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Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
- State or frame of mind; disposition; condition.
- That quality of mind which enables one to encounter danger and difficulties with firmness, or without fear or depression of spirits; valor; boldness; bravery; spirit; daring; resolution: formerly occasionally used in the plural.
- The heart; spirit; temper; disposition.
- Heart; inclination; desire; will.
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
- The state or quality of mind or spirit that enables one to face danger, fear, or vicissitudes with self-possession, confidence, and resolution; bravery
