Dim

Webster's Dictionary of the English Language

·vi To grow dim.

II. Dim ·superl Of obscure vision; not seeing clearly; hence, dull of apprehension; of weak perception; obtuse.

III. Dim ·vt To deprive of distinct vision; to hinder from seeing clearly, either by dazzling or clouding the eyes; to darken the senses or understanding of.

IV. Dim ·superl Not bright or distinct; wanting luminousness or clearness; obscure in luster or sound; dusky; darkish; obscure; indistinct; overcast; tarnished.

V. Dim ·vt To render dim, obscure, or dark; to make less bright or distinct; to take away the luster of; to Darken; to Dull; to Obscure; to Eclipse.

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