·noun ·see Ern, ·noun.
II. Earn ·vi To curdle, as milk.
III. Earn ·vt & ·vi To Grieve.
IV. Earn ·vi To Long; to Yearn.
V. Earn ·vt To merit or deserve, as by labor or service; to do that which entitles one to (a reward, whether the reward is received or not).
VI. Earn ·vt To acquire by labor, service, or performance; to deserve and receive as compensation or wages; as, to earn a good living; to earn honors or laurels.