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Something which has a reviving, restorative, or invigorating effect. Later also colloquial: a stimulating drink, esp. an alcoholic one.
Scottish. Apparently: a reviver, a restorer. Cf. respire, v. 6. Obsolete. rare.
A means of acquiring, developing, or renewing something. Obsolete.