the core of a thing; the most essential or important part / passion; true commitment

With the utmost earnestness.

Alternative form of world soul

Alternative form of world soul

Alternative form of world soul

Alternative form of world soul

(religion, philosophy) A single, unifying spirit believed by some to animate every living being in the world and to underlie the value of every inanimate thing as well.

(informal) A fellow African American woman

(informal) A fellow African American man

(historical) A wake or funeral gathering at which ale is served; also called dirge-ale.