Cri de coeur

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Origin

French, literally, cry from the heart

  • Date: 1904
  • Pronunciation: \ˌkrē-də-ˈkər\
  • Function: noun
  • Inflected Form(s): plural cris de coeur \same\

Definition

Quote

The unspeakable desire deep within you beyond the reach of your conscious mind is the consciousness of God dwelling within you. This desire you discern in your heart is his desire for you. - Tomas