by geeqdm | Mar 31, 2022 | Uncategorized, Word of The Day
Hoecake /jēbəNG/ noun Definition: Hoecakes are flatbread pancakes that are typically made with a mixture of cornmeal, water and salt. Etymology: This food item actually obtained its name because of how it was cooked, which was on the flat of a hoe over an open...
by geeqdm | Mar 29, 2022 | Uncategorized, Word of The Day
Geebung /jēbəNG/ noun Definition: The word of the day today is one that is not heard of or used very often unless you’re familiar with various plants or the ins and outs of gardening. Geebung is an Australian shrub or small tree that grows creamy yellow...
by geeqdm | Mar 27, 2022 | Uncategorized, Word of The Day
Finifugal /fan· ee ·fyoo ·gal/ adj. Definition: The word finifugal is an adjective that describes a person who prolongs or tries to put off emotional endings. Examples of finifugal endings include break-ups in marriages and long-term relationships, career changes...
by geeqdm | Mar 25, 2022 | Uncategorized, Word of The Day
Pronk /prôNGk/ verb Definition: If you’ve ever seen a deer or antelope hop quickly and gracefully away in fear, you’ve just witnessed pronking. Pronk is an adjective with a dual meaning in English, Dutch, and Afrikaans. We use the word pronk to describe...
by geeqdm | Mar 23, 2022 | Uncategorized, Word of The Day
Whimsy /(h)wimzē/ / noun Definition: In the English language, we use the word whimsy as a noun that describes people or objects as fanciful or odd. Whimsy is an affectionate term used to represent eccentric and unusual characteristics. It can also represent a...
by geeqdm | Mar 22, 2022 | Uncategorized, Word of The Day
Conjubilant /con·jubilant / adj. Definition: Conjubilant is an adjective we use to recount tales of people gathered together to rejoice and shout with happiness on joyous occasions. We use the word in the English language to tell of joyful people gathering in groups...
