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spirit (EN)
noun, verb

noun “spirit”

singular spirit, plural spirits or uncountable
  1. the non-physical part of a person that is the source of emotions and character; the soul
    Many cultures believe that the spirit lives on after death.
  2. a supernatural being, such as a ghost or angel
    They claimed to have seen a spirit roaming the old mansion.
  3. a person's mood or emotional state
    She was in high spirits after receiving the good news.
  4. enthusiasm, energy, or courage
    The team's fighting spirit led them to victory.
  5. the real meaning or intention behind something, as opposed to the literal wording
    We should follow the spirit of the law, not just the letter.
  6. the prevailing attitude or way of thinking characteristic of a group or time
    The festival captured the community's joyful spirit.
  7. a person with a particular quality or disposition
    He was a creative spirit who loved exploring new ideas.
  8. a strong alcoholic drink; liquor
    The tavern offers a wide selection of spirits and ales.

verb “spirit”

infinitive spirit; he spirits; past tense spirited; past part. spirited; ger. spiriting
  1. to carry away quickly and secretly
    The valuable artifacts were spirited away under the cover of night.
  2. to encourage or energize someone
    The coach's speech spirited the team before the big game.