n. [ F. réminiscence, L. reminiscentia. ]
The other part of memory, called reminiscence, which is the retrieving of a thing at present forgot, or but confusedly remembered. South. [ 1913 Webster ]
I forgive your want of reminiscence, since it is long since I saw you. Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. Reminiscence. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ L. reminiscens, -entis, p. pr. of reminisci to recall to mind, to recollect; pref. re- re + a word akin to mens mind, memini I remember. See Mind. ] Recalling to mind, or capable of recalling to mind; having remembrance; reminding one of something. [ 1913 Webster ]
Some other of existence of which we have been previously conscious, and are now reminiscent. Sir W. Hamilton. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who is addicted to indulging, narrating, or recording reminiscences. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Of or pertaining to reminiscence, or remembrance. Sir T. Browne. [ 1913 Webster ]