CONTEXT, n. [L. Con and texo, to weave.] The general series or composition of a discourse; more particularly, the parts of a discourse which precede or follow the sentence quoted; the passages of scripture which are near the text, either before it or after it. The sense of a passage of scripture is often illustrated by the context.
CONTEXT, a. Knit or woven together; close; firm.
CONTEST, v.t. To knit together. [Not used.]
