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June 26, 2020

Word of the Day – Schmick

Schmick (adj) (Aus/En) sh-mik Smart or stylish 1980s, unknown origin (more…)

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June 25, 2020

Word of the Day – Chrestomathy

Chrestomathy (noun) kres-tom-a-thee A selection of passages from an author or authors, designed to help…

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June 24, 2020

Word of the Day – Eryngo

Eryngo (noun) e-rin-go Sea holly, from the genus eryngium. Late 16th century from Italian and…

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June 23, 2020

Word of the Day – Papule

Papule (noun) pap-ool A small pimple or swelling on the skin, often forming part of…

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June 22, 2020

Word of the Day – Bunce

Bunce (noun) (Br/En) bun-s Money or profit gained by someone. Early 18th century of unknown…

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June 21, 2020

Word of the Day – Mitch

Mitch (verb) (Br/Eng) m-ich Play truant from school Late Middle English (in the obsolete sense…

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June 20, 2020

Word of the Day – Plurry

Plurry (adj) (Aus/Eng) plu-ree (informal)Used to express anger, annoyance, or shock, or simply for emphasis.…

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June 19, 2020

Word of the Day – Conquistador

Conquistador (noun) kon-kwis-ta-dor A conqueror, especially one of the Spanish conquerors of Mexico and Peru…

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June 18, 2020

Word of the Day – Copacetic

Copacetic (adj) (US/Eng) kop-a-set-ik In excellent order. Early 20th century of unknown origin. (more…)

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June 17, 2020

Word of the Day – Festoon

Festoon (noun) fes-toon A chain or garland of flowers, leaves, or ribbons, hung in a…

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