Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for MED'LEY
MED'LEYME-DUL'LAR, or MED'UL-LA-RY
MED'LEY, n.
A mixture; a mingled and confused mass of ingredients; used often or commonly with some degree of contempt. This medley of philosophy and war. Addison. Love is a medley of endearments, jars, suspicions, reconcilements, wars – then peace again. Walsh.
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