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scruple: see English units of measurement English units of measurement, principal system of weights and measures used in a few nations, the only major industrial one being the United States. It actually consists of two related systems—the U.S. ..... Click the link for more information. . scruple 1. a unit of weight equal to 20 grains (1.296 grams) 2. an ancient Roman unit of weight equivalent to approximately one twenty-fourth of an ounce How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| " The Fowler replied, "I shall now with less scruple take your life, because you are willing to save it at the cost of betraying your friends and relations. For your sake, and for Norah's, I am going to let you know what the scruple really is which has misled her into the pride and folly of refusing you. Do not scruple to come and see me, Makar Alexievitch. |
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