prelibation Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pre`li*ba"tion noun

Etymology

L. praelibatio, fr. praelibare to taste beforehand: cf. F. prelibation.

Definitions

1. A. tasting beforehand, or by anticipation; a foretaste; as, a prelibation of heavenly bliss.
2. A pouring out, or libation, before tasting.