Definition for Quicken (-ed, -ing)

quicken (-ed, -ing), v. [see quick, adj.] (webplay: cattle, heart, lightning, living, swift, time, trees).

  1. Enliven; imbue with life; intoxicate; invigorate; make animated.
  2. Grow; mature; develop.
  3. Hurry; speed up; begin to move more rapidly.

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