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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Humane \Hu*mane"\, a. [L. humanus: cf. F. humain. See {Human}.]
1. Pertaining to man; human. [Obs.] --Jer. Taylor.
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2. Having the feelings and inclinations creditable to man;
having a disposition to treat other human beings or
animals with kindness; kind; benevolent.
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Of an exceeding courteous and humane inclination.
--Sportswood.
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3. Humanizing; exalting; tending to refine.
Syn: Kind; sympathizing; benevolent; mild; compassionate;
gentle; tender; merciful. -- {Hu*mane"ly}, adv. --
{Hu*mane"ness}, n.
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