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quickening

verb

Definitions

  1. present participle and gerund of quicken

  2. An increase of speed.

  3. The action of bringing someone or something to life.

  4. ›+ 2 more definitions

    1. The first noticeable movements of a foetus during pregnancy, or the period when this…

      The first noticeable movements of a foetus during pregnancy, or the period when this occurs.

    2. Stimulation, excitement (of a feeling, emotion etc.).

      • It may indeed be said that these days brought on a high quickening of Maisie's direct perceptions, of her sense of freedom to make out things for herself.

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