Term
| spoonerism \SPOO-nuh-riz-uhm\, noun |
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Definition
| The transposition of usually initial sounds in a pair of words. |
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Term
| thaumaturgy \THAW-muh-tuhr-jee\, noun |
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Definition
| The performance of miracles or magic. |
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Term
| tumult \TOO-mult; TYOO-mult\, noun |
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Definition
1. The commotion or agitation of a crowd, usually accompanied with great noise, uproar, and confusion of voices; hurly-burly; noisy confusion.
2. Violent commotion or agitation, with confusion of sounds; as, "the tumult of the elements."
3. Irregular or confused motion; agitation; high excitement; as, "the tumult of the spirits or passions."
--tumultuous, adjective |
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Term
| propinquity \pruh-PING-kwih-tee\, noun |
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Definition
1. Nearness in place; proximity.
2. Nearness in time.
3. Nearness of relation; kinship. |
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Definition
1. Protection; support.
2. Sponsorship; patronage.
3. Guidance, direction, or control.
4. A shield or protective armor; -- applied in mythology to the shield of Zeus. |
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Term
| nescience \NESH-uhn(t)s; NESH-ee-uhn(t)s\, noun |
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Definition
| Lack of knowledge or awareness; ignorance. |
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