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An abstract archetype of a given thing, compared to which real-life examples are seen as imperfect approximations; pure essence, as opposed to actual examples.
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The conception of someone or something as representing a perfect example; an ideal.
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The form or shape of something; a quintessential aspect or characteristic.
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An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory.
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The mere idea of you is enough to excite me.
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More generally, any result of mental activity; a thought, a notion; a way of thinking.
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A conception in the mind of something to be done; a plan for doing something, an intention.
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I have an idea of how we might escape.
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A purposeful aim or goal; intent
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Yeah, that's the idea.
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A vague or fanciful notion; a feeling or hunch; an impression.
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He had the wild idea that if he leant forward a little, he might be able to touch the mountain-top.
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A musical theme or melodic subject.