English Explanatory Dictionary

munificence

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The quality of being munificent; generosity.
noun
  1. Means of defence; fortification.

Pronunciation

/mjuːˈnɪfɪsəns/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-munificence.wav

Word forms

munificence munificences

Etymology

From Middle French munificence, from Latin munificentia, from munus (“gift”) + facio (“to make”).

Related words

municipal municipality munificent remunerate remuneration
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