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June 17, 2021

Word of the Day – Braata

Braata (noun) (West Indian) braa-ta A small amount added to a purchase in a market…

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June 16, 2021

Word of the Day – Primicery

Primicery (noun) prim-is-er-ee In early use: †the first candle-bearer or chief office-holder below a bishop;…

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June 15, 2021

Word of the Day – Melodeon

Melodeon (noun) mel-o-dee-on A small accordion of German origin, played especially by folk musicians. (more…)

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June 14, 2021

Word of the Day – Feebate

Feebate (noun) fee-bayt A system of charges and rebates whereby energy-efficient or environmentally friendly practices…

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June 13, 2021

Word of the Day – Kimet

Kimet (adj) (Dialectal Welsh) ki-met Foolish, stupid; mentally confused or disordered. ate Middle English. Origin…

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June 12, 2021

Word of the Day – Lawks

Lawks (exclamation) lor-ks (dated) (especially among cockneys) expressing surprise, awe, or consternation. Mid 18th century…

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June 11, 2021

Word of the Day – Coarsen

Coarsen (verb) kor-sen Make or become rough. (more…)

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June 10, 2021

Word of the Day – Heliocentric

Heliocentric (adj) hee-lee-o-sen-trik Having or representing the sun as the centre, as in the accepted…

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June 9, 2021

Word of the Day – Cabochon

Cabochon (noun) ka-bo-shon A gem that has been polished but not faceted. Mid 16th century…

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June 8, 2021

Word of the Day – Bewdy

Bewdy (noun) (Aus/Eng) bew-dee (informal) An excellent or outstanding example of something. Representing a pronunciation…

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