a ghost; the visible or audible presence of a dead person.
Tourists visit the castle hoping to see the spirit that haunts the grand staircase.
A cold wind made them think a spirit had entered the empty hallway.
a feeling of energy, courage, and enthusiasm that makes people eager and positive.
The coach praised the team's fighting spirit after the close game.
Her holiday spirit was clear from the bright lights on her house.
the non-physical part of a person, often thought to be the soul that continues after death.
Many cultures believe a person's spirit lives on after the body dies.
Meditation helps him connect with his inner spirit.
the real meaning or intention behind something, not just its exact words or form.
Lawyers argued that the proposal broke the spirit of the agreement.
She followed the spirit of her grandmother's recipe, adding her own twist.
a strong distilled alcoholic drink such as whisky, vodka, or rum.
He ordered a glass of local spirit made from sugarcane.
The recipe calls for a dash of strong spirit to add warmth.
to move someone or something away quickly and secretly.
The guards were distracted, and the spy spirited the documents out of the room.
A kind stranger spirited the lost puppy to safety.
