1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Be.
2. (p. pr.) Existing.
3. (n.) Existence, as opposed to nonexistence; state or sphere of existence.
4. (n.) That which exists in any form, whether it be material or spiritual, actual or ideal; living existence, as distinguished from a thing without life; as, a human being; spiritual beings.
5. (n.) Lifetime; mortal existence.
6. (n.) An abode; a cottage.
7. (adv.) Since; inasmuch as.
Thesaurus Entries
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