ENSAM'PLE, noun [ Latin exemplum.] An example; a pattern or model for imitation. Being ensamples to the flock. 1 Peter 5:3. ENSAM'PLE, verb transitive To exemplify; to shew by example. This word is seldom used, either as a noun or a verb. [See Example.]
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