Word of the Day : September 16, 2024 Nebula noun NEB-yuh-luh What It Means A nebula is a large cloud of interstellar gas or dust. In nontechnical use, the word nebula also refers to a galaxy other than the Milky Way. // We were eventually able to see the nebula through the telescope. See the entry > NEBULA In Context … Continue reading Word of the Day – Nebula
Word of the Day – Fraternize
Word of the Day : September 12, 2024 Fraternize verb FRAT-er-nyze What It Means To fraternize with someone is to be friendly with them or to spend time with them in a friendly way. Fraternize is often, though not always, used in situations where such friendly behavior is considered wrong or improper, as in “fraternizing with the enemy.” … Continue reading Word of the Day – Fraternize
Word of the Day – Callow
Word of the Day : September 13, 2024 Callow adjective KAL-oh What It Means Callow is a synonym of immature used to describe someone, especially a young person, who does not have much experience and does not know how to behave like an adult. Like the word immature, callow is often used disapprovingly. // The novel’s plot involves a callow youth who eventually learns … Continue reading Word of the Day – Callow
Word of the Day – Chockablock
Word of the Day : September 11, 2024 Chockablock adjective CHAH-kuh-blahk What It Means Something described as chockablock is very full or tightly packed. // Their mantel is chockablock with knickknacks collected from their travels to all fifty states. See the entry > CHOCKABLOCK In Context "The official Taylor Swift online store is chockablock with earrings, hoodies, vinyl and other … Continue reading Word of the Day – Chockablock
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