Plural of coruscation; instances of sudden, brilliant flashing or sparkling light; moments of brilliant wit or intellectual display.
From Latin coruscatio, the noun form of coruscare. The term can refer literally to flashes of light or metaphorically to brilliant displays of intelligence or talent.
Coruscations became a favorite word for Romantic and Victorian poets describing fireflies, lightning, or a beautiful person's smile—it made ordinary sparkles sound absolutely magnificent.
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