What does "sentiment" here mean?
What does "sentiment" here mean?
The following is from Charlotte's Web by E.B.White, a talk between a pig, Wilbur, and a spider Charlotte.
Thank you in advance!
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"Well," said Wilbur. "I'm no good at making speeches. I haven't got your gift for words. But you have saved me, Charlotte, and I would gladly give my life for you - I really would."

"I'm sure you would. And I thank you for your generous sentiments."

Question

What does "sentiment" here mean?
What does "sentiment" here mean?
The following is from Charlotte's Web by E.B.White, a talk between a pig, Wilbur, and a spider Charlotte.
Thank you in advance!
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"Well," said Wilbur.  "I'm no good at making speeches.  I haven't got your gift for words.  But you have saved me, Charlotte, and I would gladly give my life for you - I really would."
 
"I'm sure you would.  And I thank you for your generous sentiments."

Answer

"Sentiments" here means his gracious feelings or emotions towards her. His generous feelings, or words.

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