English English Dictionary

The act of suggesting; presentation of an idea.

That which is suggested; an intimation; an insinuation; a hint; a different proposal or mention; also, formerly, a secret incitement; temptation.

Charge; complaint; accusation.

Information without oath; an entry of a material fact or circumstance on the record for the information of the court, at the death or insolvency of a party.

The act or power of originating or recalling ideas or relations, distinguished as original and relative; -- a term much used by Scottish metaphysicians from Hutcherson to Thomas Brown.