Webster's Unabridged Dictionary - Letter C - Page 97
Comprehensible (a.) 可理解的 Capable of being comprehended, included, or comprised.
Lest this part of knowledge should seem to any not comprehensible by axiom, we will set down some heads of it. -- Bacon.
Comprehensible (a.) Capable of being understood; intelligible; conceivable by the mind.
The horizon sets the bounds . . . between what is and what is not comprehensible by us. -- Locke.
Comprehensible (a.) Capable of being comprehended or understood; "an idea comprehensible to the average mind" [syn: {comprehensible}, {comprehendible}] [ant: {incomprehensible}, {uncomprehensible}].
Comprehensibleness (n.) The quality of being comprehensible; comprehensibility.
Comprehensibly (adv.) 可理解地 With great extent of signification; comprehensively.
Comprehensibly (adv.) Intelligibly; in a manner to be comprehended or understood.
Comprehension (n.) [U] 理解；理解力；包含；包含力 The act of comprehending, containing, or comprising; inclusion.
In the Old Testament there is a close comprehension of the New; in the New, an open discovery of the Old. -- Hooker.
Comprehension (n.) That which is comprehended or inclosed within narrow limits; a summary; an epitome. [Obs.]
Though not a catalogue of fundamentals, yet . . . a comprehension of them. -- Chillingworth.
Comprehension (n.) The capacity of the mind to perceive and understand; the power, act, or process of grasping with the intellect; perception; understanding; as, a comprehension of abstract principles.
Comprehension (n.) (Logic) The complement of attributes which make up the notion signified by a general term.
Comprehension (n.) (Rhet.) A figure by which the name of a whole is put for a part, or that of a part for a whole, or a definite number for an indefinite.
Comprehension (n.) An ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result); "how you can do that is beyond my comprehension"; "he was famous for his comprehension of American literature" [ant: {incomprehension}].
Comprehension (n.) The relation of comprising something; "he admired the inclusion of so many ideas in such a short work" [syn: {inclusion}, {comprehension}].
Comprehensive (a.) 廣泛的，有理解力的，包容力大的 Including much; comprising many things; having a wide scope or a full view.
Comprehensive (a.) Having the power to comprehend or understand many things.
Comprehensive (a.) Possessing peculiarities that are characteristic of several diverse groups.
Comprehensive (a.) Including all or everything; "comprehensive coverage"; "a comprehensive history of the revolution"; "a comprehensive survey"; "a comprehensive education" [ant: {incomprehensive}, {noncomprehensive}].
Comprehensive (a.) Broad in scope; "a comprehensive survey of world affairs".
Comprehensive (n.) An intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge; "she took her comps in English literature" [syn: {comprehensive examination}, {comprehensive}, {comp}].
Comprehensively (adv.) 包括一切地；廣泛地 In a comprehensive manner; with great extent of scope.
Comprehensiveness (n.) 包括 The quality of being comprehensive; extensiveness of scope.
Comprehensor (n.) (Obsolete) One who comprehends; one who has attained to a full knowledge.
Compressed (imp. & p. p.) of Compress
Compressing (p. pr & vb. n.) of Compress
Compress (v. t.) To press or squeeze together; to force into a narrower compass; to reduce the volume of by pressure; to compact; to condense; as, to compress air or water.
Compress (v. t.) To embrace sexually.
Compress (n.) A folded piece of cloth, pledget of lint, etc., used to cover the dressing of wounds, and so placed as, by the aid of a bandage, to make due pressure on any part.
Compressed (a.) Pressed together; compacted; reduced in volume by pressure.
Compressed (a.) Flattened lengthwise.
Compressibility (n.) The quality of being compressible of being compressible; as, the compressibility of elastic fluids.
Compressible (a.) Capable of being pressed together or forced into a narrower compass, as an elastic or spongy substance.
Compressibleness (n.) The quality of being compressible; compressibility.
