civil

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈsɪv.əl/]

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1. civil (adj) — sense 1

Definition: Having to do with people and government office as opposed to the military or religion.

Example: She went into civil service because she wanted to help the people.

2. civil (adj) — sense 2

Definition: Behaving in a reasonable or polite manner; avoiding displays of hostility.

Example: It was very civil of him to stop the argument.

3. civil (adj) — sense 3

Definition: In a peaceful and well-ordered state.

Example: Herein thou haſt done good ſeruice to thy country:
VVere all inhumaine ſlaues ſo ſerued as he,
England would be ciuill, and from all ſuch dealings free.

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