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Reform | Reform \Re*form"\ (r?*f?rm"), v. t. [F. r['e]former, L. reformare; pref. re- re- + formare to form, from forma form. See {Form}.] To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better; to amend; to correct; as, to reform a profligate man; to reform corrupt manners or morals. [1913 Webster] The example alone of a vicious prince will corrupt an age; but that of a good one will not reform it. --Swift. [1913 Webster] Syn: To amend; correct; emend; rectify; mend; repair; better; improve; restore; reclaim. [1913 Webster] |
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