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Word Of The Day: June 12, 2020

12 Jun 2020

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Welcome back to Word of the Day. The word for June 12 is the best thing since sliced bread—or least a good descriptor for those who enjoy a slice.&n...

Word Of The Day: June 11, 2020

11 Jun 2020

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These days, many of our gatherings are looking a little different than they would have a year ago. But the Word of the Day for June 11 is useful for w...

Word Of The Day: June 10, 2020

10 Jun 2020

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The Word of the Day for June 10 is a noun that means "dishonorable proceedings" or "mean dishonesty or trickery." Have a listen.

Word Of The Day: June 9, 2020

09 Jun 2020

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Follow your nose to the Word of the Day for June 9; it is an adjective, meaning "relating to the sense of smell." 

Word Of The Day: June 8, 2020

08 Jun 2020

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Welcome back to Word of the Day. The word for June 8 may be a bit of a jawbreaker so listen at your own risk.

Word Of The Day: June 7, 2020

07 Jun 2020

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The Word of the Day for June 7 alludes to King Croesus who was the last king of the fabulously wealthy kingdom called Lydia that occupied much of mode...

Word Of The Day: June 6, 2020

06 Jun 2020

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Hello again, word connoisseurs. It's June 6, and we promise we didn't just throw together today's Word of the Day.

Word Of The Day: June 5, 2020

05 Jun 2020

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The Word of the Day for June 5 is a fairly recent coinage, and gets more use in British English than American English. Have you heard it before?

Word Of The Day: June 4, 2020

04 Jun 2020

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It's June 4, but more importantly, it's National Cheese Day. Appropriately, today's Word of the Day is ...

Word Of The Day: June 3, 2020

03 Jun 2020

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The Word of the Day for June 3 is a verb that means "to look or stare with sullen dislike, discontent, or anger." Have a listen.

Word Of The Day: June 2, 2020

02 Jun 2020

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Welcome back to Word of the Day. The word for June 2 is an offering straight from Latin. Press play to learn about it!

Word Of The Day: June 1, 2020

01 Jun 2020

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The Word of the Day for June 1 will put you in high spirits, or so we hope. Have a listen.

Word Of The Day: May 31, 2020

31 May 2020

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Dictionary.com's Word of the Day for May 31 is an adjective with a lot of feeling. Don't get too choked up listening to this one.

Word Of The Day: May 30, 2020

30 May 2020

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Welcome back, wordies! Let's get away with the Word of the Day for May 30.

Word Of The Day: May 29, 2020

29 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 29 is an adjective meaning "excessively smooth, suave, or smug." Listen to learn what it is.

Word Of The Day: May 28, 2020

28 May 2020

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Are you ever at a loss for words? The Word of the Day for May 28 will help with that! 

Word Of The Day: May 27, 2020

27 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 27 is one that—if you have encountered it at all—you are more likely to have seen it while reading rather than in conv...

Word Of The Day: May 26, 2020

26 May 2020

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Welcome back, wordies. We're turning to the heavens for this Word of the Day for May 26, 2020.

Word Of The Day: May 25, 2020

25 May 2020

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On this Memorial Day, May 25, 2020, our Word of the Day means  "to express respect or praise for or to honor.” Have a listen to learn more abou...

Word Of The Day: May 24, 2020

24 May 2020

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It’s May 24, and for the foodies among us, it's National Escargot Day, which makes it an opportune time to highlight today's Word of the Day. Take a...

Word Of The Day: May 23, 2020

23 May 2020

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Welcome back and happy International Jazz Day. The result of the Word of the Day for May 23 is a sort of off-kilter, surprising rhythm—one of the ha...

Word Of The Day: May 22, 2020

22 May 2020

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It's May 22, and depending on how hungry you are, today's Word of the Day might sound like an invitation to dinner. Press play to hear the call.

Word Of The Day: May 21, 2020

21 May 2020

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Hello again, wordies, and welcome back to Word of the Day. The word for May 21 is all about persuasion.

Word Of The Day: May 20, 2020

20 May 2020

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Isn't it nice when you find one word that can take the place of several? That's the beauty of the Word of the Day for May 20.

Word Of The Day: May 19, 2020

19 May 2020

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Welcome back to Word of the Day. If money talks, then it's likely familiar with the word for May 19.

