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élan definition

élan (ā län′, -län′)

noun

spirited self-assurance; verve; dash; enthusiasm

Etymology: Fr, a start, outburst, impetuosity < élancer, to dart, throw < é-, out + lancer, to throw a lance, hence throw < LL (Ec) lanceare < lancea, lance

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It is also a fashion brand in the Philippines.

Posted by aniarolep 55 days ago.

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