regard [ re·gard ]
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1. Consider or think of in a specified way.
he was highly regarded by senators of both parties
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2. Gaze at steadily in a particular way.
Nuala regarded him unflinchingly
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3. Pay attention to; heed.
he talk'd very wisely, but I regarded him not
4. (of a thing) relate to; concern.
Your main safety concern regards the use of your power drill.
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Noun
1. Attention to or concern for something.
she rescued him without regard for herself
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2. Liking and respect; esteem.
Students should have great respect and regard for their teachers, she said.
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3. A steady or significant look.
The gaze is steady and there is both a reserve and a frank regard in her eyes.
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4. (regards) Best wishes (used to express friendliness in greetings)
Well, we're coming home soon, my family sends their regards.
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Origin
1. Middle English from Old French regarder ‘to watch’, from re- ‘back’ (also expressing intensive force) + garder ‘to guard’.

