renitence en · NOUN
Etymology
From Latin renitens, present participle of reniteo. First known use: 1701. Compare French rénitence.
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) The state or quality of being renitent; resistance to physical pressure or constraint
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| renitences | Number=Plur | lexicographic |