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rem·i·nis·cent
I. \| ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷|nisənt\ adjective
Etymology: Latin reminiscent-, reminiscens, present participle of reminisci to recall to mind, remember, from re- + -minisci (from the root of ment-, mens mind) — more at mind
1. : of the character of or relating to reminiscence; also : having or marked by reminiscence of something previously known or experienced
< some other state of existence of which we have been previously conscious and are now reminiscent — William Hamilton †1856 >
2. : given to or indulging in reminiscences : characterized by reminiscing : abounding in reminiscences
< reminiscent old men >
< a reminiscent mood >
< a reminiscent essay >
3. : that reminds one of something previously seen or known : suggestive
< dignity and elegance reminiscent of powdered ladies and gentlemen of the eighteenth century — American Guide Series: New Hampshire >
II. noun
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: a relater of reminiscences |