SINCE 1828
Adam
noun
Ad·am
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Definition of Adam
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: the first man and father by Eve of Cain and Abel
2
: the unregenerate nature of man
—used especially in the phrase the old Adam
Adam
adjectiveDefinition of Adam (Entry 2 of 3)
: of, relating to, or being an 18th century decorative style (as of furniture) characterized by straight lines, surface decoration, and conventional designs (such as festooned garlands and medallions)
Adam
biographical name
Ad·am
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Definition of Adam (Entry 3 of 3)
Robert 1728–1792 and his brother James 1730–1794 Scottish architects and furniture designers
Other Words from Adam
Noun
Adamic
\ ə-ˈda-mik
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or Adamical \ -mi-kəl
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adjective
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or Adamical \ -mi-kəl
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adjective
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