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Festinate Definition & Meaning

festinate
verb
  1. act or move at high speed; "We have to rush!"; "hurry--it's late!"

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Frequently asked questions

What does festinate mean?
act or move at high speed; "We have to rush!"; "hurry--it's late!"
What part of speech is festinate?
Festinate is a verb.

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