definition of
abstract

[1] #1 abstract v. consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically. wn

[2] #2 abstract a. existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment; "abstract words like 'truth' and 'justice'". wn

[3] #3 abstract n. [abstraction] a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance; "he loved her only in the abstract--not in person". wn

[4] #4 abstract v. [pilfer, cabbage, purloin, pinch, snarf, swipe, hook, sneak, filch, nobble, lift] make off with belongings of others. wn

[5] #5 abstract s. [abstractionist, nonfigurative, nonobjective] not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature; "a large abstract painting". wn