n. [ Propyl + ethylidene. ] (Chem.) The unsymmetrical hypothetical hydrocarbon radical,
n. [ L. providentia: cf. F. providence. See Provident, and cf. Prudence. ]
Providence for war is the best prevention of it. Bacon. [ 1913 Webster ]
The world was all before them, where to choose
Their place of rest, and Providence their guide. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]
He that hath a numerous family, and many to provide for, needs a greater providence of God. Jer. Taylor. [ 1913 Webster ]
It is a high point of providence in a prince to cast an eye rather upon actions than persons. Quarles. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. providentia: cf. F. providence. See Provident, and cf. Prudence. ]
Providence for war is the best prevention of it. Bacon. [ 1913 Webster ]
The world was all before them, where to choose
Their place of rest, and Providence their guide. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]
He that hath a numerous family, and many to provide for, needs a greater providence of God. Jer. Taylor. [ 1913 Webster ]
It is a high point of providence in a prince to cast an eye rather upon actions than persons. Quarles. [ 1913 Webster ]