(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.