Word of the Day — Archive Page #476

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April 12, 2015
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What does unserviceable mean?

unserviceable(adj)
not ready for service

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April 11, 2015
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What does relational database mean?

relational database(noun)
a database in which relations between information items are explicitly specified as accessible attributes

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April 10, 2015
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What does stretch mean?

stretch(noun)
a large and unbroken expanse or distance

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April 9, 2015
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What does thoughtful mean?

thoughtful(adj)
having intellectual depth

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April 8, 2015
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What does mishap mean?

bad luck, mischance, mishap(noun)
an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate

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April 7, 2015
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What does irrupt mean?

intrude, irrupt(verb)
enter uninvited

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April 6, 2015
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What does ennoble mean?

ennoble, dignify(verb)
confer dignity or honor upon

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