condescendence
[kon-duh-sen-duh ns]
noun
Scot. a list or specification of particulars.
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Origin of condescendence
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Historical Examples of condescendence
Howsever, its no worth my condescendence to lose my temper wi the like o her.
The EntailJohn Galt
"Revise the condescendence there, Drumwhussle," replied the laird.
Well, fortune is apt to circumduce the term upon us; but I think she may allow you to revise your condescendence.
Chronicles of the CanongateSir Walter Scott
"Revise that part o' the condescendence, Mrs Drumwhussle," said the laird, in allusion to the said insinuation.
Sae we'll just revise the condescendence, an' tak better care for time to come.
condescendence
noun
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