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A daily word, its definition, and an example of its usage.

October 7, 2013, 11:02 am


Word of the Day | doff


doff [däf, 'dóf]
verb

: remove (a hat)

October 6, 2013, 12:03 am


Word of the Day | concentric


concentric [,kǝn-sen-trik]
adjective

: having a common center

October 5, 2013, 12:03 am


Word of the Day | altruistic


altruistic [,al-trü-'is-tik]
adjective

showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others

August 29, 2013, 12:03 am


Word of the Day | mishap


mishap ['mis-,hap]
noun

1. an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate
2. an instance of misfortune

August 28, 2013, 12:03 am


Word of the Day | dour


dour ['dur, 'dau(ǝ)r]
adjective

1. showing a brooding ill humor
2. stubbornly unyielding
3. harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance

August 27, 2013, 10:03 am


Word of the Day | deposition


befuddle [bi-'fǝ-dǝl]
verb

be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly

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