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Clever

Clever Clev"er, a. [Origin uncertain. Cf. OE. cliver eager, AS. clyfer (in comp.) cloven; or clifer a claw, perh. connected with E. cleave to divide, split, the meaning of E. clever perh. coming from the idea of grasping, seizing (with the mind).] 1. Possessing quickness of intellect, skill, dexterity, talent, or adroitness; expert. [1913 Webster]

Though there were many clever men in England during the latter half of the seventeenth century, there were only two great creative minds. --Macaulay. [1913 Webster]

Be good, sweet maid, and let who will be clever. --C. Kingsley. [1913 Webster]

2. Showing skill or adroitness in the doer or former; as, a clever speech; a clever trick. --Byron. [1913 Webster]

3. Having fitness, propriety, or suitableness. [1913 Webster]

``T would sound more clever To me and to my heirs forever. --Swift. [1913 Webster]

4. Well-shaped; handsome. ``The girl was a tight, clever wench as any was.'' --Arbuthnot. [1913 Webster]

5. Good-natured; obliging. [U. S.]

Syn: See {Smart}. [1913 Webster]

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