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Definition of limen : threshold sense 3a

First Known Use of limen 1895, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for limen Latin limin-, limen transverse beam in a door frame, threshold; probably akin to Latin limus transverse

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More Definitions for limen limen noun li·​men | \ ˈlī-mən \ Medical Definition of limen : threshold appetites and needs…smouldering below the limen of awareness — R. M. Lindner