given (n.)

  1. an assumption that is taken for granted

    [ Syn: presumption , precondition ]

    given (adj.)

  1. acknowledged as a supposition; given the engines condition, it is a wonder that it started

    [ Syn: granted ]

  2. (usually followed by `to) naturally disposed toward; he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant; I am not minded to answer any questions

    [ Syn: apt , disposed , minded , tending ]

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