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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An insubstantial image; a spectre or phantom.
2. 2
   A mental image or idea.
3. 3
   A misconception or fallacy.

Synonyms

All synonyms

apparitionappearanceastralbansheecontroldeparted spirit

Etymology

From Latin īdōlum. Doublet of aidoru, eidolon, and idol and related to idea.

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