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Pronunciation : A*chieve"ment
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Cf. F. ach?vement, E. Hatchment.]
Definition : 1. The act of achieving or performing; an obtaining by exertion; successful performance; accomplishment; as, the achievement of his object.
2. A great or heroic deed; something accomplished by valor, boldness, or praiseworthy exertion; a feat. [The exploits] of the ancient saints . . . do far surpass the most famous achievements of pagan heroes. Barrow. The highest achievements of the human intellect. Macaulay.
3. (Her.)
Defn: An escutcheon or ensign armorial; now generally applied to the funeral shield commonly called hatchment. Cussans.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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