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    Commune (kŏm‑mūnˈ), v. i. [imp. & p. p. Communed (kŏm‑mūndˈ); p. pr. & vb. n. Communing.] [OF. communier, fr. L. communicare to communicate, fr. communis common. See Common, and cf. Communicate.]
    1. To converse together with sympathy and confidence; to interchange sentiments or feelings; to take counsel.

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    I would commune with you of such things

    That want no ear but yours. Shak.

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    2. To receive the communion; to partake of the Eucharist or Lord's supper.

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    To commune under both kinds. Bp. Burnet.

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    To commune with one's self or To commune with one's heart, to think; to reflect; to meditate.

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