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animal spirits
noun plural
Definition of ANIMAL SPIRITS
1
sometimes animal spirit obsolete : the nervous energy that is the source of physical sensation and movement
2
: vivacity arising from physical health and energy
3
: a willingness to take especially economic risks
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First Known Use of ANIMAL SPIRITS
1543
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