grace
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ɡɹeɪs/]
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Senses
1. grace (noun) — sense 1
Definition: Charming, pleasing qualities.
Example: The Princess brought grace to an otherwise dull and boring party.
2. grace (noun) — sense 2
Definition: A short prayer of thanks before or after a meal.
Example: It has become less common to say grace before having dinner.
3. grace (noun) — sense 3
Definition: In the games of patience or solitaire: a special move that is normally against the rules.
4. grace (verb) — sense 4
Definition: To adorn; to decorate; to embellish and dignify.
Example: He graced the room with his presence.
5. grace (verb) — sense 5
Definition: To dignify or raise by an act of favour; to honour.
Example: He might, at his pleasure, grace […]or disgrace whom he would in court.
6. grace (verb) — sense 6
Definition: To supply with heavenly grace.
Example: Thy first publique miracle graceth a marriage
Structure of the word
Roots:- gʷerh (Proto-Indo-European)
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