previsioun

Middle English

/prɛːvizˈjuːn/

noun
Definitions
  • Knowledge of upcoming events; prevision or foresight.
  • Preparation, readying; arranging for an event.
  • A legal ordinance or declaration

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French prevision derived from Latin praevīsiōnem affix from Middle English visioun.

Origin

Middle English

visioun

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