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The definition of contemplation is studying or observing something carefully or thinking deeply about something.

(noun)

When you sit quietly and think about your future or your life, this is an example of contemplation.
When you go and study a piece of art at a museum for a long time, this is an example of contemplation.

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See contemplation in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

thoughtful inspection, study, etc.
religious or mystical meditation
expectation or intention

Origin: ME contemplacion < OFr < L contemplatio

See contemplation in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

The act or state of contemplating.
Thoughtful observation or study.
Meditation on spiritual matters, especially as a form of devotion.
Intention or expectation: sought further information in contemplation of a career change.

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