perfection
per·fec·tion
noun
2.
an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept
Origin
From Middle English perfeccioun, from Old French perfection, from Latin perfectiō. Equivalent to perfect + -ion. Displaced native Old English fulfremednes.
Phrases
- counsel of perfection
- perfection is the enemy of good
- perfection salad
- prick of perfection
- to perfection
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