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vague

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  1. obscure               
 
vague \'va-g\ aj [MF, fr. L vagus, lit., wandering] 1a: not clearly 
   expressed : stated in indefinite terms {~ accusa tion} 1b: not having a 
   precise meaning {~ term of abuse}  2a: not clearly defined, grasped, or 
   understood : INDISTINCT {R@ idea} 2b: not clearly felt or sensed : somewhat 
   subconscious {a ~ long ing} 3: not thinking or expressing one's thoughts 
   clearly or precisely {~)R about dates and places} 4: not sharply outlined : 
   HAZY  - vague.ly av