Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for AF'FLU-ENCE
AF'FLU-ENCE, n. [L. affluentia, of ad and fluo, to flow. See Flow.]
- Literally, a flowing to, or concourse. In this sense it rarely used. It is sometimes written affluency.
- Figuratively, abundance of riches; great plenty of worldly goods; wealth. – Rogers.
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