n. [ AS. glædscipe. ] A state of gladness. [ Obs. ] Gower. [ 1913 Webster ]
a.
Of opening heaven they sung, and gladsome day. Prior.
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Hours of perfect gladsomeness. Wordsworth. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. The state of experiencing joy and pleasure.
n. [ Named after Wm. E. Gladstone. ] A four-wheeled pleasure carriage with two inside seats, calash top, and seats for driver and footman. [ 1913 Webster ]