Compression (n.) [U] 壓縮，壓擠；【機】（燃料、蒸汽等的）壓縮 <application> (Or "compaction") The coding of data to save storage space or transmission time. Although data is already coded in digital form for computer processing, it can often be coded more efficiently (using fewer bits). For example, run-length encoding replaces strings of repeated characters (or other units of data) with a single character and a count.
There are many compression algorithms and utilities.
Compressed data must be decompressed before it can be used.
The standard Unix compression utilty is called compress though GNU's superior gzip has largely replaced it. Other compression utilties include pack, zip and PKZIP.
When compressing several similar files, it is usually better to join the files together into an archive of some kind (using tar for example) and then compress them, rather than to join together individually compressed files. This is because some common compression algorithms build up tables based on the data from their current input which they have already compressed. They then use this table to compress subsequent data more efficiently.
See also TIFF, JPEG, MPEG, Lempel-Ziv Welch, "lossy", "lossless".
Usenet newsgroups: {news:comp.compression}, {news:comp.compression.research}.
Compression (n.) <Multimedia> Reducing the dynamic range of an audio signal, making quiet sounds louder and loud sounds quieter. Thus, when discussing digital audio, the preferred term for reducing the total amount of data is "compaction". Some advocate this term in all contexts.
Compression (n.) The act of compressing, or state of being compressed. "Compression of thought." -- Johnson.
Compression (n.) (Computers) reduction of the space required for storage (of binary data) by an algorithm which converts the data to a smaller number of bits while preserving the information content. The act of compressing [3].
Note: Compression may be {lossless compression}, in which all of the information in the original data is preserved, and the original data may be recovered in form identical to its original form; or {lossy compression}, in which some of the information in the original data is lost, and decompression results in a data form slightly different from the original. {Lossy compression} is used, for example, to compress audio or video recordings, and sometimes images, where the slight differences in the original data and the data recovered after {lossy compression} may be imperceptable to the human eye or ear. The {JPEG} format is produced by a {lossy compression} algorithm.
Compression (n.) An increase in the density of something [syn: {compaction}, {compression}, {concretion}, {densification}].
Compression (n.) The process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together; "the contraction of a gas on cooling" [syn: {compression}, {condensation}, {contraction}].
Compression (n.) Encoding information while reducing the bandwidth or bits required [ant: {decompression}].
Compression (n.) Applying pressure [syn: {compression}, {compressing}] [ant: {decompressing}, {decompression}].
Compressive (a.) Compressing, or having power or tendency to compress; as, a compressive force.
Compressor (n.) Anything which serves to compress
Compressor (n.) A muscle that compresses certain parts.
Compressor (n.) An instrument for compressing an artery (esp., the femoral artery) or other part.
Compressor (n.) An apparatus for confining or flattening between glass plates an object to be examined with the microscope; -- called also compressorium.
Compressor (n.) A machine for compressing gases; especially, an air compressor.
Compressure (n.) Compression.
Comprint (v. t. & i.) To print together.
Comprint (v. t. & i.) To print surreptitiously a work belonging to another.
Comprint (n.) The surreptitious printing of another's copy or book; a work thus printed.
Comprisal (n.) The act of comprising or comprehending; a compendium or epitome.
Comprised (imp. & p. p.) of Comprise
Comprising (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Comprise
Comprise (v. t.) To comprehend; to include.
Comprobate (v. i.) To agree; to concur.
Comprobation (n.) Joint attestation; proof.
Comprobation (n.) Approbation.
Compromise (n.) 妥協，和解 [C] [U] [（+between）]；妥協方案，折衷辦法；折衷物 [C] A mutual agreement to refer matters in dispute to the decision of arbitrators. [Obs.] -- Burrill.
Compromise (n.) A settlement by arbitration or by mutual consent reached by concession on both sides; a reciprocal abatement of extreme demands or rights, resulting in an agreement.
But basely yielded upon compromise
That which his noble ancestors achieved with blows. -- Shak.
All government, indeed every human benefit and enjoyment, every virtue and every prudent act, is founded on compromise and barter. -- Burke.
An abhorrence of concession and compromise is a never failing characteristic of religious factions. -- Hallam.
