First Known Use: circa 1952
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kvell
verb \ˈkvel\
Definition of KVELL
intransitive verb
: to be extraordinarily proud : rejoice
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Origin of KVELL
Yiddish kveln to be delighted, from Middle High German quellen to well, gush, swell
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