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pride |
a sense of personal value that comes from what one has or can do. [1/4 definitions] |
principle |
(plural) a set of personal rules for behavior. [1/3 definitions] |
private |
personal and not to be shared. [2/6 definitions] |
purse |
a pouch or bag made of leather, cloth, or a similar material, used for carrying money and other personal items; handbag. [1/4 definitions] |
stuff |
personal things, or any other type of materials or objects. [1/7 definitions] |
suitcase |
a case in the shape of a rectangle used for carrying clothing and personal items. |
taste |
one's personal preferences, especially with respect to things like music, clothing, furnishings, and art. [1/12 definitions] |
thing |
(plural) personal items; belongings. [1/6 definitions] |
vice1 |
a slight personal fault or weakness. [1/2 definitions] |
wallet |
a pocketbook that is small and flat; billfold. Wallets are used to hold money, cards, or other small personal items. |
weakness |
a personal problem; defect. [1/3 definitions] |
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