#1 most r. [to the highest degree] used to form the superlative; "the king cobra is the most dangerous snake". wn
#2 most r. very; "a most welcome relief". wn
#3 most r. [about, almost, nearly, near, nigh, virtually, well-nigh] (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but; "the job is (just) about done"; "the baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded"; "we're almost finished"; "the car all but ran her down"; "he nearly fainted"; "talked for nig. wn
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