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All I can add to what has been said, is perhaps some variety. Jocund - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com The above led me(eventually) to, 'A Christmas Carole'. This in turn, led to the discovery of why, Bob Cratchit was called 'Bob' and what 'Bob' meant in that time and place. Then of course, what we all(?) wanted to know and now do. What does, Bob's your uncle and Fanny's you aunt, mean? Bob's your uncle and Fanny's your aunt - What does "Bob's Your Uncle" and "Fanny’s your aunt" mean in British slang? - The Slang Podcast - Learn British English Now - Deezer Too Doo Loo,

Nothing flashy to offer, just adding my 2 cents worth. Farrago Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Well, perhaps I did find a parting chuckle, that might give you a smile to end your Saturday night with?! 9 Weird Words in Moby-Dick | Merriam-Webster Nite Nite,

After I saw Myrs quotes, then all of the comments so far, the first thing that came to mind, was a mental picture of an extended middle finger and it is still there!! So, here are several items I picked for you all. The 1st, because that extended finger is still with me: To find out how to do how to do a triple middle finger, click on the guy in the first pic, to see a demo of how to do it. Middle finger Memes and Images - Imgur The 2nd is about an actual device, you guessed it, called 'The Dactylion'. Just, a bit scary, what some aspiring musicians or their (caring??) parents thought of doing. The Dactylion Device for Aspiring Pianists The 3rd, yet another device! As if 'The Dactylion' one wasn't enough. Strange, I now have an urge to go and watch(yes, I have copy) "Young Frankenstein". The Ochydactyl (The Finger Softener) I hopefully 🤞, have a Jiffy Pop in the pantry,

As my final, no really it's true, my very final comment(s) on our, Word of the Day, "Ebullient". I journeyed to the end(28 pages worth)and much to my surprise found no/nil/none/zilch/zip, nada(zero) porn sites. I leave you with two selections to peruse, if I may? The 1st, is to let you know that the time you invested here, in reading these was time well spent, in my opinion. "Four things to keep an ebullient mindset" - I've Decided – Our mission is your success! The 2nd, that one just never knows, when seeing a/any 'Word of the Day', how timely its' appearance really is. Who knows, we might think back to the word "Ebullient" in the future and quip that it was here and now, it was seen. Is America ready for its first-ever First Gentleman? - New Vision Official May the Force be with you, with us all, live long and prosper sandrewn🖖

Did you know? Someone who is ebullient is bubbling over with enthusiasm, so it shouldn't be much of a surprise that ebullient comes from the Latin verb ebullire, which means "to bubble out." When ebullient was first used in the late 1500s its meaning hewed closely to its Latin source: ebullient meant "boiling" or "bubbling," and described things like boiling water and boiling oil instead of someone's bubbly personality. Only later did the word's meaning broaden beyond describing the liveliness of a boiling liquid to encompass emotional liveliness and enthusiasm. eg: The joyous celebration of one of the 33 miners rescued in Chile. When he reached the surface after 69 days underground, Mario Sepulveda led the ecstatic crowd in a patriotic cheer. He quickly became known as "Super Mario," and many news stories described him as ebullient.

It is a good thing that all three separate stories, are slowly working their way towards one another. Time(hint, hint, nudge, nudge, wink, wink) and perhaps, our authors will connect a certain ex whipping boy, who just happens to have this needed spell, has the echelon required to use it, proof being his own new arm. With an 11,000 year old, (tween?) Garn prince in need of a new foot. Thus, one less favor to owe a trickster deity. Sounds like a plan to me.

I try to add a comment here as often as possible, for variety or to inject some humor. Today, left me in the dust. My H.S. diploma long buried in some never again to be opened trunk(I picture the Lost Ark in the crate, as it is wheeled away, never to be seen again). I won't go into details, nor point fingers, but some of us (myself included) are full of it.

