Толковый словарь английского языка - idea

noun see: wit Date: 14th century 1. a transcendent entity that is a real pattern of which existing things are imperfect representations, a standard of perfection ; ~l, a plan for action ; design, a visible representation of a conception ; a replica of a pattern, 3. an image recalled by memory, an indefinite or unformed conception, an entity (as a thought, concept, sensation, or image) actually or potentially present to consciousness, a formulated thought or opinion, whatever is known or supposed about something , the central meaning or chief end of a particular action or situation, an image in Mind, ~less adjective Synonyms: see: ~