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July 9, 2024

Word of the Day – Chockablock

Chockablock (adj) chok-a-blok extremely crowded or full. First recorded in 1790–1800. Formed from chock, “wedge”…

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July 8, 2024

Word of the Day – Dovetail

Dovetail (verb) duv-tayl To join or fit together compactly or harmoniously. First recorded in 1555–65.…

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July 7, 2024

Word of the Day – Heliolatry

Heliolatry (noun) hel-ee-oh-lat-ree The religion of sunworship. / (ironically) those who like to sunbathe. First…

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July 6, 2024

Word of the Day – Anoint

Anoint (verb) an-oynt to rub or sprinkle on; apply an unguent, ointment, or oily liquid…

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July 5, 2024

Word of the Day – Landslide

Landslide (noun) land-sliyd (2) An election or vote in which a particular victorious candidate or…

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July 4, 2024

Word of the Day – Feinschmecker

Feinschmecker (noun) fiyn-shmek-er A person who appreciates good food First recorded in 1895–1900; from German…

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July 3, 2024

Word of the Day – Gorp

Gorp (noun) gawrp Trail mix. A mixture of nuts, raisins, dried fruits, seeds, or the…

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July 2, 2024

Word of the Day – Fubsy

Fubsy (adj) fub-zee (Br/En) short and stout. 1770–80; obsolete fubs, fub chubby person -sy (more…)

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July 1, 2024

Word of the Day – Primp

Primp (verb) primp To dress or adorn with care. First recorded in 1795–1805; akin to…

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June 30, 2024

Word of the Day – Foudroyant

Foudroyant (adj) foo-droi-unt Sudden and overwhelming in effect; stunning; dazzling. First recorded in English between…

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