Definition for MAS'TER

MAS'TER, v.t.

  1. To conquer; to overpower; to subdue; to bring under control. Obstinacy and willful neglect must be mastered, even though it costs blows. Locke. Evil customs must he mastered by degrees. Calamy.
  2. To execute with skill. I will not offer that which I can not master. Bacon.
  3. To rule; to govern. And rather father thee than master thee. [Not used.] Shak.

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