definition of
intent

[1] #1 intent s. [captive, absorbed, engrossed, enwrapped, wrapped] giving or marked by complete attention to; "that engrossed look or rapt delight"; "then wrapped in dreams"; "so intent on this fantastic...narrative that she hardly stirred"- Walter de la Mare; "rapt with wonder"; "wrapped in thought". wn

[2] #2 intent n. [purpose, intention, aim, design] an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions; "his intent was to provide a new translation"; "good intentions are not enough"; "it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs"; "he made no secret of his d. wn

[3] #3 intent n. [purport, spirit] the intended meaning of a communication. wn