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demean1 definition

de·mean (dē mēn′, di-)

transitive verb

to lower in status or character; degrade; humble to demean oneself by taking a bribe

Etymology: de- + mean, after debase

demean2 definition

de·mean (dē mēn′, di-)

transitive verb

to behave, conduct, or comport (oneself)

Etymology: see demeanor

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