Word Of The Day: May 18, 2020

18 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 18 is a noun, and it means "well-being, prosperity, or happiness." Listen to learn what it is.

Word Of The Day: May 17, 2020

17 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 17 gives the expression "I woke up like this" a new meaning. Listen to hear how.

Word Of The Day: May 16, 2020

16 May 2020

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Proceed with caution: the Word of the Day for May 16 is not for the careless. Listen to learn how.

Word Of The Day: May 15, 2020

15 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 15 is a noun, and it means "confusion; turmoil; jumble." Listen to see if you already knew this word!

Word Of The Day: May 14, 2020

14 May 2020

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Are you looking to breathe new life into your vocabulary? Then look no further. The Word of the Day for May 14 will do the trick.

Word Of The Day: May 13, 2020

13 May 2020

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Well, the Word of the Day for May 13 is full of it. Have a listen to see if you've ever used this word.

Word Of The Day: May 12, 2020

12 May 2020

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Hello, word enthusiasts! The Word of the Day for May 12 is uncommon, but useful—you may want to snatch it up into your vocabulary. 

Word Of The Day: May 11, 2020

11 May 2020

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Welcome back to Word of the Day. If you're getting a very early start this morning, or if you're listening to this as your day winds down, the word fo...

Word Of The Day: May 10, 2020

10 May 2020

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It's May 10, but more importantly, it's Mother's Day. That's why Dictionary.com's Word of the Day is ...

Word Of The Day: May 9, 2020

09 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 9 rolls in like a fresh breeze; it means "of or caused by the wind; wind-blown." Listen for a breath of fresh air.

Word Of The Day: May 8, 2020

08 May 2020

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Welcome back, wordies. The Word of the Day for May 8 is an oldie. Do you know it?

Word Of The Day: May 7, 2020

07 May 2020

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Personal space—let's say about 6 feet worth—is a hot topic these days. So it's a perfect time to get up close and personal with the Word of the Da...

Word Of The Day: May 6, 2020

06 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 6 is a noun, and it means "something that gives comfort, consolation, or relief." We all need this word right now. Have a ...

Word Of The Day: May 5, 2020

05 May 2020

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Welcome back to Word of the Day. Today we ask an important question. Listen and tell us your answer!

Word Of The Day: March 4, 2020

04 May 2020

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Greetings, from a galaxy far, far away. Happy Star Wars Day and May the Fourth Be With You. Can you guess what our Word of the Day for May 4 is?

Word Of The Day: May 3, 2020

03 May 2020

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The Word of the Day for May 3 names the place many of us have been spending quite a bit of time lately. Listen to learn this useful word.

Word Of The Day: May 2, 2020

02 May 2020

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You may want to sit down for this one. That is, unless you already are.  Have a listen to the Word of the Day for May 2.

Word Of The Day: May 1, 2020

01 May 2020

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Welcome back to Word of the Day. It's May 1, also known as May Day, so it seems a perfect time to take a closer look at this word. Listen to hear what...

Word Of The Day: April 30, 2020

30 Apr 2020

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Well, April comes to a close today, and it's been an unusual month to say the least.  But it’s been a month that has given us special appreciat...

Word Of The Day: April 29, 2020

29 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 29 was submitted by one of our readers as part of the first ever Word of the Day Giveaway Sweepstakes. Would you have pi...

Word Of The Day: April 28, 2020

28 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 28 is certain to surprise. Have you ever used this word?

Word Of The Day: April 27, 2020

27 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 27 has a whiff of pretense or deception. Listen to see how to incorporate it into your vocabulary.

Word Of The Day: April 26, 2020

26 Apr 2020

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Ever so suddenly, it's April 26! And today's Word of the Day explains that feeling perfectly.

Word Of The Day: April 25, 2020

25 Apr 2020

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There is no substitute for Dictionary.com's Word of the Day. But if there were, this word for April 25 might come in handy.

Word Of The Day: April 24, 2020

24 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 24 is a noun, and it means: "the scientific study of trees and their environment." Branch out and add this term to your ...

Word Of The Day: April 23, 2020

23 Apr 2020

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It's April 23rd, also known as Shakespeare Day. Sometimes known as Talk Like Shakespeare Day. To that end, our Word of the Day is Shakespeare-themed, ...

