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FACETE
Etymology
Adjective
facete (comparative more facete, superlative most facete)
(archaic) Facetious.
Source: Wiktionary
Fa*cete", a. Etym: [L. facetus elegant, fine, facetious; akin to facies. See Face, and cf. Facetious.]
Definition: Facetious; witty; humorous. [Archaic] "A facete discourse." Jer. Taylor. "How to interpose" with a small, smart remark, sentiment facete, or unctuous anecdote. Prof. Wilson.
– Fa*cete"ly, adv.
– Fa*cete"ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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