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pre·​sen·​sion | \ prēˈsenchən \
plural -s

Definition of presension

archaic
: presensation appeared to have a very decided presension of his untimely death— E. A. Seymour

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History and Etymology for presension

Latin praesension-, praesensio, from praesensus (past participle of praesentire to perceive beforehand) + -ion-, -io -ion

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“Presension.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/presension. Accessed 21 May. 2022.

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