The Meaning of Life

life [lahyf] n.

1. the condition that distinguishes organisms from inorganic objects and dead orgnisms, being manifested by growth through metabolism, reproduction, and the power of adaption to environment through changes originating internally.
2. the sum of the distinguishing phenomena of organisms, esp. metabolism, growth, reproduction, and adaptation to environment.
3. the animate existence or period of animate existence of an individual.
4. the general or universal condition of human existence.
5. a corresponding state, existence, or principle of existence conceived of as belonging to the soul.
6. any specified period of animate existence.
7. the period of existence, activity, or effectiveness of something inanimate, as a machine, lease, or play.
8. a living being.

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