traunce

Middle English

/ˈtrans(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • A trance or faint dazed or semi-conscious state
  • An inability to perceive outside events, especially when overwhelmed mentally or emotionally.
  • An experience of overwhelming joy, pleasure or happiness.
  • (rare) Severe or extreme risk.

Etymology

Borrowed from traunce.

Origin

traunce

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