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1. (n.) consolation
the act of consoling; solace.
2. consolation
the state of being consoled.
3. consolation
someone or something that consoles.
4. consolation
a contest for tournament entrants eliminated before the final round.
Etymology: (1325–75; ME (< AF) < L)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) consolation, solace, solacement
the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment
"second place was no consolation to him"
2. (noun) consolation, comfort, solace
the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction
"his presence was a consolation to her"
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1. (noun) consolation
sth that makes you feel better about a bad situation
My only consolation was that I had done my best.
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) consolation
the act of consoling; the state of being consoled; allevation of misery or distress of mind; refreshment of spirit; comfort; that which consoles or comforts the spirit
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