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esprit
n. sprightliness, wit.
Phrases and idioms:
esprit de corps a feeling of devotion to and pride in the group one belongs to. esprit de l'escalier an apt retort or clever remark that comes to mind after the chance to make it is gone.
Etymology: F f. L spiritus SPIRIT (+ corps body, escalier stairs)

Useful english dictionary. 2012.