*verb* past tense of admire, to regard with wonder or approval.

*noun* a person who admires someone or something.

*noun* a naval officer of the highest rank.

*noun* the power or jurisdiction of an admiral.

*adjective* deserving respect or admiration.

*noun* a court exercising jurisdiction over maritime cases.

*noun* plural of admirer.

*adverb* in a manner deserving admiration.

*noun* one who admires.

*verb* a term used for allowing or letting in.