mind
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/maɪnd/
English
Definitions
noun
- The ability for rational thought.“Despite advancing age, his mind was still as sharp as ever.”
- The ability to be aware of things.“There was no doubt in his mind that they would win.”
- The ability to remember things.“My mind just went blank.”
- The ability to focus the thoughts.“I can’t keep my mind on what I’m doing.”
verb
- (originally and chiefly in negative or interrogative constructions) To dislike, to object to; to be bothered by.“Do you mind if I smoke?”
- To look after, to take care of, especially for a short period of time.“Would you mind my bag for me?”
- (chiefly in the imperative) To make sure, to take care (that).“Mind you don't knock that glass over.”
- To be careful about.
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Synonyms
brainheadintellectintelligencenouspsychereasonwitawarenessconsciousnesssentienceattentionconcentrationfocusmemoryrecollectiondesiredisposition