■ noun
1》 practical contact with and observation of facts or events.
2》 knowledge or skill gained over time.
3》 an event or activity which leaves a lasting impression.
■ verb encounter (an event or situation).
↘feel (an emotion).
Derivatives
~able adjective
~r noun
Origin
ME: via OFr. from L. experientia , from experiri 'try'; cf. experiment and expert .