Merriam-Webster's Collegiate® Dictionary, 11th Edition
WARE
I. adjective see: wary Date: before 12th century aware , conscious , wary , vigilant ,
II. transitive verb (wared; waring)
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English warian; akin to Old High German biwarōn to protect, Old English wær aware Date: before 12th century to beware of ; avoid ,
III. noun see: venal Date: before 12th century
1. manufactured articles, products of art or craft, or farm produce ; goods, an article of merchandise, articles (as pottery or dishes) of fired clay , an intangible item (as a service or ability) that is a marketable commodity,
IV. transitive verb (wared; waring) see: wear
Date: 14th century
spend , expend