† inˈcention Obs. rare—0.
In 7 -sion.
[ad. L. incentiōn-em, n. of action f. incinĕre to sing to, blow on an instrument, f. in- (in-2) + canĕre to sing.]
(See quot.)
| 1656 Blount Glossogr., Incension (ab incino), melody of Instruments, or of men singing together. |