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(Entry 1 of 2)
1
the quality or state of being important
- I can't overemphasize the import of this examination on your future academic career
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2
the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action
- didn't understand all the technical jargon, but got the general import of the speech
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verbSynonyms of import (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to be of importance
- it imports little whether you like Grandma's gift; you should have graciously thanked her
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2
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
- the word "freedom" can import different things to different people
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The first known use of import was in the 15th century
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