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Agent

A'GENT, a. Acting; opposed to patient, or sustaining action; as, the body agent. [Little used.]
A'GENT, n.
1. An actor; one that exerts power, or has the power to act; as, a moral agent.
2. An active power or cause; that which has the power to produce an effect; as, heat is a powerful agent.
3. A substitute, deputy, or factor; one entrusted with the business of another; and attorney; a minister.

 

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