1. (v. t.) To form in the mind a notion or idea of; to form a mental image of; to conceive; to produce by the imagination.
2. (v. t.) To contrive in purpose; to scheme; to devise; to compass; to purpose. See Compass.
3. (v. t.) To represent to one's self; to think; to believe.
4. (v. i.) To form images or conceptions; to conceive; to devise.
5. (v. i.) To think; to suppose.
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