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succorance

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suc·​cor·​ance
variants: or British succourance \ -​rən(t)s \
plural -s

Definition of succorance

: dependence especially : a dependence on or an active seeking for nurturant care

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Other Words from succorance

succorant \ ˈsəkərənt \ or British succourant adjective

History and Etymology for succorance

succor entry 1 + -ance

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“Succorance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/succorance. Accessed 26 Jun. 2022.

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