I . v. a.
1.
Bring into ( a country from abroad ).
2.
Imply, denote, purport, signify, betoken, mean.
3.
Concern, be of ~ance to, be of consequence to, be of interest to.
II . n.
1.
Signification, meaning, purport, sense, drift, gist, spirit, bearing, tenor, intention.
2.
Imported merchandise.
3.
Importance, consequence, weight, moment, significance.