(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:22:01

Na"if` (; formerly ), a. [F. naif. See Naive.]

1.

Having a true natural luster without being cut; -- applied by jewelers to a precious stone.

2.

Naive; as, a naif remark.

London Spectator.

 

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