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life-giving

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life-giv·​ing | \ ˈlīf-ˌgi-viŋ How to pronounce life-giving (audio) \

Definition of life-giving

: giving or having power to give life and spirit : invigorating

First Known Use of life-giving

1550, in the meaning defined above

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“Life-giving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life-giving. Accessed 10 Aug. 2020.

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life-giving

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English Language Learners Definition of life-giving

: giving or having power to create or support life : essential to life

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