noun
- plural of pursiness; the quality or state of being pursy (short of breath, fat, or sluggish)
Usage: archaic or literary; often used to describe physical condition in animals or people
Examples
- The horse's pursinesses made it unsuitable for long rides.
- His pursinesses increased with age and lack of exercise.
- The doctor noted the patient's pursinesses as a sign of poor cardiovascular health.
- Years of indulgence had resulted in various pursinesses that affected his mobility.