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    Implicit , a. [L. implicitus, p. p. of implicare to entwine, entangle, attach closely: cf. F. implicite. See Implicate.]
    1. Infolded; entangled; complicated; involved. [Obs.]
      Milton.

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      In his woolly fleece
      I cling implicit.
      Pope.

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    2. Tacitly comprised; fairly to be understood, though not expressed in words; implied; as, an implicit contract or agreement.
      South.

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    3. Resting on another; trusting in the word or authority of another, without doubt or reserve; unquestioning; complete; as, implicit confidence; implicit obedience.
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      Back again to implicit faith I fall.
      Donne.

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      Implicit function. (Math.) See under Function.

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