benison
Pronunciation: /ˈbɛnɪsən/
The English word “benison” has 1 meaning listed here.
noun
- A blessing; benediction.
Etymology
From Middle English benysoun, beneson, borrowed from Old French beneïson, from Latin benedictiō, benedictiōnem. First known use: 14th century. Doublet of benediction.
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