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How is delight a noun?

"Delight" is a noun because it names a feeling or state of great pleasure or happiness.

Here are some examples:

* The children's delight at seeing the circus was obvious. (Here, "delight" refers to the feeling of happiness they experienced)

* She took great delight in her new garden. (Here, "delight" refers to the state of pleasure she felt)

* The restaurant was a delight for the senses. (Here, "delight" refers to a general experience of pleasure)

While "delight" can also function as a verb (meaning "to give great pleasure to") it's more commonly used as a noun.

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