character

Character (word) (from the Greek "engraved or stamped mark (on coins or seals), branding mark, symbol") may refer to: In the arts:a person (persona), in particular as portrayed by an actor or as appears in a literary work, whether a fictional character or historic figure (Historical character).Fictional character, and such archetypes as the protagonist, villain and tricksterNon-fictional characterCharacter (album) by Dark TranquillityCharacters (album) by Stevie WonderCharacter (1997 film) 
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(v. t.)
To engrave; to inscribe.
  

(v. t.)
To distinguish by particular marks or traits; to describe; to characterize.
  

(n.)
The peculiar quality, or the sum of qualities, by which a person or a thing is distinguished from others; the stamp impressed by nature, education, or habit; that which a person or thing really is; nature; disposition.
  

(n.)
The estimate, individual or general, put upon a person or thing; reputation; as, a man's character for truth and veracity; to give one a bad character.
  

(n.)
Style of writing or printing; handwriting; the peculiar form of letters used by a particular person or people; as, an inscription in the Runic character.
  

(n.)
Strength of mind; resolution; independence; individuality; as, he has a great deal of character.
  

(n.)
Quality, position, rank, or capacity; quality or conduct with respect to a certain office or duty; as, in the miserable character of a slave; in his character as a magistrate; her character as a daughter.
  

(n.)
One of the persons of a drama or novel.
  

(n.)
Moral quality; the principles and motives that control the life; as, a man of character; his character saves him from suspicion.
  

(n.)
A written statement as to behavior, competency, etc., given to a servant.
  

(n.)
A unique or extraordinary individuality; a person characterized by peculiar or notable traits; a person who illustrates certain phases of character; as, Randolph was a character; Caesar is a great historical character.
  

(n.)
A distinctive mark; a letter, figure, or symbol.
  

1. A letter, digit , or other symbol that is used as part of the organization, control, or representation of data . (188 ) 2. One of the units of an alphabet . (188 )

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