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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Individuate \In`di*vid"u*ate\, v. t. [imp. & p. p.
{Individuated}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Individuating}.]
To distinguish from others of the species; to endow with
individuality; to divide into individuals; to discriminate.
Syn: individualize.
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The soul, as the prime individuating principle,
and the said reserved portion of matter as an
essential and radical part of the individuation,
shall . . . make up and restore the same
individual person. --South.
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Life is individuated into infinite numbers, that
have their distinct sense and pleasure. --Dr. H.
More.
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