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BRISKNESS

\bɹˈɪsknəs], \bɹˈɪsknəs], \b_ɹ_ˈɪ_s_k_n_ə_s]\

Definitions of BRISKNESS

2006 - WordNet 3.0
2011 - English Dictionary Database
1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language
1790 - A Complete Dictionary of the English Language

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liveliness and eagerness; "he accepted with alacrity"

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

liveliness and eagerness; "he accepted with alacrity"

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

The quality of being brisk.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

To brisk up, to enliven; to appear with life and spirit.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. Liveliness; vivacity;â€”effervescence of liquors.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

Liveliness, vigour, quickness, gayety.

1790 - A Complete Dictionary of the English Language
By Thomas Sheridan

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