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It is not only important, but, in a degree necessary, that the people of this country, should have an American Dictionary of the English language; for, although the body of the language is the same as in England, and it is desirable to perpetuate that sameness, yet some differences must exist. Language is the expression of ideas; and if the people of one country cannot preserve an identity of ideas, they cannot retain an identity of language. |
METTLE, n. met'l. [usually supposed to be corrupted from metal.
L. animus, animosus.] Spirit; constitutional ardor; that temperament which is susceptible of high excitement. It is not synonymous with courage, though it may be accompanied with it, and is sometimes used for it.
Substance or quality of temperament;
spirit, esp. as regards honor, courage, fortitude, ardor, etc.;
disposition; -- usually in a good sense.
A certain critical hour which shall . . . try what mettle his heart is made of. South. Gentlemen of brave mettle. Shak. The winged courser, like a generous horse, To put one one's mettle, to cause or incite one to use one's best efforts. | ||||||||