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Definitions for katharsis

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  1. catharsis, katharsis, purgation(noun)

    purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

  2. catharsis, katharsis, abreaction(noun)

    (psychoanalysis) purging of emotional tensions

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