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Monday, March 5, 2012

Word of the Week: Duende

The word of the week for March 5th through the 11th is...

Duende
n.

Definition: The power to attract through magnetism or charm

Example: The presidential candidate's political positions were off-putting but his duende earned him many votes.










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Monday, November 14, 2011

Word of the Week: LACHRYMOSE

The word of the week for November 14th through the 20th is...

LACHRYMOSE
adj.

Definition:
1. Given to tears or weeping
2. Tending to cause tears; mournful

Example:
The lachrymose songs performed at the memorial were overwhelming for many funeral attendees.







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Monday, October 17, 2011

Word of the Week: COCKAIGNE

The word of the week for October 17th through the 23rd is...

COCKAIGNE
n.

Pronunciation: kah-KAYNE

Definition: An imaginary land of great luxury, ease and idleness.

Example: I'd like to retire at 35 and retreat to some sort of utopian Cockaigne.








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