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noun | a reference source containing words alphabetically arranged along with information about their forms, pronunciations, functions, and etymologies
We been here for years (1828).
November 6, 2025 at 7:49 PM
We been here for years (1828).
art | noun | the conscious use of skill and creative imagination especially in the production of aesthetic objects
October 29, 2025 at 3:06 PM
art | noun | the conscious use of skill and creative imagination especially in the production of aesthetic objects
Technically, this is a book of spells.
October 24, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Technically, this is a book of spells.
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL CAPS LOCK DAY SORRY FOR OUR DELAY WE DIDN'T EVEN KNOW THIS WAS A REAL DAY.
October 22, 2025 at 8:44 PM
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL CAPS LOCK DAY SORRY FOR OUR DELAY WE DIDN'T EVEN KNOW THIS WAS A REAL DAY.
This is also the reason the abbreviation for ‘hertz’ is ‘Hz,’ as it’s named after Heinrich Rudolf Hertz.
October 20, 2025 at 4:27 PM
This is also the reason the abbreviation for ‘hertz’ is ‘Hz,’ as it’s named after Heinrich Rudolf Hertz.
‘Vowel’ comes from the Latin ‘vocalis,’ which originally meant “vocal.”
October 17, 2025 at 1:39 PM
‘Vowel’ comes from the Latin ‘vocalis,’ which originally meant “vocal.”
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What's the difference between 'immigrant' and 'emigrant'?
October 15, 2025 at 2:12 PM
What's the difference between 'immigrant' and 'emigrant'?
The most commonly accepted pronunciation is ‘FOH-lee-ij.’
However, there’s no denying that the pronunciations ‘FOH-lij’ and even ‘FOY-lij’ have also staked their claim.
However, there’s no denying that the pronunciations ‘FOH-lij’ and even ‘FOY-lij’ have also staked their claim.
October 14, 2025 at 1:09 PM
The most commonly accepted pronunciation is ‘FOH-lee-ij.’
However, there’s no denying that the pronunciations ‘FOH-lij’ and even ‘FOY-lij’ have also staked their claim.
However, there’s no denying that the pronunciations ‘FOH-lij’ and even ‘FOY-lij’ have also staked their claim.
Andrea Sachs just called saying she needs a copy of the unpublished manuscript for the New Merriam-Webster 12th Edition Collegiate Dictionary for Miranda Priestly's twins, even though it isn't being released until November 18???
October 13, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Andrea Sachs just called saying she needs a copy of the unpublished manuscript for the New Merriam-Webster 12th Edition Collegiate Dictionary for Miranda Priestly's twins, even though it isn't being released until November 18???
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October 13, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Anyone can be wordy.
But only a chosen few can be a Word Icon.
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But only a chosen few can be a Word Icon.
10.16.2025.
thumb notch | noun | a notch of a size to admit the tip of a thumb cut in the outer edges of the pages of a book for the insertion of index letters or headings
October 9, 2025 at 5:45 PM
thumb notch | noun | a notch of a size to admit the tip of a thumb cut in the outer edges of the pages of a book for the insertion of index letters or headings
grawlix | noun | a series of typographical symbols (such as $#!) used in text as a replacement for profanity
October 8, 2025 at 1:44 PM
grawlix | noun | a series of typographical symbols (such as $#!) used in text as a replacement for profanity
October 3, 2025 at 1:34 PM
We are thrilled to announce that our NEW Large Language Model will be released on 11.18.25.
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The NEW Twelfth Edition.
Made of paper.
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September 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
We have some words for you.
Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary.
The NEW Twelfth Edition.
Made of paper.
11.18.2025
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Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary.
The NEW Twelfth Edition.
Made of paper.
11.18.2025
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September 24, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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September 18, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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The first known use of 'cap' meaning "capitalization" was in 1906.
September 16, 2025 at 1:55 PM
The first known use of 'cap' meaning "capitalization" was in 1906.
Good work, Team.
September 12, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Good work, Team.
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