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Foison (noun) means (literary) A plentiful supply of something.

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1

(literary) A plentiful supply of something.

2

(literary) Strength or power.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Came into English via Middle English foisoun, from Old French foison, from Latin fūsiōnem. It's a doublet of fusion.

Rhymes for foison

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What is the meaning of foison?

"foison" (noun) means (literary) A plentiful supply of something.

What are the different meanings of foison?

"foison" has 2 main meanings: 1. (literary) A plentiful supply of something; 2. (literary) Strength or power.

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