As a rule, I would agree. There are times(yup), when the effort to do that, would itself cause you to loose self control, way before getting to your destination(been there, done that). Did you know: Absquatulate | Word Genius Words Full of Sound and Fury( grandiloquent ! ). Grandiloquent Words - The New York Times

Once again, I googled them all and once again the very last entry was to a porn site. I picked four to offer you. The first/second, an expansion of what drpaladin gave us. The third, something just a little bit different, including a picture of a molt. ecdysis, ecdysiast | Sesquiotica ecdysiast - Good Word Word of the Day alphaDictionary * Free English On-line Dictionary Emmeline Lock: E is for Ecdysiast This last, a blast from the past. November11. 1901, to be exact, thanks to the courtesy of Thomas A. Edison. File:Trapeze Disrobing Act (1901).webm - Wikipedia

I am sure that like everyone else, we all went pretty much through the same sites, looking for something different and/or unusual to say about, the Word of the Day. Multiple dozens & dozens of them, until finally reaching the end, which of course, were all of the porn sites. I picked out 4 that caught my attention. The first two, completely unrelated, with anything mentioned so far. Callipygian Boll – Backyard and Beyond Avery Callipygian Imperial Stout - Paste Magazine The third, something that could, be found in our own lounge here at GA. Callipygian Pygophilia | The Closet Professor Last but not least(my favorite) and a complete surprise. Not a song, but a dance or to be precise, a jig. Enjoy! Press the Audio button, to hear the 'Callipygian Jig'. Callipygian (jig) on The Session

This may come as a shock to some of you, that GA/Myr, is not, I repeat not, the only site to offer a 'Word of the Day'. In fact there is a site, called that and guess what/all that it does? Surprise!! Word of the Day - yclept | Dictionary.com (Listen to its' PODCAST, 2min:12sec., yclept in a nutshell.) To top it off, if you like to read(a given), this site, has it all for you, info with some humor, facts, stories and visuals. Enjoy! yclept | Sesquiotica

Every so often, Myr gives us a 'Word of the Day', like today's. Yare, it just breezes by and is gone out of sight in a flash, or sinks right in front of us, leaving the odd bubble(or two). Two(2) members responded, with a grand total of 46 words. Here is my minuscule bit of input. The first, expanding on their comments. The second, for entertainment and a possible smile? Yare meaning: Agile, quick, responsive, nimble, lively - OneLook What does Yare Yare mean in Japanese?

As much as I was enjoying snooping around for more stuff on, the Word of the Day. After finding a reference to used condoms(that I would rather/will not talk about) the time had come to quit. I found a way to end this on a lighter note, with two; Merrie Melodies shorts. The funnier one, in my opinion, is, Daffy Duck in "Golden Yeggs" from 1950, but is not free(sorry). Golden Yeggs - Wikipedia The second one, Bugs Bunny in "Easter Yeggs" from 1947. It was my first time seeing it, hope you enjoy it as well. Robert McKimson’s “Easter Yeggs” (1947) Starring Bugs Bunny | (scroll down, then click on the cartoon) "That's all Folks!" ,

I am not finished yet, but one site, Merriam-Webster, has an entry on it, as part of an interesting list of 11 obscure word for thieves: 11 Obscure Words for Thieves | Merriam-Webster And the search continues,

Seeing the above, I fear that the family farm, as most of us imagine it in our minds, is just that, a fond, but wistful memory. I was born in a village, but came to Canada(got off the ship in Montreal and never left), when I was three years old and recall almost nothing of my life there. The old reference to the back forty, is now most likely the back 400/4,000 acres. The old Maw and Pa operation, of an age gone bye. For those of you, still interested in the farm thing(best of luck), I came across this, it might give you some new ideas and allow your dream to come true. 27 Most Profitable Small Farm Ideas Good luck, sandrewn

For the majority, who did not noticed it, no surprise. For those, who did note it, but didn't really care, again no great surprise. However for the few that saw it, wondered, then quickly forgot about it, life goes on. Admit it, now you are curious, what is , babbling about, finally lost it, time for a tranquilizer? How about, if I mention that I live in the only province in Canada that has French as its' official language. As the lights all go on, Gotcha! The wording is not a, one for one translatable and it would most likely be genre, not sort, used. mais qu'est-ce que c'est, ce genre de merde (but what is this, this type of shit) Here endeth the lesson, (excuse my four letter word, but in my defense, @Myr used it first)

I have spent the last hour or so, checking any/all references I could find on today's 'Word of the Day'. All of the comments so far, interesting, if not a tad, repetitive. Here then is my contribution (yes, I know, Wiki yet again...) : Witan - Wikipedia To quote what drpalidin said That's All Folks HD - YouTube ,

As Bill W and drpaladin stated, this 'Word of the Day', is old fashioned, archaic and as with all emotions, the authors amongst you have a wide variety of words to use in its place. The following offers you a possible list of 161 synonyms and similar words to choose from(and antonyms): WROTH Synonyms: 161 Similar and Opposite Words | Merriam-Webster Thesaurus In the end, I am reminded of one of the first principles of instruction taught to me, before I stood up in front of my very first class of students/recruits. OMG, that was over fifty years ago!! No bells or whistles, song or dance needed! Just keep it, K.I.S.S. ( Keep It Simple Stupid ).

