An old word for to challenge, or incite to emulation; still in full use.
·noun Defiance; challenge. II. Dare ·noun A small fish; the dace. III. Dare ·vi To <<Lurk>>; to li...
Webster's Dictionary of the English Language
to dare, to pain or grieve ; it dares me, it grieves me. Ess. ...
A glossary of provincial and local words used in England by Francis Grose
·noun A reckless fellow. Also used adjectively; as, dare-devil excitement. ...
·pl of Dare-deviltry. ...
·noun Reckless mischief; the action of a dare-devil. ...
One who fears nothing, and will attempt anything. ...
The Sailor's Word-Book