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Eightfold

Definition:

Adjective: consisting of eight parts, factors, or aspects.

Adverb: in eight different ways or aspects.

Noun: a group or set of eight things.

Senses:

1. Adjective:

a) relating to or involving eight aspects or factors.

Example: The eightfold path is an essential concept in Buddhism.

b) forming or growing in eight divisions or sections.

Example: The flower had an eightfold symmetry, with eight identical petals.

2. Adverb:

a) in eight different ways.

Example: The politician's proposal was criticized eightfold, from various perspectives.

3. Noun:

a) a group or set of eight things or factors.

Example: The octagon is an eightfold shape with eight equal sides.

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