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Extraordinary \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.
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Their extraordinary did consist especially in the
matter of prayers and devotions. --Jer. Taylor.
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Extraordinary \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.
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Which dispose
To something extraordinary my thoughts. --Milton.
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2. Exceeding the common degree, measure. or condition; hence,
remarkable; uncommon; rare; wonderful; as, extraordinary
talents or grandeur.
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3. Employed or sent upon an unusual or special service; as,
an ambassador extraordinary.
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