(countable) A being involved in the action of a story.

(countable) A distinguishing feature; characteristic; trait; phene.

(uncountable, countable) A complex of traits marking a person, group, breed, or type.

(uncountable) Strength of mind; resolution; independence; individuality; moral strength.

(countable) A unique or extraordinary individual; a person characterized by peculiar or notable traits, especially charisma.

(countable) A written or printed symbol, or letter.

(countable, computing) One of the basic elements making up a text file or string: a code representing a printing character or a control character.

(countable, informal) A person or individual, especially one who is unknown.

(countable, mathematics) A complex number representing an element of a finite Abelian group.

(countable) Quality, position, rank, or capacity; quality or conduct with respect to a certain office or duty.