Ex*traor"di*na*ry , n.;
pl. Extraordinaries (&?;). That which is
extraordinary; -- used especially in the plural; as, extraordinaries excepted, there is nothing to prevent success.
Their extraordinary did consist especially in the matter
of prayers and
devotions.
Jer. Taylor.
Ex*traor"di*na*ry (?), a. [L. extraordinarius;
extra on the outside + ordinarius:
cf. F. extraordinaire. See
Ordinary.]
1. Beyond or out
of the common order or method; not usual, customary, regular, or ordinary; as, extraordinary
evils; extraordinary
remedies.
Which dispose
To something extraordinary my
thoughts.
Milton. 2. Exceeding the common degree, measure. or condition; hence, remarkable; uncommon; rare; wonderful; as, extraordinary
talents or grandeur.
3.
Employed or sent upon an unusual or special service; as, an ambassador extraordinary.
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