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Webster's 1828 Dictionary

FRAME, v.t. [L. armus, Eng. arm.]
1. To fit or prepare and unite several parts in a regular structure or entire thing; to fabricate by orderly construction and union of various parts; as, to frame a house or other building.
2. To fit one thing to another; to adjust; to make suitable.
3. To make; to compose; as, to frame a law.
For thou art framed of the firm truth of valor.
4. To regulate; to adjust; to shape; to conform; as, to frame our lives according to the rules of the gospel.
5. To form and digest by thought; as, to frame ideas in the mind.
How many excellent reasonings are framed in the mind of a man of wisdom and study in a length of years!
6. To contrive; to plan; to devise; as, to frame a project or design.
7. To invent; to fabricate, in a bad sense; as, to frame a story or lie.
FRAME, v.i. To contrive. Judg
12:6.
FRAME, n.
1. The timbers of an edifice fitted and joined in the form proposed, for the purpose of supporting the covering; as the frame of a house, barn, bridge or ship.
2. Any fabric or structure composed of parts united; as the frame of an ox or horse. So we say, the frame of the heavenly arch; the frame of the world.
3. Any kind of case or structure made for admitting, inclosing or supporting things; as the frame of a window, door, picture or looking glass.
4. Among printers, a stand to support the cases in which the types are distributed.
5. Among founders, a kind of ledge, inclosing a board, which being filled with wet sand, serves as a mold for castings.
6. A sort of loom on which linen, silk, etc. is stretched for quilting or embroidering.
7. Order; regularity; adjusted series or composition of parts. We say, a person is out of frame; the mind is not in a good frame.
Your steady soul preserves her frame.
8. Form; scheme; structure; constitution; system; as a frame of government.
9. Contrivance; projection.
John the bastard, whose spirits toil in frame of villainies.
10. Shape; form; proportion.

WordNet (r) 3.0 (2005)

n
1: the framework for a pair of eyeglasses
2: a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film
3: alternative names for the body of a human being; "Leonardo studied the human body"; "he has a strong physique"; "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak" [syn: human body, physical body, material body, soma, build, figure, physique, anatomy, shape, bod, chassis, frame, form, flesh]
4: (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat [syn: inning, frame]
5: a single drawing in a comic_strip
6: an application that divides the user's display into two or more windows that can be scrolled independently
7: a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning [syn: frame of reference, frame]
8: the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal [syn: skeletal system, skeleton, frame, systema skeletale]
9: the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape; "the building has a steel skeleton" [syn: skeleton, skeletal frame, frame, underframe]
10: a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror; "the frame enhances but is not itself the subject of attention"; "the frame was much more valuable than the miror it held" [syn: frame, framing]
11: one of the ten divisions into which bowling is divided v
1: enclose in or as if in a frame; "frame a picture" [syn: frame, frame in, border]
2: enclose in a frame, as of a picture
3: take or catch as if in a snare or trap; "I was set up!"; "The innocent man was framed by the police" [syn: ensnare, entrap, frame, set up]
4: formulate in a particular style or language; "I wouldn't put it that way"; "She cast her request in very polite language" [syn: frame, redact, cast, put, couch]
5: make up plans or basic details for; "frame a policy" [syn: frame, compose, draw up]
6: construct by fitting or uniting parts together [syn: frame, frame up]

