Defidation
/ˌdɛfɪˈdeɪʃən/noun
A rare term referring to the act of making something less firm or strong.
Did you know?The term "defidation" derives from the Latin 'defidere', meaning 'to lose confidence,' hinting at a deeper connection between belief and physical strength.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
defidere
“to lose confidence, to trust less”
14th Century
Old French
defidation
“the act of losing firmness or strength”
Modern English
English
defidation
“a rare term denoting a weakening or softening process”
Modern English
English
defidation
“a rare term denoting a weakening or softening process”