Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Triumph (-s)
triumph (-s), n. [OFr triumphe.] (webplay: coronation, heads, procession, victory, laurel, vanquish).
- Among ancient Romans, a pompous ceremony performed in honor of a victorious general, originally crowned with laurel.
- State of being victorious.
- Victory, conquest.
- Joy or exultation for success.
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