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May 7, 2017

Word of the Day – Famulus

Famulus (noun) (historic) fam-oo-lus An assistant or servant, especially one working for a magician or…

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May 6, 2017

Word of the Day – Nithing

Nithing (noun) (archaic) (historic) nith-ing A coward, a villain; a person who breaks the law…

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May 5, 2017

Word of the Day – Indicia

Indicia (plural noun) in-dish-ee-a Signs, indications, or distinguishing marks. From Latin, early 17th century indicium,…

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May 4, 2017

Word of the Day – Raconteur

Raconteur (noun) rak-on-tur A person who tells anecdotes and stories in a skilful and amusing…

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May 3, 2017

Word of the Day – Cabotage

Cabotage (noun) kab-oh-taj The right to operate sea, air, or other transport services within a…

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May 2, 2017

Word of the Day – Mugwump

Mugwump (noun) mug-wump A person who remains aloof or independent, especially from party politics. Chiefly…

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May 1, 2017

Word of the Day – Tarantism

Tarantism (noun) taran-tiz-m A psychological illness characterized by an extreme impulse to dance, prevalent in…

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April 30, 2017

Word of the Day – Bawbee

Bawbee (noun) (Scottish) baw-bee A coin of low value. Origins, mid 16C after laird of…

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April 29, 2017

Word of the Day – Fabulist

Fabulist (noun) Fab-yu-list One who writes fables. A liar, one who invents outlandish tales. Origins,…

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April 28, 2017

Word of the Day – Nacket

Nacket (noun) nak-it A small, cheeky or artful boy. British English, used mostly in Celtic…

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