What is the meaning of Competent?

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(a.) Rightfully or properly belonging; incident; -- followed by to.
(a.) Answering to all requirements; adequate; sufficient; suitable; capable; legally qualified; fit.

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MLA	Webster's. "competent" 27 May 2011. Web. 22 September 2026. <http://smartdefine.org/competent/definitions/1989594>

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