Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Luxury (luxuries)
luxury (luxuries), [OFr < L. luxuria, abundance, sumptuous enjoyment.]
- Prosperity; providence; entitlement; extravagance; indulgence; [fig.] oasis; resort; safe harbor; comfortable haven; shelter from the storm.
- Privilege; option; possibility; opportunity; prerogative.
- Extraneous feature; non-essential item; extra possibility; unnecessary but desirable detail.
- Plenty; bounty; amplitude; banquet; copious feast; [fig.] treasure; prize; wealth; riches.
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