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Meaning:

Adjective:

  • Ample; moderately large.
  • of a man Agreeable to the eye or to correct taste; having a pleasing appearance or expression; attractive; having symmetry and dignity; comely.
  • of a woman Striking, impressive and elegantly proportioned, though not typically beautiful.
  • Evincing a becoming generosity or nobleness of character; liberal; generous.
  • obsolete Dexterous; skillful; handy; ready; convenient; -- applied to things as persons.
  • Suitable or fit in action; marked with propriety and ease; graceful; becoming; appropriate.

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Verb:

  • obsolete To render handsome.

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