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Definition: principle

a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

e.g. “their principles of composition characterized all their works”

Spelling: p r i n c i p l e

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/pɹˈɪnsɪpəl/
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/pɹˈɪnsɪpəl/
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