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Definition of townful in English:

townful

Pronunciation /ˈtaʊnfʊl/

noun

  • As much or as many as would fill a town. Frequently in hyperbolical use. Chiefly with of.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Joseph Glanvill (1636–1680), Church of England clergyman. From town + -ful.