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Grammar : Adj, noun, verb
Spell : fahyn
Phonetic Transcription : faɪn



Definition of fine

Origin :
  • mid-13c., "unblemished, refined, pure; of superior quality," from Old French fin "perfected, of highest quality" (12c.), from Latin finis "end, limit" (see finish); hence "acme, peak, height," as in finis boni "the highest good."
  • In French, the main meaning remains "delicate, intricately skillful;" in English since mid-15c. fine is also a general expression of admiration or approval, the equivalent of French beau (cf. fine arts, 1767, translating French beaux-arts). Finer; finest. Fine print is from 1861 as "type small and close-set;" by 1934 as "qualifications and limitations of a deal."
  • adj excellent, masterly
  • adj cloudless, sunny
  • adj dainty, delicate; sheer
  • adj discriminating, exact
  • noun penalty in money
  • verb penalize in monetary way
Example sentences :
  • The trouble is that we've just had to cut that fine old New York family off our list.
  • Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • "Here's a fine letter to read on a hot day," called Percival.
  • Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • The robe of fine Milesian texture, was saffron-coloured, with a purple edge.
  • Extract from : « Philothea » by Lydia Maria Child
  • I remember Mr. Milbrey spoke of what fine claret you gave him.
  • Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson
  • Fine pools for the first six miles, with numbers of ducks in them.
  • Extract from : « Explorations in Australia » by John Forrest
  • On our way to-day we passed some fine rock holes, but all were quite dry.
  • Extract from : « Explorations in Australia » by John Forrest
  • Ascended the Frere Ranges and got a fine view to the north and east.
  • Extract from : « Explorations in Australia » by John Forrest
  • The natives also found a fine water-hole about a mile from camp.
  • Extract from : « Explorations in Australia » by John Forrest
  • In the afternoon got a fine round of angles from granite rocks.
  • Extract from : « Explorations in Australia » by John Forrest
  • She is a fine mare, and I am sorry to lose her, but we cannot help it.
  • Extract from : « Explorations in Australia » by John Forrest

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