Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for COM'PRO-MISE
COM'PRO-MISE, v.t.
- To adjust and settle a difference by mutual agreement, with concessions of claims by the parties; to compound.
- To agree; to accord. Shak.
- To commit; to put to hazard; to pledge by some act or declaration. [In this sense, see Compromit, which is generally used.]
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