Compromise (n.) A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a prejudicial concession; a surrender; as, a compromise of character or right.
I was determined not to accept any fine speeches, to the compromise of that sex the belonging to which was, after all, my strongest claim and title to them. -- Lamb.
Compromised (imp. & p. p.) of Compromise
Compromising (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Compromise
Compromise (v. t.) 互讓解決（分歧等）；連累，危及 To bind by mutual agreement; to agree. [Obs.]
Laban and himself were compromised
That all the eanlings which were streaked and pied
Should fall as Jacob's hire. -- Shak.
Compromise (v. t.) To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to compound.
The controversy may easily be compromised. -- Fuller.
Compromise (v. t.) To pledge by some act or declaration; to endanger the life, reputation, etc., of, by some act which can not be recalled; to expose to suspicion.
To pardon all who had been compromised in the late disturbances. -- Motley.
Compromise (v. i.) 妥協，讓步 [（+on）] To agree; to accord. [Obs.]
Compromise (v. i.) To make concession for conciliation and peace.
Compromise (n.) A middle way between two extremes [syn: {compromise}, {via media}].
Compromise (n.) An accommodation in which both sides make concessions; "the newly elected congressmen rejected a compromise because they considered it `business as usual'".
Compromise (v.) Make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; "nobody will get everything he wants; we all must compromise".
Compromise (v.) Settle by concession.
Compromise (v.) Expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute; "The nuclear secrets of the state were compromised by the spy".
Compromise (n.) Such an adjustment of conflicting interests as gives each adversary the satisfaction of thinking he has got what he ought not to have, and is deprived of nothing except what was justly his due.
Compromise (n.) , Contracts. An agreement between two or more persons, who, to avoid a lawsuit, amicably settle their differences, on such terms as they can agree upon. Vide Com. Dig. App. tit. Compromise.
Compromise (n.) It will be proper to consider, 1. by whom the compromise must be made; 2. its form; 3. the subject of the compromise; 4. its effects.
Compromise (n.) It must be made by a person having a right and capacity to enter into the contract, and carry out his part of it, or by one having lawful authority from such person.
Compromise (n.) The compromise may be by parol or in writing, and the writing may be under seal or not: though as a general rule a partner cannot bind his copartner by deed, unless expressly authorized, yet it would seem that a compromise with the principal is an act which a partner may do in behalf of his copartners, and that, though under seal, it would conclude the firm. 2 Swanst. 539.
Compromise (n.) The compromise may relate to a civil claim, either as a matter of contract, or for a tort, but it must be of something uncertain; for if the debt be certain and undisputed, a payment of a part will not, of itself, discharge the whole. A claim connected with a criminal charge cannot be compromised. 1 Chit. Pr. 17. See Nev. & Man. 275.
Compromise (n.) The compromise puts an end to the suit, if it be proceeding, and bars any Suit which may afterwards be instituted. It has the effect of res judicata. 1 Bouv. Inst. n. 798-9.
Compromise (n.) In the civil law, a compromise is an agreement between two or more persons, who, wishing to settle their disputes, refer the matter, in controversy to arbitrators, who are so called because those who choose them give them full powers to arbitrate and decide what shall appear just and reasonable, to put an end -to the differences of which they are made the judges. 1 Domat, Lois Civ. lib. h.t. 14. Vide Submission; Ch. Pr. Index, h.t.
Compromiser (n.) 調停員 One who compromises.
Compromiser (n.) A negotiator willing to compromise; "Henry Clay was known as the Great Compromiser".
Compromissorial (a.) Relating to compromise.
Compromitted (imp. & p. p.) of Compromit
Compromitting (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Compromit
Compromit (n.) To pledge by some act or declaration; to promise.
Compromit (n.) To put to hazard, by some indiscretion; to endanger; to compromise; as, to compromit the honor or the safety of a nation.
Comprovincial (a.) （天主教）屬同一教區的 Belonging to, or associated in, the same province.
Comprovincial (n.) 屬同一教區的主教 One who belongs to the same province.
