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Scruple

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Definitions:

Noun

scruple

Definition: a unit of apothecary weight equal to 20 grains

scruple qualm misgiving

Definition: uneasiness about the fitness of an action

scruple

Definition: an ethical or moral principle that inhibits action

Definition: A weight of ¹⁄₂₈₈ of a pound, that is, twenty grains or one third of a dram, about 1.3 grams (symbol: ℈).

Verb

scruple

Definition: hesitate on moral grounds; "The man scrupled to perjure himself"

scruple

Definition: raise scruples; "He lied and did not even scruple about it"

scruple

Definition: have doubts about

Definition: To hesitate or be reluctant to act due to considerations of conscience or expedience.

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