great

Dictionary of American Words And Phrases by John Russell Bartlett.

1) This word is used variously. A great Christian, for a pious man; great horse is applied to a small pony, meaning a horse of good qualities and bottom; great plantation, a fertile one.--Sherwood's Georgia.


2) Distinguished, excellent, admirable. As, 'he is great at running;' 'she is great on the piano.'

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