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noun \ˈmīnd\Definition of MIND
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: recollection, memory <keep that in mind> <time out of mind>
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a : the element or complex of elements in an individual that feels, perceives, thinks, wills, and especially reasons b : the conscious mental events and capabilities in an organism c : the organized conscious and unconscious adaptive mental activity of an organism
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: the normal or healthy condition of the mental faculties
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: disposition, mood
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a : a person or group embodying mental qualities <the public mind> b : intellectual ability
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capitalized Christian Science : god 1b
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: a conscious substratum or factor in the universe
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: attention <pay him no mind>
Examples of MIND
- He read great literature to develop his mind.
- It's important to keep your mind active as you grow older.
- He went for a walk to help clear his mind.
- the mysteries of the human mind
- My mind is always open to new ideas.
- You can't argue with him. His mind is closed.
- I can't concentrate: my mind is always wandering and I can't keep it focused on anything.
- The smell of pine sends my mind back to childhood.
- The sound of her voice jerked my mind back to the present.
- My mind tells me it can't work, but my heart tells me I want to try it.
Origin of MIND
Middle English, from Old English gemynd; akin to Old High German gimunt memory, Latin ment-, mens mind, monēre to remind, warn, Greek menos spirit, mnasthai, mimnēskesthai to remember
First Known Use: before 12th century
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Related Words: belfry, gray matter, intellect, intelligence, loaf [British slang], noodle, reason, skull; acumen, alertness, astuteness, brilliance, insight, judgment (or judgement), mentality, perception, perspicacity, sagacity, sapience, wisdom, wit; awareness, cognizance, consciousness, self-awareness, self-consciousness
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