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élan
é·lan [ ay ln, ay lN ] or e·lan [ ay ln, ay lN ]


noun 
Definition:
 
vigor and enthusiasm: vigor and enthusiasm, often combined with self-confidence and style
[Mid-19th century. < French,< élancer "dart, throw" < lance (see lance)]
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