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winsome

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Main Entry:
win·some 
          Listen to the pronunciation of winsome
Pronunciation:
\ˈwin(t)-səm\
Function:
adjective
Etymology:
Middle English winsum, from Old English wynsum, from wynn joy; akin to Old High German wunna joy, Latin venus desire — more at win
Date:
before 12th century
1 : generally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence <a winsome smile> 2 : cheerful, lighthearted
win·some·ly adverb
win·some·ness noun


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