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pride
- Main Entry:
- 1pride

- Pronunciation:
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\ˈprīd\
- Function:
- noun
- Etymology:
- Middle English, from Old English prȳde, from prūd proud — more at proud
- Date:
- before 12th century
1: the quality or state of being proud: as a: inordinate self-esteem : conceit b: a reasonable or justifiable self-respect c: delight or elation arising from some act, possession, or relationship <parental pride> 2: proud or disdainful behavior or treatment : disdain3 a: ostentatious display b: highest pitch : prime4: a source of pride : the best in a group or class5: a company of lions6: a showy or impressive group <a pride of dancers>
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