frequentation

American  

[free-kwuhn-tey-shuhn] / ˌfri kwənˈteɪ ʃən /

noun

1. the practice of frequenting; habit of visiting often.

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Etymology

Origin of frequentation

1400–50; late Middle English < Middle French fréquentation < Latin frequentātiōn- (stem of frequentātiō ). See frequent, -ation

Example Sentences

In this city is great frequentation of merchandise, as in a most famous mart.

From First Footsteps in East Africa by Burton, Richard Francis, Sir

Indeed the frequentation and proper reception of the Sacraments themselves largely depend upon it.

From The Young Priest's Keepsake by Phelan, Michael

Undine, in the ensuing days, was no less often with Madame Adelschein, and Ralph suspected a challenge in her open frequentation of the lady.

From The Custom of the Country by Wharton, Edith

There is a close connection, as I said, between the frequentation of a district by anglers and the excellence of its hotels.

From Literary Tours in The Highlands and Islands of Scotland by Holmes, Daniel Turner

Every item in the administration, frequentation, and increase of the library should be separately treated, but each should be condensed into the smallest compass consistent with clear statement.

From A Book for All Readers An Aid to the Collection, Use, and Preservation of Books and the Formation of Public and Private Libraries by Spofford, Ainsworth Rand