English Dictionary

That which is done or is to be done; matter; concern; as, a difficult affair to manage; business of any kind, commercial, professional, or public; -- often in the plural. "At the head of affairs." Junius.
Source : opted (2897)  - auto

Any proceeding or action which it is wished to refer to or characterize vaguely; as, an affair of honor, i. e., a duel; an affair of love, i. e., an intrigue.
Source : opted (2898)  - auto

An action or engagement not of sufficient magnitude to be called a battle.
Source : opted (2899)  - auto

Action; endeavor.
Source : opted (2900)  - auto

A material object (vaguely designated).
Source : opted (2901)  - auto