I saved this one several hours ago and no else has mentioned it yet. Widdershins Definition - in a left-handed or contrary direction; counterclockwise English speakers got widdershins from an old German word meaning "to go against," and by the mid-1500s we were using the word as we use it today – as a synonym for counterclockwise. Clockwise also has a number of synonyms in English, including deasil, sunwise, and sungates. For the first 200 years of the word's life, however, it had another meaning as well – it was used to describe that particular kind of bad hair day when unruly hair stands on end or simply falls the wrong way. But he held her by both her armes, and as he used to say, when he spoke of it, he betooched himself strongly and earnestly to God, though with great amazement, his hair standing Widdershins in his head. — George Sinclair, Satan’s Invisible World Discovered, 1685 I have had quite a few of them and add in being a south paw, it just goes on and on and on.

Two plus hours on this word and I did it yet again, a stupid gesture and poof, all gone. So this is a very short version(read much) of what I had. Not much to add on what has been said, but a lot of interesting reading on anything I found. Including this way out find, a Scottish reel?!?! : ワーペンショウ　、ザ 　 （The Wapenshaw）　：カズのFDDB One item of note, wapenshaw, was possibly a precursor to the formation of the Scottish territorial army. Also found in: Dictionary. A wapenshaw, or wapinshaw, (from the Old English for "weapon show") was originally a gathering and review of troops formerly held in every district in Scotland.[1][2] The object was to satisfy the military chiefs that the arms of their retainers were in good condition[1] and that the men were properly trained in their use. Use of 'Wapenshaw' in Lawn Bowls The term is still in use, to describe some competitions by bowling clubs[3][4] in Scotland. Use of 'Wapenshaw' in Shooting Wapenshaw is also occasionally used, in Scotland and elsewhere in the United Kingdom for rifle or other gun shows, particularly those involving historic weapons.[5][6] The Woodcraft Folk Wapenshaw is also widely used in the Woodcraft Folk to describe a daily ceremony when camping, which involves each camper removing all belongings from their tent and laying them out on a groundsheet in a fixed order. This serves two purposes: to air out the tent, and to ensure that no items have been lost. References ^ a b One or more of the preceding sentences incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Chisholm, Hugh, ed. (1911). "Wapenshaw". Encyclopædia Britannica. 28 (11th ed.). Cambridge University Press. p. 304. ^ reference to wapinshaw at barracks in Glasgow ^ notice of wappenshaw competition at Prestwick Howie bowling club ^ report of Wapinshaw competition at Gourock Park bowling club ^ Report on Aberdeen shooting club Wapinshaw, 2011 ^ Results of the Aberdeen Wapinshaw, 2013-2016 Further reading Wapenshaw as a Woodcraft ceremony. Retrieved June 1, 2005. National Rifle Association of Great Britain list of events including a wapenshaw by the Historic Breechloading Smallarms Association. Retrieved June 1, 2005. Last, but not least. Depending on where and who you ask. Scrabble does or does not recognize the use of this word, however you choose to spell it. I vote yes, if you are asking.

I have been wandering, looking for something/anything that I could add to this topic/conversation. My conclusion, nope, nothing useful, appealing or eye catching to add. Sooo....., all I have offer is a musical interlude. I know I enjoyed hearing it, loved the memories the video stirred up, certainly brightened up my morning. The Archies - Sugar, Sugar (Old Movie Stars Dance) - YouTube Cheers,

