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warmth definition

warmth (wôrmt̸h)

noun

    1. the state or quality of having, giving off, or keeping in a moderate degree of heat
    2. the degree of heat in a substance, esp. when it is moderate; mild heat
    1. excitement or vigor of feeling; enthusiasm, ardor, zeal, etc.
    2. sympathetic, cordial, or affectionate feelings or nature
    3. slight anger
  3. a glowing effect obtained by using red, yellow, etc.

Etymology: ME wermthe: see warm & -th

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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