A Quick and Simple Dictionary

virtue

1. Noun.  (obsolete) The inherent power of a god, or other supernatural being. (defdate, 13th-19th c.) .
2. Noun.  The inherent power or efficacy of something (qualifier, now only in phrases) . (defdate, from 13th c.) .
3. Noun.  (uncountable) Accordance with moral principles; conformity of behaviour or thought with the strictures of morality; good moral conduct. (defdate, from 13th c.) .
4. Noun.  A particular manifestation of moral excellence in a person; an admirable quality. (defdate, from 13th c.) .
5. Noun.  Specifically, each of several qualities held to be particularly important, including the four cardinal virtues, the three theological virtues, or the seven virtues opposed to the seven deadly sins. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
6. Noun.  An inherently advantageous or excellent quality of something or someone; a favourable point, an advantage. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
7. Noun.  A creature embodying divine power, specifically one of the orders of heavenly beings, traditionally ranked above angels and below archangels. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
8. Noun.  (uncountable) Specifically, moral conduct in sexual behaviour, especially of women; chastity. (defdate, from 17th c.) .