<p><strong>Verb (used without object):</strong></p><ul><li>stared, star·ing.</li><li>to gaze fixedly and intently, especially with the eyes wide open.</li><li>to be boldly or obtrusively conspicuous.</li><li>to be patently or compellingly obvious.</li><li>(of hair, feathers, etc.) to stick out or stand on end; bristle.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun:</strong></p><ul><li>a staring gaze; a fixed look with the eyes wide open.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb Phrase:</strong></p><ul><li>to cause to become uncomfortable by gazing steadily at one; overcome by staring.</li></ul>