Words Seldom Seen: Trunnions
Trunnion Noun: Historically cannons. A pin or pivot upon which something can be rotated. Example: "The...
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Words Seldom Seen: Maudlin
Maudlin Adjective: Foolishly sentimental, often in an attempt to garner attention. Acting maudlin is often...
Words Seldom Seen: Taxation
No Taxation Without Representation Noun: Taxation is the act of collecting a tax. A tax is a mandatory...
Words Seldom Seen: Malfeasance
Malfeasance Noun: Wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official. Corruption Example:...
Words Seldom Seen: Chimera
Chimera Noun: an illusion or fabrication of the mind is the primary current usage. It can also mean a specific...
Words Seldom Seen: Frisson
Frisson Noun: A sudden, short, strong feeling or emotion. Can be pleasurable or unpleasant. Example: "The...
Words Seldom Seen: Denouement
Denouement Noun: The final outcome of the plot of a work of fiction. Example: "The denoument of the play...
Words Seldom Seen: Hybristophilia
Hybristophilia Noun: the phenomenon characterized by sexual interest in and attraction to those who commit...
Words Seldom Seen: Carapace
Carapace Noun: A hard, protective dorsal (top) shield or shell covering part or all of an animal's body, common...
Words Seldom Seen: Pluviophile
Pluviophile Noun: A person who enjoys rain. Especially the sound of rain hitting a roof. Example: "She was a...
