abstract Meaning and Definition

1. a. existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment

2. n. a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance

3. n. a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory

4. s. dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention

5. s. not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature

6. v. consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically

7. v. consider apart from a particular case or instance

8. v. give an abstract (of)

9. v. make off with belongings of others