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example(2) (iou)



example verb trans. LME.
[from the noun.]
Set a precedent for; justify by precedent. LME-L16.
Exemplify; provide a model of; find or give an instance of. Now only in pass. LME.
J. Morley A fervid assiduity that has not often been exampled.
Set an example to. Formerly also (of a thing), serve as an example or warning to. Now rare. L16.
Indicate (a person) as an example. E-M17.