Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- In metaphysics, of the nature of a pure self-subsistent form, apprehended only by the reason. See
intelligible , 2.
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Examples
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_may_ squint for all the good it'll dew him so far as I'm consarned, -- though Mr. Smith's a respectable man, -- quite young and hain't no family, -- very well off, tew, and quite intellectible, -- but I'm purty partickler.
The Wit and Humor of America, Volume IX (of X) Various 1887
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