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hwyl

British

/ ˈhuːɪl /

noun

emotional fervour, as in the recitation of poetry

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Etymology

Origin of hwyl

C19: Welsh

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No doubt his Welsh background, his hwyl and his English choral training contributed to his musicality, but he certainly brought innate gifts to it, and his public personality was striking.

From The Guardian ● Mar. 29, 2011

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