abstract
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Definitions
Adjective
existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment; "abstract words like `truth'' and `justice''"
Adjective Satellite
not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature; "a large abstract painting"
Adjective Satellite
dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention; "abstract reasoning"; "abstract science"
Noun
a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance; "he loved her only in the abstract--not in person"
Noun
a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory
Verb
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
Verb
make off with belongings of others
Verb
consider apart from a particular case or instance; "Let''s abstract away from this particular example"
Verb
give an abstract (of)
Synonyms
abstraction
abstractionist
cabbage
filch
hook
lift
nobble
nonfigurative
nonobjective
outline
pilfer
pinch
precis
purloin
snarf
sneak
swipe
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