Compsognathus (n.) A genus of Dinosauria found in the Jurassic formation, and remarkable for having several birdlike features.
Compt (n.) Account; reckoning; computation.
Compt (v. t.) To compute; to count.
Compt (a.) Neat; spruce.
Compter (n.) A counter.
Compte rendu () A report of an officer or agent.
Comptible (v. t.) Accountable; responsible; sensitive.
Comptly (adv.) Neatly.
Comptrol (n. & v.) See Control.
Comptroler (n.) A controller; a public officer whose duty it is to examine certify accounts.
Compulsative (a.) Compulsatory.
Compulsatively (adv.) By compulsion.
Compulsatory (a.) Operating with force; compelling; forcing; constraining; resulting from, or enforced by, compulsion.
Compulsion (n.) 強迫，強制 The act of compelling, or the state of being compelled; the act of driving or urging by force or by physical or moral constraint; subjection to force.
Compulsive (a.) 強制的，強迫的 Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion.
Compulsively (adv.) 強制地 By compulsion; by force.
Compulsorily (adv.) In a compulsory manner; by force or constraint.
Compulsory (a.) 強迫的，強制性的，義務的 Having the power of compulsion; constraining.
Compulsory (a.) Obligatory; enjoined by authority; necessary; due to compulsion.
Compunct (a.) 極為後悔的 Affected with compunction; conscience-stricken.
Compunction (n.) 良心的責備；悔恨；內疚 A pricking; stimulation. [Obs.]
That acid and piercing spirit which, with such activity and compunction, invadeth the brains and nostrils. -- Sir T. Browne.
Compunction (n.) A picking of heart; poignant grief proceeding from a sense of guilt or consciousness of causing pain; the sting of conscience.
He acknowledged his disloyalty to the king, with expressions of great compunction. -- Clarendon.
Syn: {Compunction}, {Remorse}, {Contrition}.
Usage: Remorse is anguish of soul under a sense of guilt or consciousness of having offended God or brought evil upon one's self or others. Compunction is the pain occasioned by a wounded and awakened conscience. Neither of them implies true contrition, which denotes self-condemnation, humiliation, and repentance. We speak of the gnawings of remorse; of compunction for a specific act of transgression; of deep contrition in view of our past lives. See {Regret}.
Compunction (n.) A feeling of deep regret (usually for some misdeed) [syn: {compunction}, {remorse}, {self-reproach}].
Compunctionless (a.) 不內疚的；不後悔的；不悔恨的 Without compunction.
Compunctious (a.) 後悔的，慚愧的，內疚的 Of the nature of compunction; caused by conscience; attended with, or causing, compunction.
That no compunctious visitings of nature Shake my fell purpose. -- Shak.
Compunctiously (adv.) 後悔地 With compunction.
Compunctive (a.) Sensitive in respect of wrongdoing; conscientious. [Obs.] -- Jer. Taylor.
Compurgation (n.) (Law) 【律】根據數人之證詞對嫌疑犯作無罪之判決 The act or practice of justifying or confirming a man's veracity by the oath of others; -- called also {wager of law}. See {Purgation}; also {Wager of law}, under {Wager}.
Compurgation (n.) Exculpation by testimony to one's veracity or innocence.
He was privileged from his childhood from suspicion of incontinency and needed no compurgation. -- Bp. Hacket.
Compurgator (n.) 辯護者；為他人作證者 One who bears testimony or swears to the veracity or innocence of another. See {Purgation}; also {Wager of law}, under {Wager}.
All they who know me . . . will say they have reason in this matter to be my compurgators. -- Chillingworth.
Compurgator (n.) Formerly, when a person was accused of a crime, or sued in a civil action, he might purge himself upon oath of the accusation made against him, whenever the proof was not the most clear and positive; and if upon his oath he declared himself innocent, he was absolved.