Word Of The Day: April 22, 2020

22 Apr 2020

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Happy Earth Day! In celebration, listen to our Word of the Day for April 22. It's an important one!

Word Of The Day: April 21, 2020

21 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 21 is a noun, meaning "a small lie; a fib." In modern terminology, we might call this a "white lie." Have you used this ...

Word Of The Day: April 20, 2020

20 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 20 is a noun, meaning "winding, roundabout paths or ways." With a definition like that, you know it's one you'll want to...

Word Of The Day: April 19, 2020

19 Apr 2020

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We encounter the Word of the Day for April 19 most often in the context of visual art, but it is also applied to the trappings or representations of p...

Word Of The Day: April 18, 2020

18 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 18 has a slight onomatopoeic ring to it. Listen to hear this fun-to-say word and learn how to incorporate it into your v...

Word Of The Day: April 17, 2020

17 Apr 2020

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Brevity is the soul of wit, so we'll keep this short: the Word of the Day for April 17 is one you're going to want to learn.

Word Of The Day: April 16, 2020

16 Apr 2020

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The Word of they Day for April 16 means "an answer or solution for all problems or difficulties." Sounds pretty great, right? Listen to find out what ...

Word Of The Day: April 15, 2020

15 Apr 2020

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Do you enjoy the feeling that arises when everything is in its proper place? Then you may appreciate the Word of the Day for April 15. 

Word Of The Day: April 14, 2020

14 Apr 2020

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You're not likely to find the Word of the Day for April 14 in current writing; it's simply not used very much these days. Furthermore, its origin is a...

Word Of The Day: April 13, 2020

13 Apr 2020

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Pssst, come a little closer, we've got a scoop for you: the Word of the Day for April 13. Have you heard this one before?

Word Of The Day: April 12, 2020

12 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 12 is particularly fun to say. Have you heard any more nicknames for this popular spring flower?

Word Of The Day: April 11, 2020

11 Apr 2020

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Did you know that today, April 11, is National Pet Day? To celebrate, we're highlighting a word we know our furry friends would approve of.

Word Of The Day: April 10, 2020

10 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for Friday, April 10, is one that has special significance right now. And we're using our Word of the Day to show that we here at ...

Word Of The Day: April 9, 2020

09 Apr 2020

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The coronavirus pandemic has brought new attention to the Word of the Day for April 9, as this global event has, in some cases, brought "business as u...

Word Of The Day: April 8, 2020

08 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 8 is something you've undoubtedly seen, even if you don't know what it's called. Listen to see if you know it!

Word Of The Day: April 7, 2020

07 Apr 2020

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Remember to look up at the night sky tonight to put the Word of the Day for April 7 into perspective.

Word Of The Day: April 6, 2020

06 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 6 was coined by the celebrated author Lewis Carroll; it is the name of a nonsense poem in his novel Through the Looking ...

Word Of The Day: April 5, 2020

05 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 5 may have an old-fashioned, literary ring to it, but it is actually still a useful word across a variety of genres and ...

Word Of The Day: April 4, 2020

04 Apr 2020

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The Word of the Day for April 4 deserves your full attention. Press play and listen closely to learn more about this unique word.

Word Of The Day: April 3, 2020

03 Apr 2020

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Today we're getting personal ... with Dictionary.com's Word of the Day for Friday April 3 that is. Listen to see how.

Word Of The Day: April 2, 2020

02 Apr 2020

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It's April 2, and today's Word of the Day is all about perception. Press play to learn about this interesting term.

Word Of The Day: April 1, 2020

01 Apr 2020

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Believe it or not, we've reached April 1. And Dictionary.com's Word of the Day is no joke today ... or any day.

Word Of The Day: March 31, 2020

31 Mar 2020

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Watch out, the Word of the Day for March 31st may cause you to smile. Listen to add this happy word to your vocabulary.

Word Of The Day: March 30, 2020

30 Mar 2020

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The Word of the Day for March 30th is full of character. Or make that characters.

Word Of The Day: March 29, 2020

29 Mar 2020

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This Sunday, we hope you are feeling comfortable and relaxed. In other words, the opposite of the Word of the Day for March 29.

