exoration

English

Etymology

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Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -eɪʃən

Noun

exoration (countable and uncountable, plural exorations)

1. entreaty
   • 1858, The Train, volume 5, page 331:

     At first, the maid used to give him a thick slice of bread and butter, but it was found that he only devoured this on the door-step, and went to repeat his exorations next door.