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Aloof

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ALOOF, adv. Probably from the root of leave, to depart.

1. At a distance, but within view, or at a small distance, in a literal sense as, to stand aloof.
2. In a figurative sense, not concerned in a design declining to take any share, implying circumspection keeping at a distance from the point, or matter in debate.
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Entry for 'Aloof'. King James Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​kjd/​a/aloof.html.
 
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