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"Section M, N, and O"

, and confirmed by Edward I.


2. Hence, a fundamental constitution which
guaranties rights and privileges.


Mag*nal"i*ty (?), n. [L.
magnalis mighty, fr. magnus great.] A great act or
event; a great attainment.
[Obs.] Sir T. Browne.


Mag`na*nim"i*ty (?), n. [F.
magnanimité, L. magnanimitas.] The quality
of being magnanimous; greatness of mind; elevation or dignity of
soul; that quality or combination of qualities, in character, which
enables one to encounter danger and trouble with tranquility and
firmness, to disdain injustice, meanness and revenge, and to act and
sacrifice for noble objects.


Mag*nan"i*mous (?), a.[L.
magnanimus; magnus great + animus mind. See
Magnate, and Animus.] 1. Great of
mind; elevated in soul or in sentiment; raised above what is low,
mean, or ungenerous; of lofty and courageous spirit; as, a
magnanimous character; a magnanimous
conqueror.


Be magnanimous in the enterprise.


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