Novel1. (a.) Of recent origin or introduction; not ancient; new; out Of the ordinary course; unusual; surprising.
2. (a.) That which is new or unusual; a novelty.
3. (a.) News; fresh tidings.
4. (n.) A fictitious tale or narrative, professing to be conformed to real life; esp., one intended to exhibit the operation of the passions, and particularly of love.
5. (n.) A new or supplemental constitution.
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