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delectation

Noun

Meaning

Great pleasure; delight.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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his delight to see her was obvious to all Source: Internet

His earliest literary efforts were in the direction of fiction - 'thrilling romances,' composed for the delectation of his school-fellows. Source: Internet

Each of these beings has favorite foods and totems, but all are partial to Barbancourt, which is poured three times on the ground for the loa's delectation. Source: Internet

Their services were retained not so much for the delectation of Leo and his guests at private social functions as for the enhancement of religious services on which the pope placed great store. Source: Internet

Chef Sam Hazen invited me to come with a friend to enjoy the “tasting menu,” where tiny portions of exquisite dishes were sent out from the kitchen for our delectation. Source: Internet

More free fiction for your delectation and delight! Source: Internet

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