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Definition of: demean
(di·mēn′) v.t.
1. To behave; conduct: always used reflexively.
2. Obs. To direct; control.
—noun Obs. Behavior; conduct; bearing. [<OF demener <de- down (<L de-) + mener lead <LL minare threaten, drive]
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