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Relevant , a. [F. relevant, p. pr. of relever to raise again, to relieve. See Relieve.]
- Relieving; lending aid or support. [R.]Pownall.1913 Webster
- Bearing upon, or properly applying to, the case in hand; pertinent; applicable.1913 Webster
Close and relevant arguments have very little hold on the passions.
Sydney Smith.1913 Webster - (Scots Law) Sufficient to support the cause.1913 Webster
- Relieving; lending aid or support. [R.]