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Definition of per se adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

per se

adverb
 
/ˌpɜː ˈseɪ/
 
/ˌpɜːr ˈseɪ/
(from Latin)
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  1. used meaning ‘by itself’ to show that you are referring to something on its own, rather than in connection with other things
    • The drug is not harmful per se, but is dangerous when taken with alcohol.
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