n. | 1. | The gratification of the senses or of the mind; agreeable sensations or emotions; the excitement, relish, or happiness produced by the expectation or the enjoyment of something good, delightful, or satisfying; - opposed to pain, sorrow, etc. |
| 2. | Amusement; sport; diversion; self-indulgence; frivolous or dissipating enjoyment; hence, sensual gratification; - opposed to labor, service, duty, self-denial, etc. |
| 3. | What the will dictates or prefers as gratifying or satisfying; hence, will; choice; wish; purpose. |
| 4. | That which pleases; a favor; a gratification. |
v. t. | 1. | To give or afford pleasure to; to please; to gratify. |
v. i. | 1. | To take pleasure; to seek pursue pleasure; as, to go pleasuring. |