Pronunciations (4)
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/ˈkwɪkənə/
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/ˈkwɪkənɚ/
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ˈkwɪkənə
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- GB
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ˈkwɪkənɚ
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- US
Noun
One who, or that which, quickens, hastens, or speeds up an object or action.
That which gives life, animates, or nourishes.
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Where, through the deep, rich soil enwound, The waters of Dirce flow? Nourisher she of man and mead, Quencher of thirst and quickener of seed;
Noun
an agent that gives or restores life or vigor
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the soul is the quickener of the body