Merriam Webster's

I. verb (framed; framing) Etymology: Middle English, to benefit, construct, from Old English framian to benefit, make progress; akin to Old Norse fram forward, Old English fram from Date: 14th century transitive verb 1. to construct by fitting and uniting the parts of the skeleton of (a structure) 2. a. plan, contrive <framed a new method of achieving their purpose> b. shape, construct c. to give expression to ; formulate d. to draw up (as a document) 3. a. to devise falsely (as a criminal charge) b. to contrive the evidence against (an innocent person) so that a verdict of guilty is assured c. fix 7b 4. to fit or adjust especially to something or for an end ; arrange 5. obsolete produce 6. to enclose in a frame; also to enclose as if in a frame intransitive verb 1. archaic proceed, go 2. obsolete manage • framable or frameable adjective • framer noun II. noun Date: 14th century 1. a. something composed of parts fitted together and united b. the physical makeup of an animal and especially a human body ; physique, figure 2. a. the underlying constructional system or structure that gives shape or strength (as to a building) b. a frame dwelling 3. obsolete the act or manner of framing 4. a. a machine built upon or within a framework <a spinning frame> b. an open case or structure made for admitting, enclosing, or supporting something <a window frame> c. (1) a part of a pair of glasses that holds one of the lenses (2) plural that part of a pair of glasses other than the lenses d. a structural unit in an automobile chassis supported on the axles and supporting the rest of the chassis and the body 5. a. an enclosing border b. the matter or area enclosed in such a border: as (1) one of the squares in which scores for each round are recorded (as in bowling); also a round in bowling (2) an individual drawing in a comic strip usually enclosed by a bordering line (3) one picture of the series on a length of film (4) a complete image for display (as on a television set) c. an inning in baseball d. (1) framework 1a (2) context, frame of reference e. an event that forms the background for the action of a novel or play 6. frame-up III. adjective Date: 1753 having a wood frame <frame houses>

U.S. Military Dictionary

(*) In photography, any single exposure contained within a continuous sequence of photographs.

Oxford Reference Dictionary

n. & v. --n. 1 a case or border enclosing a picture, window, door, etc. 2 the basic rigid supporting structure of anything, e.g. of a building, motor vehicle, or aircraft. 3 (in pl.) the structure of spectacles holding the lenses. 4 a human or animal body, esp. with reference to its size or structure (his frame shook with laughter). 5 a framed work or structure (the frame of heaven). 6 a an established order, plan, or system (the frame of society). b construction, constitution, build. 7 a temporary state (esp. in frame of mind). 8 a single complete image or picture on a cinema film or transmitted in a series of lines by television. 9 a a triangular structure for positioning the balls in snooker etc. b the balls positioned in this way. c a round of play in snooker etc. 10 Hort. a boxlike structure of glass etc. for protecting plants. 11 a removable box of slats for the building of a honeycomb in a beehive. 12 US sl. = frame-up. --v.tr. 1 a set in or provide with a frame. b serve as a frame for. 2 construct by a combination of parts or in accordance with a design or plan. 3 formulate or devise the essentials of (a complex thing, idea, theory, etc.). 4 (foll. by to, into) adapt or fit. 5 sl. concoct a false charge or evidence against; devise a plot with regard to. 6 articulate (words). Phrases and idioms: frame-house a house constructed of a wooden skeleton covered with boards etc. frame of reference 1 a set of standards or principles governing behaviour, thought, etc. 2 Geom. a system of geometrical axes for defining position. frame-saw a saw stretched in a frame to make it rigid. frame-up colloq. a conspiracy, esp. to make an innocent person appear guilty. Derivatives: framable adj. frameless adj. framer n. Etymology: OE framian be of service f. fram forward: see FROM

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Frame Frame, n. In games: (a) In pool, the triangular form used in setting up the balls; also, the balls as set up, or the round of playing required to pocket them all; as, to play six frames in a game of 50 points. (b) In bowling, as in tenpins, one of the several innings forming a game.

