Cogitation: alternatives and connections

The act of the mind in considering with attention; continued attention of the mind to a particular subject; meditation; musing; study.

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The transcript, image, or picture of a visible object, that is formed by the mind; also, a similar image of any object whatever, whether sensible or…

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of Muse

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The act of reflecting, or turning or sending back, or the state of being reflected.

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See Reflection.

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The act or process of ruminating, or chewing the cud; the habit of chewing the cud.

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of Think

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The act of lucubrating, or studying by candlelight; nocturnal study; meditation.

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To engage in continuous thought; to think.

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To engage in continuous thought; to think.

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A setting of the mind or thoughts upon a subject; hence, application of mind to books, arts, or science, or to any subject, for the purpose of acquir…

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