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delection

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delection (uncountable)

  1. A feeling of extreme pleasure or satisfaction.
    • 1940, Arts and Architecture - Volumes 57-58 - Page 56‎[1]:
      Poussin justly stated, "the aim of art is delection," but many mistake pleasure for delection.
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