I think that I checked out the same references that Myr, Bill W and drpaladin did. The only thing that I would like to add are these examples of sentences using todays word, wanchancy from the Wordnik site. I listed all of the examples given, for variaties sake, to demo many of its possible uses. A dictionary might come in handy. Examples Indeed, yell no hinder some to threap, that it was nane o the Auld Enemy that Dougal and my gudesire saw in the Lairds room, but only that wanchancy creature, the Major, capering on the coffin; and that, as to the blawing on the Lairds whistle that was heard after he was dead, the filthy brute could do that as weel as the Laird himsell, if no better. Wandering Willie’s Tale 1921 And then the as boat set aff for North Berwick, an 'the tither lay whaur it was and watched the wanchancy thing on the brae-side. David Balfour, a sequel to Kidnapped. 1893 Lord save us a '! but it's an unco life to be a sailor -- a cauld, wanchancy life. Merry Men Robert Louis Stevenson 1872 North Berwick, an 'the tither lay whaur it was and watched the wanchancy thing on the braeside. David Balfour, Second Part Being Memoirs Of His Adventures At Home And Abroad, The Second Part: In Which Are Set Forth His Misfortunes Anent The Appin Murder; His Troubles With Lord Advocate Grant; Captivity On The Bass Rock; Journey Into Holland And France; And Singular Relations With James More Drummond Or Macgregor, A Son Of The Notorious Rob Roy, And His Daughter Catriona Robert Louis Stevenson 1872 And then the as boat set aff for North Berwick, an 'the tither lay whaur it was and watched the wanchancy thing on the brae-side. Catriona Robert Louis Stevenson 1872 In the Baron's own words, 'The matter did not coincide with the feelings of the commons of Bradwardine, Mr. Waverley; and the tenants were slack and repugnant in payment of their mails and duties; and when my kinsman came to the village wi' the new factor, Mr. James Howie, to lift the rents, some wanchancy person Waverley — Volume 2 Walter Scott 1801 Indeed, ye'll no hinder some to threap that it was nane o 'the auld Enemy that Dougal and my gudesire saw in the laird's room, but only that wanchancy creature, the major, capering on the coffin; and that, as to the blawing on the laird's whistle that was heard after he was dead, the filthy brute could do that as weel as the laird himsell, if no better. Redgauntlet Walter Scott 1801 In the Baron's own words, 'The matter did not coincide with the feelings of the commons of Bradwardine, Mr. Waverley; and the tenants were slack and repugnant in payment of their mails and duties; and when my kinsman came to the village wi' the new factor, Mr. James Howie, to lift the rents, some wanchancy person “Indeed, Robin, I’ll be better advised before I gie it back to you; it is a wanchancy weapon in a Highlandman’s hand, and I am thinking you will be about some harns-breaking.” Chronicles of the Canongate 2008

I was hoping to be the first, but will gladly be a followup to drpaladin. His responses were as usual, sharp and to the point. I have merely added some filler and fleshed them out a bit(taken from the reference that I found). Tantivy is an adverb as well as a noun that refers to a rapid gallop. Although its precise origin isn't known, one theory has it that tantivy represents the sound of a galloping horse’s hooves. The noun does double duty as a word meaning "the blare of a trumpet or horn." This is probably due to confusion with tantara, a word for the sound of a trumpet that came about as an imitation of that sound. Both tantivy and tantara were used during foxhunts; in the heat of the chase, people may have jumbled the two. Tantivy Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Tally Ho,

Most of the references on this word, were short and to be honest on the verge of being almost non existent. Then by chance I found an entire page(+) on our word of the day, Tachytelic (adj.) Tachytelic and from the above, here are two entries: 1 - "Tachytelic" is a term that describes phenomena or processes characterized by rapid or accelerated rates of change or evolution. Derived from the Greek roots "tachy," meaning "swift" or "rapid," and "telos," meaning "end" or "goal," it suggests a swift progression towards a particular outcome or endpoint. In scientific or technical contexts, "tachytelic" may be used to describe evolutionary changes, technological advancements, or other rapid transformations that occur within a relatively short period of time. The term implies a sense of urgency or rapidity, highlighting the dynamic nature of the changes taking place and their potential impact on the surrounding environment or systems. 2 - Let us live in love's embrace, In this tachytelic space. For in its matrix, we're set free, To grow our soul superconsciously. Let us live in love's embrace,

After wasting time on the spelling (with an "r" or without ?). I came upon one of the rare instances, (for me anyways) that all the Wikipedia page had to say was: Redirect page to Cluttering. So... Tachyphrasia - Wikipedia Cluttering - Wikipedia An interesting thought, put forward at the end of the cluttering article, was given by Deso Weiss. At the First World Conference on Cluttering, held in May 2007 in Razlog, Bulgaria. It had over 60 participants from North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Weiss claimed that Battaros, Demosthenes, Pericles, Justinian, Otto von Bismarck, and Winston Churchill were clutterers. He says about these people, "Each of these contributors to world history viewed his world holistically, and was not deflected by exaggerated attention to small details. Perhaps then, they excelled because of, rather than in spite of, their [cluttering]."