. located at or near the back

1. to care for and bring up a child or young animal
2. to rise up on the hind legs
Usage: used of horses and other animals

Examples

• The rear of the building faces the parking lot.
• Please use the rear entrance after hours.
• The rear tires need to be replaced.
• She helped rear three children on her own.
• The farmer rears cattle and sheep.
• The horse reared when it heard the loud noise.
• The snake reared its head before striking.