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Frame Frame, n. 1. Anything composed of parts fitted and united together; a fabric; a structure; esp., the constructional system, whether of timber or metal, that gives to a building, vessel, etc., its model and strength; the skeleton of a structure. These are thy glorious works, Parent of good, Almighty! thine this universal frame. --Milton. 2. The bodily structure; physical constitution; make or build of a person. Some bloody passion shakes your very frame. --Shak. No frames could be strong enough to endure it. --Prescott. 3. A kind of open case or structure made for admitting, inclosing, or supporting things, as that which incloses or contains a window, door, picture, etc.; that on which anything is held or stretched; as: (a) The skeleton structure which supports the boiler and machinery of a locomotive upon its wheels. (b) (Founding) A molding box or flask, which being filled with sand serves as a mold for castings. (c) The ribs and stretchers of an umbrella or other structure with a fabric covering. (d) A structure of four bars, adjustable in size, on which cloth, etc., is stretched for quilting, embroidery, etc. (e) (Hort.) A glazed portable structure for protecting young plants from frost. (f) (Print.) A stand to support the type cases for use by the compositor. 4. (Mach.) A term applied, especially in England, to certain machines built upon or within framework; as, a stocking frame; lace frame; spinning frame, etc. 5. Form; shape; proportion; scheme; structure; constitution; system; as, a frameof government. She that hath a heart of that fine frame To pay this debt of love but to a brother. --Shak. Put your discourse into some frame. --Shak. 6. Particular state or disposition, as of the mind; humor; temper; mood; as, to be always in a happy frame. 7. Contrivance; the act of devising or scheming. [Obs.] John the bastard Whose spirits toil in frame of villainies. --Shak. Balloon frame, Cant frames, etc. See under Balloon, Cant, etc. Frame building or house, a building of which the form and support is made of framed timbers. [U.S.] -- Frame level, a mason's level. Frame saw, a thin saw stretched in a frame to give it rigidity.

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Frame Frame, n. 1. Anything composed of parts fitted and united together; a fabric; a structure; esp., the constructional system, whether of timber or metal, that gives to a building, vessel, etc., its model and strength; the skeleton of a structure. These are thy glorious works, Parent of good, Almighty! thine this universal frame. --Milton. 2. The bodily structure; physical constitution; make or build of a person. Some bloody passion shakes your very frame. --Shak. No frames could be strong enough to endure it. --Prescott. 3. A kind of open case or structure made for admitting, inclosing, or supporting things, as that which incloses or contains a window, door, picture, etc.; that on which anything is held or stretched; as: (a) The skeleton structure which supports the boiler and machinery of a locomotive upon its wheels. (b) (Founding) A molding box or flask, which being filled with sand serves as a mold for castings. (c) The ribs and stretchers of an umbrella or other structure with a fabric covering. (d) A structure of four bars, adjustable in size, on which cloth, etc., is stretched for quilting, embroidery, etc. (e) (Hort.) A glazed portable structure for protecting young plants from frost. (f) (Print.) A stand to support the type cases for use by the compositor. 4. (Mach.) A term applied, especially in England, to certain machines built upon or within framework; as, a stocking frame; lace frame; spinning frame, etc. 5. Form; shape; proportion; scheme; structure; constitution; system; as, a frameof government. She that hath a heart of that fine frame To pay this debt of love but to a brother. --Shak. Put your discourse into some frame. --Shak. 6. Particular state or disposition, as of the mind; humor; temper; mood; as, to be always in a happy frame. 7. Contrivance; the act of devising or scheming. [Obs.] John the bastard Whose spirits toil in frame of villainies. --Shak. Balloon frame, Cant frames, etc. See under Balloon, Cant, etc. Frame building or house, a building of which the form and support is made of framed timbers. [U.S.] -- Frame level, a mason's level. Frame saw, a thin saw stretched in a frame to give it rigidity.

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Frame Frame, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Framed; p. pr. & vb. n. Framing.] [OE. framen, fremen, to execute, build, AS. fremman to further, perform, effect, fr. fram strong, valiant; akin to E. foremost, and prob. to AS. fram from, Icel. fremja, frama, to further, framr forward, G. fromm worthy, excellent, pious. See Foremost, From, and cf. Furnish.] 1. (Arch. & Engin.) To construct by fitting and uniting the several parts of the skeleton of any structure; specifically, in woodwork, to put together by cutting parts of one member to fit parts of another. See Dovetail, Halve, v. t., Miter, Tenon, Tooth, Tusk, Scarf, and Splice. 2. To originate; to plan; to devise; to contrive; to compose; in a bad sense, to invent or fabricate, as something false. How many excellent reasonings are framed in the mind of a man of wisdom and study in a length of years. --I. Watts. 3. To fit to something else, or for some specific end; to adjust; to regulate; to shape; to conform. And frame my face to all occasions. --Shak. We may in some measure frame our minds for the reception of happiness. --Landor. The human mind is framed to be influenced. --I. Taylor. 4. To cause; to bring about; to produce. [Obs.] Fear frames disorder, and disorder wounds. --Shak. 5. To support. [Obs. & R.] That on a staff his feeble steps did frame. --Spenser. 6. To provide with a frame, as a picture.

