Word Definition

Deed

  1. A sealed instrument in writing, on paper or parchment, duly executed and delivered, containing some transfer, bargain, or contract.
  2. Performance; -- followed by of.
  3. Dead.
  4. Fact; reality; -- whence we have indeed.
  5. To convey or transfer by deed; as, he deeded all his estate to his eldest son.
  6. Power of action; agency; efficiency.
  7. Illustrious act; achievement; exploit.
  8. That which is done or effected by a responsible agent; an act; an action; a thing done; -- a word of extensive application, including, whatever is done, good or bad, great or small.