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relent definition

re·lent (ri lent′)

intransitive verb

  1. to soften in temper, resolution, etc.; become less severe, stern, or stubborn
  2. Obsolete to melt

Etymology: ME relenten, to melt, ult. < L < re-, again + lentus, flexible, pliant, slow: see lithe

transitive verb

Obsolete to cause to relent

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