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noun
The purpose, goal, or end fulfilled by a thing.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: natural
Topics: human-sciences, philosophy, science, sciences
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noun
(philosophy) the end or purpose of a thing or process
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: purpose, intent, intention, aim, design
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