I. ˈfer intransitive verb
( fared ; far·ing )
Etymology: Middle English faren, from Old English faran; akin to Old High German faran to go, Latin portare to carry, Greek peran to pass through, poros passage, journey
Date: before 12th century
1. : go , travel
2. : get along , succeed
how did you fare on your exam?
3. : eat , dine
II. noun
Etymology: Middle English, journey, passage, supply of food, from Old English faru, fær; akin to Old English faran to go
Date: 15th century
1.
a. : range of food : diet
b. : material provided for use, consumption, or enjoyment
2.
a. : the price charged to transport a person
b. : a paying passenger on a public conveyance