deliquium

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Definition of deliquium in English English dictionary

An abrupt loss of consciousness usually caused by an insufficient blood flow to the brain; fainting

If he be locked in a close room, he is afraid of being stifled for want of air, and still carries biscuit, aquavitæ, or some strong waters about him, for fear of deliquiums, or being sick .

an abrupt absence of sunlight, e.g. caused by an eclipse

a languid, maudlin mood

liquefaction through absorption of moisture from the air

{n} a distillation by fire, a swooning

A sinking away; a swooning

A melting or maudlin mood

A melting or dissolution in the air, or in a moist place; a liquid condition; as, a salt falls into a deliquium

Etymology

() From Latin delinquere (“to lack, to fail”)