Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Ability (abilities)
ability (abilities), n. [L. habilitas; see able, adj.] (webplay: force, will).
- Mastery; authority; power; right.
- Action; activity; motion; movement; [fig.] talent; physical potential; mental resources.
- Capacity; faculty; sensory function.
- Power; strength.
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