1. (v. t.) To hold an opinion of; to account; to estimate\.

2. (n.) Character reputed or attributed; reputation, whether good or bad; established opinion; public estimate.

3. (n.) Specifically: Good character or reputation; credit or honor derived from common or public opinion; -- opposed to disrepute.

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