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To commune with one's self

Commune \Com*mune"\ (k[o^]m*m[=u]n"), v. i. [imp. & p. p. Communed (k[o^]m*m[=u]nd"); p. pr. & vb. n. Communing.] [OF. communier, fr. L. communicare to communicate, fr. communis common. See Common, and cf. Communicate.]

  1. To converse together with sympathy and confidence; to interchange sentiments or feelings; to take counsel.

    I would commune with you of such things That want no ear but yours.
    --Shak.

  2. To receive the communion; to partake of the eucharist or Lord's supper.

    To commune under both kinds.
    --Bp. Burnet.

    To commune with one's self or To commune with one's heart, to think; to reflect; to meditate.