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Behaviour - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Behaviour : (noun)
1: the action or reaction of something (as a machine or
substance) under specified circumstances; "the behavior
of small particles can be studied in experiments" [syn:
behavior]
2: (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward
other people [syn: demeanor, demeanour, behavior, conduct,
deportment]
3: (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or
movements made by an organism in any situation [syn: behavior]
4: manner of acting or conducting yourself [syn: behavior, conduct,
doings]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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BEHAVIOUR. In old English, haviour without the prefix be. It is the manner
of having, holding, or keeping one's self or the carriage of one's self with
respect to propriety, morals, and the requirements of law. Surety to be of -
goodBehaviour : is a larger requirement than surety to keep the peace.
Dalton, c. 122; 4 Burn's J. 355.
Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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Example Usage of Behaviour |
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