rumination

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
  2. noun (of ruminants) chewing (the cud)
  3. noun regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feeding

Etymology

From Latin rūminātio (“chewing the cud”); see ruminate.

In classic literature

Synonyms

contemplation, reflection, reflexion, musing, thoughtfulness

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