Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Weird Word Wednesday


Word

Definition

A sound or a combination of sounds, or its representation in writing or printing, that symbolizes and communicates a meaning and may consist of a single morpheme or of a combination of morphemes.


Today's weird word is:
 
 Puisne 

 
My definition:

I could go all over the board with this one. Pus in the knee? A few that aren't fit to type here? The main problem I see with this word is it has an identity crisis. It's a British term but French spelling. I mean, who wouldn't be confused? I feel sorry for the puny little thing...and that's exactly how it's pronounced - puny.

The dictionary definition:
 
adj.
Lower in rank; junior.
n.
One of lesser rank than another, especially an associate judge.
 
Tell me. Don't you feel sorry for this puny little word?

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Weird Word Wednesday


Word
 
Definition

A sound or a combination of sounds, or its representation in writing or printing, that symbolizes and communicates a meaning and may consist of a single morpheme or of a combination of morphemes.

Today's weird word is:

Demophobia

Noun –

My definition:

A fear of demos conducted in supermarket aisles, where minions block your avenue of escape until you try their product.

The dictionary definition:

A fear of crowds.

I like mine better.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Weird Word Wednesday


Word

Definition

A sound or a combination of sounds, or its representation in writing or printing, that symbolizes and communicates a meaning and may consist of a single morpheme or of a combination of morphemes.

Today's weird word is:

Frigorific

My definition:

Combining friggin' and horrific into one convenient word.

The dictionary definition:

Causes cold or is chilling
 
I think my definition makes much more sense. What do you think?


Friday, October 11, 2013

Friday Fun

Attention please. You have arrived at the gateway to Hell. An escort will be with you shortly.

 
 

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Weird Word Wednesday and IWSG


Word

Definition

A sound or a combination of sounds, or its representation in writing or printing, that symbolizes and communicates a meaning and may consist of a single morpheme or of a combination of morphemes.

Uh-huh. Alex, I'll take morphemes for $200.

The funny thing about words is how convoluted they become, how their meaning often changes, how they slide in and out of fashion. I've decided it's my mission to bring you some senseless, preposterous, or otherwise engaging word each Wednesday. Why, you ask? Because I can. All with the goodness of morphemes added in. You'll be the hands-down winner at your next Scrabble tournament. I'll even give you a more plausible definition. No need to thank me. No, really. I'm happy to spread misinformation.

Today's weird word is:


Philalethist

Noun –

My definition:

A man from Philadelphia who enjoys drinking from the river Lethe to forget his personal problems.

The dictionary definition:

A lover of the truth

I ask you – which one is better?

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Today is also the Insecure Writers Support Group, founded by our favorite ninja, Alex “no hyperlink needed” Cavanaugh. The success of this group is due to the overwhelming support of so many great people – all of you who work tirelessly to help others and give encouragement or a helping hand.

I recently made a huge (for me, anyway) decision to basically start over with this pen name. That meant rebuilding Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, etc...and no fan base. I'm okay with that. It was necessary and in some ways very freeing. I want to thank all of you for either following me over here or stumbling across me, as the case may be. I count you all as great friends and pillars of strength. Sorry if all my leaning crumbled your supports a bit.

*hands out cement patches*

Everybody here today is a reflection of what Alex envisioned when he formed this group. I'm thrilled to be a part of it.

Click here for the list of great blogs supporting the IWSG.