Dictionary
con•tem•pla•tion
Pronunciation: (kon"tum-plā'shun, -tem-), [key]—
n.
1. the act of contemplating; thoughtful observation.
2. full or deep consideration; reflection:
religious contemplation.
3. purpose or intention.
4. prospect or expectation.
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