spirit

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spirit
ˈspɪrɪt Listen
Meanings
noun
  • the non-physical part of a person which is the seat of emotions and character; the soul.
    E.g. we seek a harmony between body and spirit
  • the prevailing or typical quality, mood, or attitude of a person, group, or period of time.
    E.g. I hope the team will build on this spirit of confidence
  • strong distilled alcoholic drink such as brandy, whisky, gin, or rum.
  • a highly refined substance or fluid thought to govern vital phenomena.
verb
  • convey rapidly and secretly.
    E.g. stolen cows were spirited away some distance to prevent detection

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