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luxuriate

lux·u·ri·ate [ lug ree àyt, luk shree àyt ] (past and past participle lux·u·ri·at·ed, present participle lux·u·ri·at·ing, 3rd person present singular lux·u·ri·ates)


intransitive verb 
Definition:
 
1. derive great enjoyment: to enjoy something in a self-indulgent way, taking great pleasure from the luxury and comfort that it offers

2. grow vigorously: to grow vigorously and successfully

[Early 17th century. < Latin luxuriat-, past participle of luxuriare< luxuria (see luxury)]
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