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precious
Adjective
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When something is precious, it is something that you have a fond affection for.
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When something is precious, it has a high worth or cost.
noble
Noun
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A noble is an aristocrat; a member of the highest social class.
This house was occupied by nobles in the 16th century.
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A noble was a medieval gold coin of England in the 14th and 15th centuries, usually valued at 6s 8d.
noble
Adjective
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Noble qualities are those admired by others.
It was very noble of him to defend his friend.