foison


foi·son

noun \ˈfi-zən\

Definition of FOISON

1
archaic : rich harvest
2
chiefly Scottish : physical energy or strength
3
plural obsolete : resources

Origin of FOISON

Middle English foisoun, from Anglo-French fuisun, foison, from Latin fusion-, fusio outpouring — more at fusion
First Known Use: 14th century

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