jocund
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Jocund was the balmy air with laughter, whistle, and song.
From Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2 by Wilson, John
Jocund songs The bard sang next: how Thor had roamed disguised Through J�tunheim, and found the giant-brood Feasting; and how their king gave challenge thus: 'Sir, since you deign us visit, show us feats!
From Legends of the Saxon Saints by De Vere, Aubrey
The night is passing away; the dusky shades are fleeing and even now "Jocund day stands tiptoe On the misty mountain top."
From Masterpieces of Negro Eloquence The Best Speeches Delivered by the Negro from the days of Slavery to the Present Time by Dunbar-Nelson, Alice Moore
The Jocunds are an old Norminster family, and we knew a Dr. Jocund in India.
From The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax by Lee, Holme, [pseud.]
"I will answer for it that everything fits," said Miss Jocund, recovering herself with more effort.
From The Vicissitudes of Bessie Fairfax by Lee, Holme, [pseud.]
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