noun the division of something, such as a territory, enclosure, or concept, into parts.The partition of the animal pen separated the chickens from the goats.The partition of India caused the creation of…
Word of the Day
Daily definitions and usage information for all who want to increase and hone their vocabulary.
WOTD: tart
adjective 1. sour or acid in taste; sharp; biting.Tart apples will sweeten when baked. 2. sharp or biting in meaning, tone, or expression.She gave his arrogant and demeaning offer a tart reply….
WOTD: gorge
noun a narrow space between rocky cliffs, usu. with a stream at the bottom; ravine.We walked along the stream at the bottom of the gorge. transitive verb to fill (oneself) excessively with…
WOTD: scrutiny
noun 1. a close and careful inspection.The supervisor’s scrutiny of her work always made her somewhat nervous. 2. a close watch over someone for purposes of investigation or protection.The suspect has been…
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