Cause
Definition of cause:
part of speech: adjective
part of speech: verb
part of speech: noun
That by or through which anything is done: inducement: a legal action.
part of speech: verb
part of speech: noun
That which produces or contributes to a result; in law, ground for action; motive; reason; a side or party; as, the cause of right; a suit or action in court.
part of speech: noun
That which produces an effect; reason; object sought; legal action.
Usage examples for cause:
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It was Carthoris who realized the full meaning of the thing- its cause and the reason for it.
"The Gods of Mars", Edgar Rice Burroughs. -
You loved the cause my son?
"When Valmond Came to Pontiac, Complete", Gilbert Parker Last Updated: March 15, 2009. -
He soon discovered the cause
"The Puppet Crown", Harold MacGrath. -
There was one general, however, who was always ready to serve in any place and put the cause above himself.
"George Washington", Calista McCabe Courtenay.