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Lacking aptitude or skill:
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- Lacking aptitude or skill:
- (Gram.) Expressing variation in tense by the addition of an inflectional suffix rather than by internal change of a syllabic vowel; regular (Ex.: talk, talked, talked)
- Lacking in mental power, or in the ability to think, judge, decide, etc.
(Uncountable) Entertainment
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- (Uncountable) Entertainment
- Something that amuses or entertains; entertainment
- (Countable) An activity that is entertaining or amusing, such as dancing, gunning, or fishing.
One known for the manner of one's acceptance of rules, especially of a game, or of a difficult situation:
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- One known for the manner of one's acceptance of rules, especially of a game, or of a difficult situation:
- Such activities considered as a group:
- Fun; amusement:
A struggle for superiority or victory between rivals:
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- A struggle for superiority or victory between rivals:
- A fight, struggle, conflict, or controversy
- Any race, game, debate, etc. in which individuals or teams compete with one another to determine the winner
A slender piece of wood, cardboard, waxed cord, etc. tipped with a composition that catches fire by friction; esp., a safety match
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- A slender piece of wood, cardboard, waxed cord, etc. tipped with a composition that catches fire by friction; esp., a safety match
- Two or more persons or things that go together in appearance, size, or other quality
- A pair, each one of which resembles or harmonizes with the other:
A series of contests in which a number of contestants compete and the one that prevails through the final round or that finishes with the best record is declared the winner.
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- A series of contests in which a number of contestants compete and the one that prevails through the final round or that finishes with the best record is declared the winner.
- A series of games; either the same game played many times, or a succession of games related by a single theme; played competitively to determine a single winning team or individual.
- A series of contests in some sport or game, as basketball or chess, in which a number of people or teams take part, trying to win the championship
A mischievous trick played on a person, especially one that causes the victim to experience embarrassment, indignity, or discomfort.
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- A mischievous trick played on a person, especially one that causes the victim to experience embarrassment, indignity, or discomfort.
- Something done for amusement to the detriment of someone else.
The mode of living by preying on other animals
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- The mode of living by preying on other animals
- An animal hunted or caught by another for food:
- The collection of animals typically hunted and eaten by a predator:
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Such activities considered as a group:
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- Such activities considered as a group:
- Fun; amusement:
- Fun or play
Not restrained by a sense of shame or propriety; rudely bold; brazen
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- Not restrained by a sense of shame or propriety; rudely bold; brazen
- Fearlessly, often recklessly daring; bold.
- Bold or daring; fearless
Having a (specified) character, mood, or disposition
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- Having a (specified) character, mood, or disposition
- Full of or characterized by animation, vigor, or courage:
- Lively, vigorous, animated or courageous.
Willing to take risks; adventurous
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- Willing to take risks; adventurous
- Inclined to engage in risky activities or enterprises.
- Prone to, or willing to undertake, adventures; daring or bold.
Vulgar or obscene:
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- Vulgar or obscene:
- Full of or exhibiting faults or errors:
- Being in poor condition; diseased:
Something that distracts the mind and relaxes or entertains.
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- Something that distracts the mind and relaxes or entertains.
- A maneuver that draws the attention of an opponent away from a planned point of action, especially as part of military strategy.
- A policy or practice permitting a juvenile to be removed from traditional processing in juvenile court and placed in a program involving an alternative disposition, such as treatment or rehabilitation services.
Refreshment in body or mind, as after work, by some form of play, amusement, or relaxation
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- Refreshment in body or mind, as after work, by some form of play, amusement, or relaxation
- Any form of play, amusement, or relaxation used for this purpose, as games, sports, or hobbies
- Any activity, such as play, that amuses, diverts or stimulates.
Such an activity, esp. when competitive, requiring more or less vigorous bodily exertion and carried on, sometimes as a profession, according to some traditional form or set of rules, whether outdoors, as football, golf, etc., or indoors, as basketball, bowling, etc.
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- Such an activity, esp. when competitive, requiring more or less vigorous bodily exertion and carried on, sometimes as a profession, according to some traditional form or set of rules, whether outdoors, as football, golf, etc., or indoors, as basketball, bowling, etc.
- Fun; amusement:
- (Obs.) Amorous trifling or sexual play
A control mechanism on an audio or video player that starts or resumes the audible or visual presentation of a recording.
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- A control mechanism on an audio or video player that starts or resumes the audible or visual presentation of a recording.
- Freedom or occasion for action; scope:
- The act or manner of engaging in a game or sport:
A mischievous trick or practical joke
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- A mischievous trick or practical joke
An act intended to deceive or trick.
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- An act intended to deceive or trick.
- A trick or fraud, esp. one meant as a practical joke
- Something that has been established or accepted by fraudulent means.
A rich or productive source:
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- A rich or productive source:
- Hunted animals considered as a group; game.
- An animal that is being hunted down, esp. with dogs or hawks; prey
Something taken as prey.
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- Something taken as prey.
- Anything captured; prey or plunder
- Part or all of this entry has been imported from the 1913 edition of Webster's Dictionary, which is now free of copyright and hence in the public domain. The imported definitions may be significantly out of date, and any more recent senses may be completely missing.
disabled
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entertainment
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sport
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competition
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sport
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joke
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fish
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fowl
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meat
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A source of enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure:
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- A source of enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure:
- Enjoyment; amusement:
- Lively, joyous play or playfulness; amusement, sport, recreation, etc.
