[американский вариант английского языка]; смотри значение ardour
noun Etymology: Middle English ardour, from Anglo-French and Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin ardor burning, heat, ardor, from aridus dry — more at arid 1. a. an often restless or transitory warmth of feeling Example: the sudden ardors of youth b. extreme vigor or energy; intensity c. zeal d. loyalty 2. sexual excitement Synonyms: see passion