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Handsome
1. (of a man) Agreeable to the eye or to correct taste; having a pleasing
appearance or expression; attractive. He was a very handsome man in his tuxedo.
2. (of a woman) Striking, impressive and elegantly proportioned, though
typically beautiful. She became a handsome woman in her later years.
3. Suitable or fit in action; marked with propriety and ease; graceful;
becoming; appropriate. She did some handsome maneuvers on the skating rink.
4. Evincing a becoming generosity or nobleness of character; liberal; generous.
Handsome is as handsome does.
5. Ample; moderately large. He accumulated a handsome amount of money.
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