A large, often highly decorated letter set at the beginning of a chapter, verse, or paragraph.
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The first letter of a proper name.
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The first letter of a word.
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A meristematic cell.
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The first letter of a name.
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verb-transitive
To mark or sign with initials, especially for purposes of authorization or approval.
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verb
To authenticate or give preliminary approval to by affixing the of an authorizing representative.
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To affix an initial to.
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adjective
Designating the first letter or letters of a word.
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Of, relating to, or occurring at the beginning; first: took the initial step toward peace.
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Of or relating to the beginning .
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Placed at the beginning .
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