Crossword clues for discussed
discussed
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Discuss \Dis*cuss"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Discussed; p. pr. & vb. n. Discussing.] [L. discussus, p. p. of discutere to strike asunder (hence came the sense to separate mentally, distinguish); dis- + quatere to shake, strike. See Quash.]
To break to pieces; to shatter. [Obs.]
--Sir T. Browne.-
To break up; to disperse; to scatter; to dissipate; to drive away; -- said especially of tumors. [archaic]
Note: This usage is preserved only in the word discussive.
Many arts were used to discuss the beginnings of new affection.
--Sir H. Wotton.A pomade . . . of virtue to discuss pimples.
--Rambler. -
To shake; to put away; to finish. [Obs.]
All regard of shame she had discussed.
--Spenser. To examine in detail or by disputation; to reason upon by presenting favorable and adverse considerations; to debate; to sift; to investigate; to ventilate. ``We sat and . . . discussed the farm . . . and the price of grain.''
--Tennyson. ``To discuss questions of taste.''
--Macaulay.-
To deal with, in eating or drinking. [Colloq.]
We sat quietly down and discussed a cold fowl that we had brought with us.
--Sir S. Baker. -
(Law) To examine or search thoroughly; to exhaust a remedy against, as against a principal debtor before proceeding against the surety.
--Burrill.Syn: To Discuss, Examine, Debate. We speak of examining a subject when we ponder it with care, in order to discover its real state, or the truth respecting it. We speak of discussing a topic when we examine it thoroughly in its distinct parts. The word is very commonly applied to matters of opinion. We may discuss a subject without giving in an adhesion to any conclusion. We speak of debating a point when we examine it in mutual argumentation between opposing parties. In debate we contend for or against some conclusion or view.
Wiktionary
vb. (en-past of: discuss)
Usage examples of "discussed".
They discussed the article on polymer extrusions from alien silicates, he studied the c-v drive specs yet another time, relaxed over a coffee while the two worked a crossword puzzle in Deltan symbology, and then he bade her a fond goodnight and went to bed again.
Her own anxieties and concerns were addressed and discussed thoroughly.
Natu rally they discussed the course and Clas urged Nora to expand on her observations.
Nevertheless he had been forced to take an action which he ought to have discussed, at least with Mllaba, before committing himself.
He and Todd had discussed the matter and decided that Kelly had to be told what had happened.
The allegations against the defendants and the proof for and against their guilt will be discussed before the final vote on Treaty Renewal.
We must ensure,” and now he accorded Todd a respectful bow, "that all reservations and apprehensions should be discussed and set to rest.
I trust,” and he looked around the table, nodding politely to Hrrto and Captain Hrrrv, "that you all realize that this meeting is not to be discussed at all?
The two of them discussed plans for a few moments, then Greene glanced at his wrist chronometer.
There is no surety right now that the facility will be discussed in the near future.
I feel a lot of policy can be discussed over a friendly spare rib or two, eh?
I ask you all to glance over these documents to ensure that all the salient points discussed have been included to your individual satisfaction.
She had always discussed things with Fiona, even when she was an infant.
Nearly all the survivors attended the daily meetings, where they discussed their feelings of anxiety and resentment toward the company with a good deal of fire.
They shared their music and literature libraries, and discussed their favourites.