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import

/ˈɪm.pɔɹt/ noun C2
  1. The meaning of a term, statement, etc. (dated)
  2. Significance, importance (uncountable) · It was a matter of great import.

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You don’t need to import an American from outside in order to account for American doings.”
The Valley of Fear, p. 36 · C1
Many observations were made, the import of which was a unanimous opinion that there was something sinister about the room.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 672 · C1
“Twenty paces.” A smile of terrible import passed over the count’s lips.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 908 · C1

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