The action of comfort, v., in various senses: Consolation; †strengthening, †encouragement, etc.
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| 释义 | the world > action or operation > easiness > aid, help, or assistance > support > support or encouragement > [noun] > supporting or encouraging (19) comfortingc1320 The action of comfort, v., in various senses: Consolation; †strengthening, †encouragement, etc. couraging?1542 encouraging1578 The action of encourage, v. patronaging1597 upbolstering1610 countenancing1628 The action of countenance, v. rooting1888 colloquial (originally and chiefly U.S. Sport). The action of cheering, encouraging, or otherwise supporting a person or group. Cf. root, v.2 4. hand-holding1967 figurative. The provision of close support, reassurance, or guidance, esp. through a learning process or period of change. Subcategories:— specifically a cause, principle, etc. (8) — taking someone's part (3) |
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