foison

English

/ˈfɔɪzən/

noun
Definitions
  • (archaic) An abundance, a rich supply of.
  • (archaic) Harvest.
  • (chiefly) Strength, power.

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French foison derived from Latin fūsiōnem, fūsiō.

Origin

Latin

fūsiōnem, fūsiō

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