单词 | contemplation |
释义 | contemplation /kon'teuhm play"sheuhn, -tem-/, n. 1. the act of contemplating; thoughtful observation. 2. full or deep consideration; reflection: religious contemplation. 3. purpose or intention. 4. prospect or expectation. [1175-1225; < L contemplation- (s. of contemplatio); see CONTEMPLATE, -ION; r. ME contemplaci(o)un < AF < L, as above] |
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