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lar·gess also lar·gesse (lär-zhĕs', -jĕs', lär'jĕs')
n.
    1. Liberality in bestowing gifts, especially in a lofty or condescending manner.
    2. Money or gifts bestowed.
  2. Generosity of spirit or attitude.

[Middle English largesse, from Old French, from large, generous, from Latin largus.]


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