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(1):

(v. i.) To be equal; to hold comparison.

(2):

(n.) Emulation; rivalry; competition.

(3):

(v. t.) To serve as a model for; to surpass.

(4):

(v. t.) To compare with; to equal; to rival.

(5):

(v. t.) To compare; to parallel; to put in rivalry or emulation with.

(6):

(n.) A size of type between great primer and double pica. See the Note under Type.

(7):

(n.) A model or pattern; a pattern of excellence or perfection; as, a paragon of beauty or eloquence.

(8):

(n.) A companion; a match; an equal.