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foiling

Pronunciation:  f'oyling

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 Definition: [n]  an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts
 
 Synonyms: frustration, thwarting
 
 See Also: hindrance, interference

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Foil"ing\, n. (Arch.)
    A foil. --Simmonds.
    
    
  2. \Foil"ing\, n. [Cf. F. foul['e]es. See 1st {Foil}.]
    (Hunting)
    The track of game (as deer) in the grass.
    
    
 

 

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