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Noun: contemplation  `kón-tum'pley-shun
  1. A long and thoughtful observation
     
  2. A calm, lengthy, intent consideration
    - reflection, reflexion [Brit], rumination, musing, thoughtfulness

Derived forms: contemplations

See also: contemplate

Type of: consideration, stare

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