“Raid” or “Rayed”

Overview

raid / rayed are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

raid: (noun) an attempt by speculators to defraud investors. (verb) search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on. (verb) take over (a company) by buying a controlling interest of its stock. (verb) search for something needed or desired.

rayed: (verb) emit as rays.

Pronunciation

raid: r·EY·d

rayed: r·EY·d

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