fare
UK: feə | US: fer
n. 1. the money paid for a journey on public transportation
n. 2. a range of food, especially of a particular type
vi. 3. to perform or progress in a specified way (e.g., "How did you fare in the exam?")
The word "fare" traces back to Old English faran, meaning "to journey or travel." This root is shared with German fahren (to drive/travel) and Dutch varen (to sail). Originally, it referred to the act of traveling itself, later narrowing to the cost of travel (13th century) and food provisions for a journey (15th century). The verb sense ("to perform/progress") retains the original idea of movement through experience.
The bus fare has increased by 10% this year.
The restaurant offers traditional Italian fare.
How did you fare in your job interview?
She paid her train fare with a contactless card.
Medieval inns provided simple fare for travelers.