foison

noun foi·son \ˈfȯi-z^ən\

Definition of FOISON

archaic : rich harvest

chiefly Scottish : physical energy or strength

plural obsolete : resources

Middle English foisoun, from Anglo-French fuisun, foison, from Latin fusion-, fusio outpouring — more at fusion

First Known Use: 14th century

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