Definition of Contemplations. Meaning of Contemplations. Synonyms of Contemplations
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Definition of Contemplations
Contemplation Contemplation Con`tem*pla"tion, n. [F. contemplation, L.
contemplatio.]
1. The act of the mind in considering with attention;
continued attention of the mind to a particular subject;
meditation; musing; study.
In contemplation of created things, By steps we may
ascend to God. --Milton.
Contemplation is keeping the idea which is brought
into the mind for some time actually in view.
--Locke.
2. Holy meditation. [Obs.]
To live in prayer and contemplation. --Shak.
3. The act of looking forward to an event as about to happen;
expectation; the act of intending or purposing.
In contemplation of returning at an early date, he
left. --Reid.
To have in contemplation, to inted or purpose, or to have
under consideration.
