[haze] n [prob. back-formation fr. hazy] (1706) 1 a: fine dust, smoke, or light vapor causing lack of transparency of the air b: a cloudy appearance in a transparent liquid or solid; also: a dullness of finish (as on furniture)
2: something suggesting atmospheric haze; esp: vagueness of mind or mental perception
[2]haze vb hazed ; haz.ing vt (1801): to make hazy, dull, or cloudy ~ vi: to become hazy or cloudy [3]haze vt hazed ; haz.ing [origin unknown] (1840) 1 a: to harass by exacting unnecessary or disagreeable work b: to harass by banter, ridicule, or criticism
2: to haze by way of initiation "~ the fraternity pledges" 3 West: to drive (as cattle or horses) from horseback -- haz.er n