Ad·am
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Definition of Adam
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
in the Bible
: 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 2)
: 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)
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Adamic
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ə-ˈda-mik
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or Adamical \
ə-ˈda-mi-kəl
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or Adamical \
ə-ˈda-mi-kəl
\ adjective
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“Adam.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Adam. Accessed 2 Jul. 2022.
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Ad·am
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Definition of Adam
Robert 1728–1792 and his brother James 1730–1794 Scottish architects and furniture designers
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