#1 tolerance n. the power or capacity of an organism to tolerate unfavorable environmental conditions. wn
#2 tolerance n. [permissiveness] a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior. wn
#3 tolerance n. the act of tolerating something. wn
#4 tolerance n. willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others. wn
#5 tolerance n. [allowance, leeway, margin] a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits. wn
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