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Definition of: condescend
(kon′di·send′) v.i.
1. To stoop from a position of rank or dignity; come down to equal terms with an inferior.
2. To behave as if conscious of this stooping; patronize.
3. To lower or degrade oneself.
4. Rare To be gracious or affable. [<F condescendre <LL condescendere <com- together + descendere stoop. See DESCEND.]
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