revirescence

English

Etymology

From Latin revirescens, present participle of revirescere (“to grow green again”).

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ɹi.vaɪˈɹɛ.səns/, /ɹi.vəˈɹɛ.səns/

Noun

revirescence (uncountable)

1. A growing green or fresh again
2. renewal of youth or vigour.

   Synonym: rejuvenation

Related terms

• revirescent

References

• “revirescence”, in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, Springfield, Mass.: G. & C. Merriam, 1913, →OCLC.