definition of
[most]

[1] #1 most r. [to the highest degree] used to form the superlative; "the king cobra is the most dangerous snake". wn

[2] #2 most r. very; "a most welcome relief". wn

[3] #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