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Definition of: numen
(n′mən, ny′-) noun plural ·mi·na (-mə·nə)
1. In ancient Roman religion, a local divinity or presiding spirit.
2. An indwelling force or spirit that animates or guides. [<L, divine nod <nuere to nod.]
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