sweet dew; divine favor
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
sweet dew; divine nectar
literaryA classical literary term often used metaphorically to signify a blessing, divine favor, or something precious and life-giving.
In legend, sweet dew is a sacred water that descends from heaven.
Glistening sweet dew hangs on the grass blades in the early morning.
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His teachings were like sweet dew, moistening the field of my heart.
This timely rain was no different from sweet dew descending from heaven for the farmers.
Definition
favor; blessing; kindness
literaryUsed metaphorically to describe a great kindness, favor, or beneficial influence from a superior, ruler, or teacher.
Thank you for your guidance; for me, it is like encountering sweet dew after a long drought.
The benevolent policies implemented by the monarch were called a 'rule of sweet dew' by the people.