dead.-that which is done or effected by a responsible agent; an act; an action; a thing done; -- a word of extensive application, including, whatever is done, good or bad, great or small.-illustrious act; achievement; exploit.-power of action; agency; efficiency.-fact; reality; -- whence we have indeed.-a sealed instrument in writing, on paper or parchment, duly executed and delivered, containing some transfer, bargain, or contract.-performance; -- followed by of.-to convey or transfer by deed; as, he deeded all his estate to his eldest son.