Definition of contra

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Contra () A Latin adverb and preposition, signifying against, contrary, in opposition, etc., entering as a prefix into the composition of many English words. Cf. Counter, adv. & pref..

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Contradictable :: Contradictable (a.) Capable of being contradicting.
Derogation :: Derogation (n.) An alteration of, or subtraction from, a contract for a sale of stocks..
Beastly :: Beastly (a.) Characterizing the nature of a beast; contrary to the nature and dignity of man; brutal; filthy.
Contravener :: Contravener (n.) One who contravenes.
Astrict :: Astrict (v. t.) To bind up; to confine; to constrict; to contract.
Violone :: Violone (n.) The largest instrument of the bass-viol kind, having strings tuned an octave below those of the violoncello; the contrabasso; -- called also double bass..
Rigor :: Rigor (n.) A sense of chilliness, with contraction of the skin; a convulsive shuddering or tremor, as in the chill preceding a fever..
Contractible :: Contractible (a.) Capable of contraction.
Selenious :: Selenious (a.) Of, pertaining to, or containing, selenium; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a lower valence as contrasted with selenic compounds..
Knight Marshal :: Knight marshal () An officer in the household of the British sovereign, who has cognizance of transgressions within the royal household and verge, and of contracts made there, a member of the household being one of the parties..
Thallic :: Thallic (a.) Of or pertaining to thallium; derived from, or containing, thallium; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a higher valence as contrasted with the thallous compounds; as, thallic oxide..
Constrictor :: Constrictor (n.) A muscle which contracts or closes an orifice, or which compresses an organ; a sphincter..
Contratenor :: Contratenor (n.) Counter tenor; contralto.
Contrariness :: Contrariness (n.) state or quality of being contrary; opposition; inconsistency; contrariety; perverseness; obstinacy.
Contraindicant :: Contraindicant (n.) Something, as a symptom, indicating that the usual mode of treatment is not to be followed..
Can''t :: Can't () A colloquial contraction for can not.
Homely :: Homely (n.) Of plain or coarse features; uncomely; -- contrary to handsome.
''em :: 'Em () An obsolete or colloquial contraction of the old form hem, them..
Covenant :: Covenant (n.) An undertaking, on sufficient consideration, in writing and under seal, to do or to refrain from some act or thing; a contract; a stipulation; also, the document or writing containing the terms of agreement..
Toleration :: Toleration (n.) Specifically, the allowance of religious opinions and modes of worship in a state when contrary to, or different from, those of the established church or belief..
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