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cordial

cor·dial [ káwrjəl ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. hospitably warm: friendly and affectionate

2. deeply felt: sincere or profound ( literary )
has a cordial dislike for dogs

3. refreshing: stimulating or invigorating ( literary )



noun  (plural cor·dials)
Definition:
 
1. beverages 
Same as  liqueur


2. tonic: a stimulating or medicinal drink

[14th century. < medieval Latin cordialis "of the heart" < Latin cord- "heart"]

cor·dial·ly adverb
cor·dial·ness noun
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