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Post by neesy on Nov 17, 2022 19:09:48 GMT
aegrotat
noun [ee-groh-tat, ee-groh-tat ]
an unclassified degree granted a university student who has fulfilled all requirements for graduation but was prevented by illness from attending the final examinations.
That's a new one - apparently in some schools it can also be granted due to the death of an immediate family member
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Post by wolf on Nov 18, 2022 23:30:20 GMT
"Rook"
Definition from Webster :
1 of 4....
noun (1) : a common Old World gregarious crow (Corvus frugilegus) that nests and roosts in usually treetop colonies
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Post by wolf on Nov 20, 2022 21:10:46 GMT
This is a good word that I like...
disparate (adjective)
dis·pa·rate ˈdi-sp(ə-)rət di-ˈsper-ət, -ˈspa-rət
1 : markedly distinct in quality or character
2 : containing or made up of fundamentally different and often incongruous elements
disparately adverb
disparateness noun
Synonyms :
different
dissimilar
distant
distinct
distinctive
distinguishable
diverse
nonidentical
other
unalike
unlike
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Post by drawntokatet on Nov 22, 2022 13:30:58 GMT
malic
adjective [mal-ik, mey-lik ]
pertaining to or derived from apples.
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Post by drawntokatet on Nov 22, 2022 13:32:19 GMT
swizzle
verb (used with object) [swiz-uhl ]
a tall drink, originating in Barbados, composed of full-flavored West Indian rum, lime juice, crushed ice, and sugar: typically served with a swizzle stick.
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Post by neesy on Nov 23, 2022 16:39:12 GMT
malic
adjective [mal-ik, mey-lik ]
pertaining to or derived from apples.
Makes me want to eat more apples!
Malic Acid: Uses, Health Benefits And Side Effects
Malic acid is a natural element of fruit acids, called alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), found in fruits and some vegetables. The word malic acid is derived from the Latin word malum, which means apple. It was first isolated from apple juice in 1785, which renders some foods and drinks a tart taste. Malic acid is also a key ingredient in churning wine, that gives wine a slightly acidic taste.
The body also secretes malic acid naturally, while converting carbohydrates into energy. It produces chemical energy that is mainly required for regulating energy production, easing bodily discomfort, detoxification and oral hygiene. Malic acid is now a common ingredient in skin and hair care products like body lotion, shampoos and acne and anti-ageing essentials. Alpha hydroxy acids stimulate the exfoliation of skin cells by interfering with cells bond. Thus, it regenerates new skin cells and fades away dull-looking skin. Skincare essentials containing malic acids supports to enhance skin hydration, remove dead skin cells, improve skin tone and lessen wrinkles.
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Post by drawntokatet on Dec 1, 2022 13:17:47 GMT
xeriscaping
noun [zeer-i-skey-ping ]
environmental design of residential and park land using various methods for minimizing the need for water use.
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Post by Dizzy on Dec 2, 2022 1:46:03 GMT
swizzle
verb (used with object) [swiz-uhl ]
a tall drink, originating in Barbados, composed of full-flavored West Indian rum, lime juice, crushed ice, and sugar: typically served with a swizzle stick.
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Post by wolf on Dec 2, 2022 21:49:40 GMT
xeriscaping
noun [zeer-i-skey-ping ]
environmental design of residential and park land using various methods for minimizing the need for water use.
 California...Today this reminded me of some of these 'crazy neighbor vids'
there's plethora galore of this youtuber's 'experiences'😂....
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Post by osnafrank on Mar 25, 2023 16:52:20 GMT
"Latibulate"
To hide in a corner in an attempt to escape reality.
"Every Monday Morning at work, around 8 am,
i latibulate and start crying"
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Post by spideyman on Mar 25, 2023 17:16:02 GMT
Alula
Article
The alula /ˈæljʊlə/, or bastard wing, (plural alulae) is a small projection on the anterior edge of the wing of modern birds and a few non-avian dinosaurs. The word is Latin and means "winglet"; it is the diminutive of ala, meaning "wing". The alula is the freely moving first digit, a bird's "thumb", and typically bears three to five small flight feathers, with the exact number depending on the species. There also are minor covert feathers overlying the flight feathers. Like the larger flight feathers found on the wing's trailing edge, these alula feathers are asymmetrical, with the shaft running closer to anterior edge.
Function
A large bird landing on its nest
Adult bald eagle landing, showing the alula in action
In most situations, the alula is held flush against the wing; however, it can be manipulated. When flying at slow speeds or landing, the bird moves its alula slightly upwards and forward, which creates a small slot on the wing's leading edge. This functions in the same way as the slats on the wing of an aircraft, allowing the wing to achieve a higher than normal angle of attack – and thus lift – without resulting in a stall.[1] The tip of the alula forms a tiny vortex, acting similar to a vortex generator, that forces the airflow over the wing to better bind to it.[2] During stretching of the wing down toward the ground, the alula is abducted from the wing and can be clearly viewed.
side note: the word is often used in correspondence as a "thumbs up" greeting.
