succorance

[ suhk-er-uhns ]

noun
  1. the act of seeking out affectionate care and social support.

Origin of succorance

1
First recorded in 1935–40; succor + -ance

Other words from succorance

  • suc·cor·ant, adjective

Words Nearby succorance

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