Compurgator (n.) This usage, so eminently calculated to encourage perjury by impunity, was soon found to be dangerous to the public safety. To remove this evil the laws were changed, by requiring that the oath should be administered with the greatest solemnity; but the form was soon disregarded, for the mind became. easily familiarized to those ceremonies which at first imposed on the imagination, and those who cared not to violate the truth did not hesitate to treat the form with contempt. In order to give a greater weight to the oath of the accused, the law was again altered so as to require that the accused should appear before the judge with a certain number of his neighbors, relations or friends, who should swear that they believed the accused had sworn truly. This new species of witnesses were called compurgators.
Compurgator (n.) The number of compurgators varied according to the nature of the charge and other circumstances. Encyclopedie, h.t.. Vide Du Cange, Gloss. voc. Juramentum; Spelman's Gloss. voc. Assarth; Merl. Rep. mot Conjurateurs.
Compurgator (n.) By the English law, when a party was sued in debt or simple contract, @detinue, and perhaps some other forms of action, the defendant might wage his law, by producing eleven compurgators who would swear they believed him on his oath, by which he discharged himself from the action in certain cases. Vide 3 Bl. Com. 341-848; Barr. on the Stat. 344; 2 Inst. 25; Terms de la Ley; Mansel on Demurrer, 130, 131 Wager of Law.
Compurgatorial (a.) Relating to a compurgator or to compurgation. "Their compurgatorial oath." -- Milman.
Computable (a.) 可計算的 Capable of being computed, numbered, or reckoned.
Not easily computable by arithmetic. -- Sir M. Hale.
Computable (a.) May be computed or estimated; "a calculable risk"; "computable odds"; "estimable assets" [syn: {computable}, {estimable}].
Computation (n.) 計算（的結果）；數值 The act or process of computing; calculation; reckoning.
By just computation of the time. -- Shak.
By a computation backward from ourselves. -- Bacon.
Computation (n.) The result of computation; the amount computed.
Computation (n.) (Computers) The process of performing arithmetical or logical operations, on data by an electronic device.
Syn: Reckoning; calculation; estimate; account.
Computation (n.) The procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods [syn: {calculation}, {computation}, {computing}]
Computation (n.) Problem solving that involves numbers or quantities [syn: {calculation}, {computation}, {figuring}, {reckoning}].
Computation (n.) Counting, calculation. It is a reckoning or ascertaining the number of any thing.
Computation (n.) It is sometimes used in the common law for the true reckoning or account of time. Time is computed in two ways; first, naturally, counting years, days and hours; and secondly, civilly, that is, that when the last part of the time has once commenced, it is considered as accomplished. Savig. Dr. Rom. Sec. 182. See Infant; Fraction. For the computation of a year, see Com. Dig. Ann; of a mouth, Com. Dig. Temps. A; 1 John. Cas. 100 15 John. R. 120; 2 Mass. 170, n.; 4 Mass. 460; 4 Dall. 144; 3 S. & R. 169; of a day, vide Day.; and 3, Burr 1434; 11 Mass. 204; 2 Browne, 18; Dig. 3, 4, 5; Salk. 625; 3 Wils. 274.
Computation (n.) It is a general rule that when an act is to be done within a certain time, one day is to be taken inclusively, and one exclusively. Vide Lofft, 276; Dougl. 463; 2 Chit. Pr. 69; 3 Id. 108, 9; 3 T. R. 623; 2 Campb. R. 294; 4 Man. and Ryl. 300, n. (b) 5 Bingh. R. 339; S. C. 15, E. C. L. R. 462; 3 East, R. 407; Hob. 139; 4 Moore, R. 465; Har. Dig. Time, computation of; 3 T. R. 623; 5 T. R. 283; 2 Marsh. R. 41; 22 E. C. L. R. 270; 13, E, C. L. R. 238; 24 E. C. L. R. 53; 4 Wasb. C. C. R. 232; 1 Ma-son, 176; 1 Pet. 60; 4 Pet. 349; 9 Cranch, 104; 9 Wheat. 581. Vide Day; Hour; Month; Year.
Computed (imp. & p. p.) of Compute
Computing (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Compute
Compute (v. t.) To determine calculation; to reckon; to count.
Compute (n.) Computation.
Computer (n.) One who computes.