A control mechanism on an audio or video player that starts or resumes the audible or visual presentation of a recording.
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- A control mechanism on an audio or video player that starts or resumes the audible or visual presentation of a recording.
- Freedom or occasion for action; scope:
- The act or manner of engaging in a game or sport:
To stake (an amount, for example) in a bet.
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- To stake (an amount, for example) in a bet.
- To maintain confidently, as if making a bet:
- To make a bet with:
To bet on an uncertain outcome, as of a contest.
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- To bet on an uncertain outcome, as of a contest.
- To take a risk in order to gain some advantage
- To play a game of chance for stakes.
To work out; devise
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- To work out; devise
- Simple past tense of lie, when pertaining to position.
- To put or set in order or readiness for use:
To put (a specified card) into play
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- To put (a specified card) into play
- To act or conduct oneself in a specified way:
- (Music) To perform on an instrument:
To make a bet.
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- To make a bet.
- To risk or stake (an amount or possession) on an uncertain outcome; bet.
- Bet
Clear and distinct to the eye; conspicuous:
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- Clear and distinct to the eye; conspicuous:
- Requiring or exhibiting courage or daring:
- Strong or pronounced; prominent:
Willing to face danger, pain, or trouble; not afraid
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- Willing to face danger, pain, or trouble; not afraid
- Making a fine display; impressive or showy:
- Showing to good effect; having a fine appearance
Of an action, that requires courage.
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- Of an action, that requires courage.
- Having or showing courage; brave
- Of a person, displaying or possessing courage.
That cannot be daunted or intimidated; fearless
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- That cannot be daunted or intimidated; fearless
- Incapable of being intimidated or discouraged; fearless.
Marked by stouthearted courage; brave.
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- Marked by stouthearted courage; brave.
- (Now Rare) Valiant; brave
Without fear; not afraid; brave; intrepid
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- Without fear; not afraid; brave; intrepid
Having fortitude; courageous.
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- Having fortitude; courageous.
- Part or all of this entry has been imported from the 1913 edition of Webster's Dictionary, which is now free of copyright and hence in the public domain. The imported definitions may be significantly out of date, and any more recent senses may be completely missing.
Polite and attentive to women in a courtly way
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- Polite and attentive to women in a courtly way
- Showy and lively in dress or manner
- Smartly or boldly stylish; dashing:
Able to withstand difficult or adverse conditions; robust:
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- Able to withstand difficult or adverse conditions; robust:
- Too bold; full of temerity; rash
- Bold and resolute; daring; courageous
Of a size or scale that is larger than life:
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- Of a size or scale that is larger than life:
- Like or characteristic of a hero or his deeds; strong, brave, noble, powerful, etc.
- Having, displaying, or characteristic of the qualities appropriate to a hero; courageous:
Resolutely courageous; fearless.
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- Resolutely courageous; fearless.
- Not afraid; bold; fearless; dauntless
Of great mettle; courageous.
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- Of great mettle; courageous.
- Full of mettle; spirited; ardent, brave, etc.
Strong in construction; firm; substantial
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- Strong in construction; firm; substantial
- Courageous; brave; undaunted
- Thick or strong in structure or substance; solid or substantial:
- Stubborn
- Courageous; brave; undaunted
- Not afraid.
- Feeling, exhibiting, or expressing no fear.
Not discouraged or disheartened; resolutely courageous.
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- Not discouraged or disheartened; resolutely courageous.
- Not daunted; not faltering or hesitating out of fear or discouragement; undismayed; intrepid
- Showing courage and resolution.
Resolute; determined
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- Resolute; determined
- Possessing or exhibiting valor; brave:
- Full of or characterized by valor or courage; brave
- Having or displaying valour.
- Marked by or possessing great personal bravery; valiant.
- Having or showing valor; courageous; brave
Spirited; plucky.
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- Spirited; plucky.
- (Informal) Having spunk; courageous; spirited
(Informal) Full of guts; daring, courageous, forceful, plucky, etc.
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- (Informal) Full of guts; daring, courageous, forceful, plucky, etc.
- Robust and uninhibited; lusty:
- Marked by courage and determination in the face of difficulties or danger; having guts
Acquiescing; agreeing or consenting without protest
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- Acquiescing; agreeing or consenting without protest
- Disposed or willing to acquiesce.
Pleasing, either to the mind or senses; pleasant; grateful.
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- Pleasing, either to the mind or senses; pleasant; grateful.
- Ready to consent or submit:
- Willing or ready to consent
- Having a mind (inclination) for something.
- Having a preference for doing something; having a likelihood, or disposition to carry out an act.
- Directed or oriented toward something specified. Often used in combination:
Unhesitant; willing
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- Unhesitant; willing
- Likely or about to do something:
- Prompt in apprehending or reacting:
Favorably disposed or consenting (to do something specified or implied)
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- Favorably disposed or consenting (to do something specified or implied)
- Disposed or inclined; prepared:
- Acting or ready to act gladly; eagerly compliant:
Pleased; happy.
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- Pleased; happy.
- Reluctantly willing
- Ready; willing.
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