Webster's 1913 Dictionary

Frame Frame, v. i. 1. To shape; to arrange, as the organs of speech. [Obs.] --Judg. xii. 6. 2. To proceed; to go. [Obs.] The bauty of this sinful dame Made many princes thither frame. --Shak.

Collin's Cobuild Dictionary

(frames, framing, framed) Frequency: The word is one of the 3000 most common words in English. 1. The frame of a picture or mirror is the wood, metal, or plastic that is fitted around it, especially when it is displayed or hung on a wall. Estelle kept a photograph of her mother in a silver frame on the kitchen mantelpiece. ...a pair of picture frames. N-COUNT 2. The frame of an object such as a building, chair, or window is the arrangement of wooden, metal, or plastic bars between which other material is fitted, and which give the object its strength and shape. He supplied housebuilders with modern timber frames... We painted our table to match the window frame in the bedroom. N-COUNT 3. The frames of a pair of glasses are all the metal or plastic parts of it, but not the lenses. He was wearing new spectacles with gold wire frames. N-COUNT: usu pl 4. You can refer to someone's body as their frame, especially when you are describing the general shape of their body. Their belts are pulled tight against their bony frames. N-COUNT: oft poss N 5. A frame of cinema film is one of the many separate photographs that it consists of. Standard 8mm projects at 16 frames per second. N-COUNT 6. When a picture or photograph is framed, it is put in a frame. The picture is now ready to be mounted and framed... On the wall is a large framed photograph. VERB: usu passive, be V-ed, V-ed 7. If an object is framed by a particular thing, it is surrounded by that thing in a way that makes the object more striking or attractive to look at. The swimming pool is framed by tropical gardens... VERB: usu passive, be V-ed prep 8. If someone frames an innocent person, they make other people think that that person is guilty of a crime, by lying or inventing evidence. (INFORMAL) I need to find out who tried to frame me... VERB: V n 9. If someone is in the frame for something such as a job or position, they are being considered for it. We need a win to keep us in the frame for the title. = in the running PHRASE 10. see also cold frame

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia

fram:

(1) yetser (from root yatsar, "to knead," mold with the fingers): "For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust" (Ps 103:14).

(2) `erekh (from root `arakh, "to put in order," "to set in a row," "to arrange"): "goodly frame" (Job 41:12, the King James Version "goodly proportion").

(3) `otsem "bony frame" "body": "My frame was not hidden from thee, when I was made in secret" (Ps 139:15), the King James Version "my substance," the King James Version margin "my strength, or, my body."

See also BONE.

(4) mibhneh, "building, frame" (Eze 40:2, "frame of a city").

(5) nathan, "to give," "to direct": "They will not frame their doings" (Ho 5:4, the King James Version and the Revised Version, margin).

(6) sunarmologeo, "to fit or join closely together" (Eph 2:21).

(7) katartizo, "to fit out," "make fit," "adjust" (Heb 11:3).

H. L. E. Luering

Soule's Dictionary of English Synonyms

I. v. a. 1. Construct, build, put together. 2. Form, compose, make, constitute. 3. Invent, devise, plan, contrive. 4. Fabricate, forge. 5. Put into a frame. II. n. 1. Skeleton, framing, framework, carcass. 2. Form, structure, fabric, system, scheme, constitution. 3. Condition, state, temper, mood, state of mind or feeling.

