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inure definition

in·ure (in yo̵or′, i no̵or′)

transitive verb inured -·ured′, inuring -·ur′·ing

to make accustomed to something difficult, painful, etc.; habituate

Etymology: ME (in pp. enured) < in ure, in practice < in, in + ure, practice, work < OFr eure, ovre < L opera, work: see opera

intransitive verb

to come into use or take effect sick pay inures from the first day of illness

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Alternate definitions:

business inure definition - business

law inure definition - legal

inure Synonyms

inure

v.

accustom, habituate, toughen; see familiarize with, harden 3, strengthen, teach 1.


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  • solely: All use of the label and other ICRA Marks shall inure solely to the benefit of ICRA.
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