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Post by wolf on Mar 25, 2023 17:31:12 GMT
"Latibulate"
To hide in a corner in an attempt to escape reality.
"Every Monday Morning at work, around 8 am,
i latibulate and start crying" What am I going to do with you?🤨 It’s SATURDAY. You’re not supposed to be thinking about MONDAY.   Great word Frank! I’ve never heard that one before  ….no no no….don’t you write that dirty limerick you badbadbadwolf  Don’t you do it! |
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Post by wolf on Mar 25, 2023 17:33:40 GMT
Alula Article The alula /ˈæljʊlə/, or bastard wing, (plural alulae) is a small projection on the anterior edge of the wing of modern birds and a few non-avian dinosaurs. The word is Latin and means "winglet"; it is the diminutive of ala, meaning "wing". The alula is the freely moving first digit, a bird's "thumb", and typically bears three to five small flight feathers, with the exact number depending on the species. There also are minor covert feathers overlying the flight feathers. Like the larger flight feathers found on the wing's trailing edge, these alula feathers are asymmetrical, with the shaft running closer to anterior edge. Function A large bird landing on its nest Adult bald eagle landing, showing the alula in action In most situations, the alula is held flush against the wing; however, it can be manipulated. When flying at slow speeds or landing, the bird moves its alula slightly upwards and forward, which creates a small slot on the wing's leading edge. This functions in the same way as the slats on the wing of an aircraft, allowing the wing to achieve a higher than normal angle of attack – and thus lift – without resulting in a stall.[1] The tip of the alula forms a tiny vortex, acting similar to a vortex generator, that forces the airflow over the wing to better bind to it.[2] During stretching of the wing down toward the ground, the alula is abducted from the wing and can be clearly viewed. side note: the word is often used in correspondence as a "thumbs up" greeting.This is awesome 😄  |
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Post by osnafrank on Mar 25, 2023 17:34:01 GMT
"Latibulate"
To hide in a corner in an attempt to escape reality.
"Every Monday Morning at work, around 8 am,
i latibulate and start crying" What am I going to do with you?🤨 It’s SATURDAY. You’re not supposed to be thinking about MONDAY. Great word Frank! I’ve never heard that one before ….no no no….don’t you write that dirty limerick you badbadbadwolf Don’t you do it!
You're right....prost, wolfie.  |
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Post by wolf on Mar 25, 2023 17:40:11 GMT
What am I going to do with you?🤨 It’s SATURDAY. You’re not supposed to be thinking about MONDAY. Great word Frank! I’ve never heard that one before ….no no no….don’t you write that dirty limerick you badbadbadwolf Don’t you do it!
You're right....prost, wolfie.  😊 Prost, Frank! 😄  |
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Post by wolf on Apr 6, 2023 17:44:00 GMT
Petra
Latin for ‘rock’.
Also is the feminine form of the name ‘Peter’.
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Post by wolf on Apr 23, 2023 21:36:39 GMT
Here’s a new one I came across recently….
Antediluvian
1
: of or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible
2
a
: made, evolved, or developed a long time ago
an antediluvian automobile
that antediluvian relic known as a slide rule
b
: extremely primitive or outmoded
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Post by spideyman on Apr 27, 2023 0:59:19 GMT
Zugunruhe
Zugunruhe is migratory restlessness, the behavioral manifestation of the physiological changes leading up to departure on a migration.
Also referring to the time an eaglet, now a juvenile, will depart the nest area and not return there, instead finding it's own territory.
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Post by neesy on Apr 27, 2023 22:00:43 GMT
Zugunruhe
Zugunruhe is migratory restlessness, the behavioral manifestation of the physiological changes leading up to departure on a migration.
Also referring to the time an eaglet, now a juvenile, will depart the nest area and not return there, instead finding it's own territory. Keeping track of those eagles is improving your vocabulary! Thanks for sharing, Spidey
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Post by wolf on May 9, 2023 21:15:30 GMT
vicissitude
noun
vi·cis·si·tude və-ˈsi-sə-ˌtüd vī-, -ˌtyüd
1
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: the quality or state of being changeable : MUTABILITY
b
: natural change or mutation visible in nature or in human affairs
2
a
: a favorable or unfavorable event or situation that occurs by chance : a fluctuation of state or condition
the vicissitudes of daily life
b
: a difficulty or hardship attendant on a way of life, a career, or a course of action and usually beyond one's control
c
: alternating change : SUCCESSION
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