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DISHEARTEN

\dɪshˈɑːtən], \dɪshˈɑːtən], \d_ɪ_s_h_ˈɑː_t_ə_n]\

Definitions of DISHEARTEN

2006 - WordNet 3.0
2011 - English Dictionary Database
1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam"

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam"

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

To deprive of heart, courage, or spirits: to discourage: to depress.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
By Daniel Lyons

To discourage; to depress; to impress with dread or fear.

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

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