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What does the word cool mean?

The word "cool" is incredibly versatile and its meaning can vary greatly depending on context. Here are some of its most common meanings:

Temperature:

* Literally: Having a low temperature, often pleasantly so. ("It's cool outside today.")

Social and Emotional:

* Approving: Something is good, impressive, or fashionable. ("That's a cool new phone.")

* Calm and Relaxed: Someone is composed, not easily upset, or not showing their emotions. ("Stay cool, everything will be alright.")

* Unconcerned: Someone is indifferent or not bothered. ("I'm cool with whatever you decide.")

* Stylish: A person or thing is attractive, fashionable, or contemporary. ("He's got a cool haircut.")

Other Meanings:

* To reduce the temperature: ("Cool the soup down before serving.")

* To become less intense: ("Cool your anger.")

* To become less active: ("The computer is cooling down after being used.")

Slang and Informal:

* Impressive: A person or thing is amazing or worthy of admiration. ("That was a cool trick!")

* Great: A positive adjective for almost anything. ("We had a cool time at the party.")

It's important to consider the context of the sentence to understand the intended meaning of "cool."

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