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mystery
UK /ˈmɪs.t(ə.)ɹi/ US /ˈmɪs.t(ə.)ɹi/
noun 5
Definitions
noun
1
Something secret or unexplainable; an unknown.
The truth behind the events remains a mystery.
The case was that of a murder. It had an element of mystery about it, however, which was puzzling the authorities. A turban and loincloth soaked in blood had been found; also a staff.
2
Someone or something with an obscure or puzzling nature.
That man is a mystery.
Then I had a good think on the subject of the hocussing of Cigarette, and I was reluctantly bound to admit that once again the man in the corner had found the only possible solution to the mystery.
3
An account, story, book, film, or play, often with the theme of crime or murder, with a surprise ending that explains all the strange events that have occurred.
4
A mystery play.
The Moralities displayed something more of art and invention than the Mysteries; in them virtues, vices and qualities were personified, and something like a plot was frequently to be discovered.
5
A secret or mystical meaning.
[…] and, not knowing the meaning or misterie of her pollicie, forgat no termes of reproche or rigorous rebuke against his chast doughter.
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