Premeditate v. t. (past & past part. premeditated; pres. part. premeditating) To think on, and revolve in the mind, beforehand; to contrive and design previously; as, to premeditate robbery. "With words premeditated thus he said."
... occasion seemed to be somewhat alien from his being employed in that work. It was no difficult task to him upon a short warning to preach, having a prompt and ready gift. He was never at a loss for words and matter, and having stepped aside a little time to premeditate and implore his Master's presence and assistance (for he was ever afraid to be alone in that work) he went immediately to the pulpit, and preached upon 1 Pet i. 15 "But as he who hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in ... — The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning • Hugh Binning Read full book for free!