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† propeˈration Obs.
[ad. L. properātiōn-em, n. of action f. proper-āre: see prec.]
The action of hastening (trans. and intr.).
1628Feltham Resolves ii. [i.] xxxi. 99 Often handling of the withering Flowre..is a properation of more swift decay. 1633T. Adams Exp. 2 Peter i. 14 Death's properation prevents their preparation. |