Word Of The Day: March 28, 2020

28 Mar 2020

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It's March 28 and the Word of the Day is an adjective, meaning "accustomed." Are you accustomed to listening to our daily podcast yet?

Word Of The Day: March 27, 2020

27 Mar 2020

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The Word of the Day for March 27 is a noun, meaning "superficial knowledge." Needless to say ... it's a pretty relevant word for present day.

Word Of The Day: March 26, 2020

26 Mar 2020

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The Word of the Day for March 26 may be one you know from fairy tales. But do you know its other meanings?

Word Of The Day: March 25, 2020

25 Mar 2020

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The word for March 25 gives name to an expression that you've probably seen many times before. Maybe you've even made it yourself.

Word Of The Day: March 24, 2020

24 Mar 2020

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The Word of the Day for March 24th has been a long time coming. Press play to find out if you know it!

Word Of The Day: March 23, 2020

23 Mar 2020

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The Word of the Day for March 23 is a good one to carry with you, as it will likely come in handy. Listen to add it to your vocabulary arsenal. 

Word Of The Day: March 22, 2020

22 Mar 2020

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Hello again! We're so glad you remembered to tune in to Dictionary.com's Word of the Day podcast. The word for March 22 may continue to jog your memor...

Word Of The Day: March 21, 2020

21 Mar 2020

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The Word of the Day for March 21 describes both a chemical compound and flat, dull, or trite remarks. Do you have a guess as to what it is?

Word Of The Day: March 20, 2020

20 Mar 2020

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By any chance, have you been cooped up at home for a few days? If so, Dictionary.com's Word of the Day for March 20 may come in useful! 

Word Of The Day: March 19, 2020

19 Mar 2020

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Listen to Dictionary.com's Word of the Day for March 19th to help you spring into the new season.

Word Of The Day: March 18, 2020

18 Mar 2020

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Whoa—we've caught a big one today! A big Word of the Day that is. Listen to learn more!

Word Of The Day: March 17, 2020

17 Mar 2020

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Happy St. Patrick's Day! Dictionary.com's Word of the Day for March 17 is dressed for the occasion.

Word Of The Day: March 16, 2020

16 Mar 2020

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As fun as today's Word of the Day is to say, it's definition is quite confusing—literally! Listen to hear why.

Word Of The Day: March 15, 2020

15 Mar 2020

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Dictionary.com's Word of the Day for March 15 is music to our ears. Give it a listen!

Word Of The Day: March 14, 2020

14 Mar 2020

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Happy Pi Day! That's pi spelled P, I, as in the mathematical ratio, commonly written as 3.14 … but that’s not our Word of the Day—keep listening...

Word Of The Day: March 13, 2020

13 Mar 2020

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It's Friday the 13th, but don't worry, there's nothing to fear here. Well, except for today's Word of the Day.

Word Of The Day: March 12, 2020

12 Mar 2020

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Today's Word of the Day can be a positive thing, like a polite gesture or courtesy, or it can be negative, like a trivial formality that gets in the w...

Word Of The Day: March 11, 2020

11 Mar 2020

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This isn't our first Word of the Day term from Scots ... but it is a juicy one. Listen to try to add this word to your vocabulary!

Word Of The Day: March 10, 2020

10 Mar 2020

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For all its hard work, today's Word of the Day is soft at the core, etymologically speaking. Listen to hear how.

Word Of The Day: March 9, 2020

09 Mar 2020

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Today's Word of the Day is full of light. Bask in all its glory by pressing play to hear the story!

Word Of The Day: March 8, 2020

08 Mar 2020

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Happy International Women's Day! To mark the occasion, our Word of the Day for March 8th was selected by: Girl Scouts. 

Word Of The Day: March 7, 2020

07 Mar 2020

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This Saturday, March 7th, we're talking about Dictionary.com's new Word of the Day. Have you used this one lately?

Word Of The Day: March 6, 2020

06 Mar 2020

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Today's Dictionary.com Word of the Day can sometimes be confused with a similar-sounding word.  Do you know the difference between these two comm...

Word Of The Day: March 5, 2020

05 Mar 2020

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Dictionary.com's Word of the Day for March 5 is all about urges. So, go ahead, give in to your irresistible urge to learn more and press play!