E-NED lists the word, and gives the etymology, but no definition. I believe that when you take in to mind the context of the word, Dr. John B. Corbett's definition 'delighted shouts' is the closest in meaning, rather than 'strength of voice,' as shown on many sites. Dr. John B. Corbett's definition CLICK HERE FOR KEY TO SOURCES ETYMOLOGY from Latin hirquitallīre (of infants) to acquire a strong voice (from hircus he-goat) + -ency EXAMPLE From: The Works of Sir Thomas Urquhart of Cromarty, Knight Reprinted from the Original Editions, 1834 visotactil - involving sight & touch
visuriency - desire to be looked at tacturiency - desire to be touched attrectation - touching with hands gnomon - rod definitiones logicae verificantur in rebus - logical definitions are verified by actual things exerced act - performed act solaecisme - error in grammar/etiquette
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Gary
19/9/2023 08:10:21 pm
Articulate writer with a voice of experience and sensitivity for any age. I just hope that Hugh Hefner read this passage at some point in his life.
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