'Prelibation' definitions:

Definition of 'Prelibation'

From: GCIDE
  • Prelibation \Pre`li*ba"tion\, n. [L. praelibatio, fr. praelibare to taste beforehand: cf. F. prelibation.]
  • 1. A tasting beforehand, or by anticipation; a foretaste; as, a prelibation of heavenly bliss. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. A pouring out, or libation, before tasting. [1913 Webster]