Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for CON-TEM'PLA-TIVE
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CON-TEM'PLA-TIVE, a.
- Given to contemplation, or continued application of the mind to a subject; studious; thoughtful; as, a contemplative philosopher, or mind.
- Employed in study; as, a contemplative life. – Bacon.
- Having the appearance of study, or a studious habit; as, a contemplative book. – Denham.
- Having the power of thought or meditation; as, the contemplative faculty of man. – Ray.
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