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Definition
to instruct — morally or intellectually
- It was but a passing emotion however with Mrs Smith; she shook it off, and soon added in a different tone— "I do not suppose the situation my friend Mrs Rooke is in at present, will furnish much either to interest or edify me.Chapter 17 (48% in)
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