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A being involved in the action of a story.

A distinguishing feature; characteristic; trait; phene.

Example: A single locus governing the petal colour character was detected on the linkage group A2.

A complex of traits marking a person, group, breed, or type.

Example: A study of the suspect's character and his cast iron alibi ruled him out.

Strength of mind; resolution; independence; individuality; moral strength.

Example: "You may not like to eat liver," said Calvin's father, "but it builds character."

To write (using characters); to describe.