Moby Thesaurus

Platonic form, Platonic idea, adjoin, aesthetic form, anatomy, angle, appendicular skeleton, archetype, architectonics, architecture, arrange, arrangement, art form, assemble, attitude, axial skeleton, backing, bank, base, baseboard, basement, bear false witness, bearing, befringe, beget, bent, bibliofilm, bind, bipack, black-and-white film, block out, blueprint, board, body, body-build, bones, border, bordure, bound, box in, brand, breed, brew, brim, bring forth, bring into being, brink, brow, build, building, bushing, cabal, cadre, calculate, call into being, carcass, cartridge, carve, case, casement, casing, cast, character, characteristic, characteristics, chassis, chisel, clay, clod, coast, coin, collude, color film, color negative film, complexion, complot, compose, composition, compound, conceive, concert, concoct, condition, configuration, conformation, connive, conspire, constituents, constitution, construct, construction, context, contrive, cook up, corpus, couch, couch in terms, countermine, counterplot, crasis, create, creation, cue, cut, cut out, dado, design, develop, devise, dharma, diathesis, discover, disposition, doorframe, dope, draft, draw up, dream up, dry plate, edge, edging, efform, elaborate, elevate, embody in words, emulsion, enclose, enframe, engender, engineer, entrap, erect, ethos, evolve, exoskeleton, express, extrude, fabric, fabricate, fabrication, false witness, fashion, fashioning, featheredge, fiber, figuration, figure, film, finagle, finesse, fix, flange, flesh, foot, footing, forecast, forge, forging, form, formalize, format, formation, formularize, formulate, found, foundation, frame of mind, frame up, frame-up, framework, framing, fringe, fudge together, generate, genius, genre, get up, getup, give being to, give expression to, give rise to, give words to, grain, habit, hatch, hatch a plot, hatch up, heart, hem, hew, hue, hulk, humor, humors, ilk, impression, improvise, indite, infrastructure, inner form, intend, intrigue, invent, keel, kind, knead, knock out, labellum, labium, labrum, lap, lattice, latticework, lay a plot, lay out, lay plans, layout, ledge, lick into shape, limb, limbus, line, lip, list, machinate, make, make a projection, make arrangements, make do with, make up, makeup, making, maneuver, manufacture, march, marge, margin, marginate, material body, matrix, mature, methodize, microfilm, mind, mint, modality, mode, model, mold, molding, monochromatic film, mood, mopboard, morale, motion-picture film, mould, mount, mounting, nadir, nature, negative, note, operate, order, organic structure, organism, organization, organize, originate, orthochromatic film, pack, pack the deal, panchromatic film, paragraph, patch together, pattern, patterning, person, photographic paper, phrase, physical body, physique, picture frame, piece together, plan, plan ahead, plate, plot, prearrange, preconcert, precontrive, predesign, prefabricate, premeditate, preorder, prepare, present, printing paper, procreate, produce, production, program, project, property, prototype, purfle, purl, put, put in words, put together, put up, put-up job, quality, ragged edge, raise, rationalize, rear, rhetorize, rig, rim, roll, rough out, roughcast, roughhew, run up, sash, scaffolding, schedule, schema, schematize, scheme, sculpt, sculpture, selvage, set, set off, set out, set up, setting, setup, sew up, shape, shaping, shell, shoemold, shore, side, sideline, significant form, skeleton, skirt, sole, soma, somatotype, sort, sound film, sound track, sound-on-film, soundstripe, spawn, spirit, spirits, stack the cards, stamp, state, state of mind, streak, strike out, stripe, structure, structuring, style, suchness, support, system, systematize, tailor, tectonics, temper, temperament, tendency, tenor, texture, thermoform, think out, think up, tissue, toe, tone, torso, trap, trim, tripack, trunk, turn, type, underframe, vamp up, vehicle, vein, verge, wainscot, wangle, warp and woof, way, weave, web, whomp up, window case, window frame, word, work, work out, work up, write