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in·ten·tion

noun \in-ˈten(t)-shən\

Definition of INTENTION

1

: a determination to act in a certain way : resolve

2

: import, significance

3

a : what one intends to do or bring about b : the object for which a prayer, mass, or pious act is offered

4

: a process or manner of healing of incised wounds

5

: concept; especially : a concept considered as the product of attention directed to an object of knowledge

6

plural : purpose with respect to marriage