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Today’s pangram is LADYBUG.
LADYBUG is defined as small round bright-colored and spotted beetle that usually feeds on aphids and other insect pests.
ABLY is defined as with competence; in a competent capable manner.
ALGA is defined as primitive chlorophyll-containing mainly aquatic eukaryotic organisms lacking true stems and roots and leaves.
ALGAL is defined as of or relating to alga.
ALLAY is defined as satisfy (thirst). It is also defined as lessen the intensity of or calm.
ALLY is defined as an associate who provides cooperation or assistance. It is also defined as a friendly nation. It is also defined as become an ally or associate, as by a treaty or marriage.
BADLY is defined as in a disobedient or naughty way. It is also defined as with great intensity (`bad’ is a nonstandard variant for `badly’). It is also defined as (`ill’ is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well. It is also defined as unfavorably or with disapproval. It is also defined as in a disadvantageous way; to someone’s disadvantage. It is also defined as to a severe or serious degree. It is also defined as very much; strongly. It is also defined as without skill or in a displeasing manner. It is also defined as with unusual distress or resentment or regret or emotional display. It is also defined as evilly or wickedly.
BALD is defined as without the natural or usual covering. It is also defined as lacking hair on all or most of the scalp. It is also defined as with no effort to conceal. It is also defined as grow bald; lose hair on one’s head.
BALDLY is defined as in a bald manner.
BALL is defined as a lavish dance requiring formal attire. It is also defined as United States comedienne best known as the star of a popular television program (1911-1989). It is also defined as a solid projectile that is shot by a musket. It is also defined as a ball game played with a bat and ball between two teams of nine players; teams take turns at bat trying to score runs. It is also defined as a compact mass. It is also defined as one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens. It is also defined as an object with a spherical shape. It is also defined as a more or less rounded anatomical body or mass. It is also defined as a pitch that is not in the strike zone. It is also defined as a spherical object used as a plaything. It is also defined as form into a ball by winding or rolling. It is also defined as round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games. It is also defined as the people assembled at a lavish formal dance.
BALLAD is defined as a narrative poem of popular origin. It is also defined as a narrative song with a recurrent refrain.
BLAB is defined as speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly. It is also defined as divulge confidential information or secrets.
BLABBY is defined as unwisely talking too much.
BUBBLY is defined as a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there. It is also defined as emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation. It is also defined as full of or showing high spirits.
BULB is defined as electric lamp consisting of a transparent or translucent glass housing containing a wire filament (usually tungsten) that emits light when heated by electricity. It is also defined as lower or hindmost part of the brain; continuous with spinal cord; (`bulb’ is an old term for medulla oblongata). It is also defined as a modified bud consisting of a thickened globular underground stem serving as a reproductive structure. It is also defined as anything with a round shape resembling a teardrop. It is also defined as a rounded dilation or expansion in a canal or vessel or organ. It is also defined as a rounded part of a cylindrical instrument (usually at one end).
BULGY is defined as curving outward.
BULL is defined as (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Taurus. It is also defined as uncomplimentary terms for a policeman. It is also defined as push or force. It is also defined as speak insincerely or without regard for facts or truths. It is also defined as the second sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about April 20 to May 20. It is also defined as obscene words for unacceptable behavior. It is also defined as the center of a target. It is also defined as a formal proclamation issued by the pope (usually written in antiquated characters and sealed with a leaden bulla). It is also defined as a large and strong and heavyset man. It is also defined as advance in price. It is also defined as an investor with an optimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to rise and so buys now for resale later. It is also defined as a serious and ludicrous blunder. It is also defined as mature male of various mammals of which the female is called `cow’; e.g. whales or elephants or especially cattle. It is also defined as try to raise the price of stocks through speculative buying. It is also defined as uncastrated adult male of domestic cattle.
BULLY is defined as discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate. It is also defined as a cruel and brutal fellow. It is also defined as very good. It is also defined as be bossy towards. It is also defined as a hired thug.
DALLY is defined as talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions. It is also defined as consider not very seriously. It is also defined as waste time. It is also defined as behave carelessly or indifferently.
DUAL is defined as consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs. It is also defined as having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities. It is also defined as a grammatical number category referring to two items or units as opposed to one item (singular) or more than two items (plural).
The word DUALLY has no known definition.
DULL is defined as darkened with overcast. It is also defined as make numb or insensitive. It is also defined as become less interesting or attractive. It is also defined as so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness. It is also defined as slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity. It is also defined as being or made softer or less loud or clear. It is also defined as deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping. It is also defined as not clear and resonant; sounding as if striking with or against something relatively soft. It is also defined as make dull or blunt. It is also defined as (of business) not active or brisk. It is also defined as become dull or lusterless in appearance; lose shine or brightness. It is also defined as blunted in responsiveness or sensibility. It is also defined as emitting or reflecting very little light. It is also defined as lacking in liveliness or animation. It is also defined as make dull in appearance. It is also defined as make less lively or vigorous. It is also defined as not having a sharp edge or point. It is also defined as not keenly felt. It is also defined as (of color) very low in saturation; highly diluted.
DULLY is defined as without liveliness. It is also defined as without luster or shine.
DULY is defined as in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances.
GALA is defined as a gay festivity.
GALL is defined as a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats. It is also defined as an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle. It is also defined as irritate or vex. It is also defined as become or make sore by or as if by rubbing. It is also defined as the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties. It is also defined as a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will. It is also defined as abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury. It is also defined as a skin sore caused by chafing.
GAYLY is defined as in a joyous manner.
GLAD is defined as eagerly disposed to act or to be of service. It is also defined as cheerful and bright. It is also defined as any of numerous plants of the genus Gladiolus native chiefly to tropical and South Africa having sword-shaped leaves and one-sided spikes of brightly colored funnel-shaped flowers; widely cultivated. It is also defined as feeling happy appreciation. It is also defined as showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy.
GLADLY is defined as in a willing manner.
GLUG is defined as make a gurgling sound as of liquid issuing from a bottle.
GULAG is defined as a Russian prison camp for political prisoners.
GULL is defined as fool or hoax. It is also defined as a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of. It is also defined as mostly white aquatic bird having long pointed wings and short legs. It is also defined as make a fool or dupe of.
The word GULLABLY has no known definition.
GULLY is defined as deep ditch cut by running water (especially after a prolonged downpour).
LADY is defined as a woman of refinement. It is also defined as a woman of the peerage in Britain. It is also defined as a polite name for any woman.
The word LAGGY has no known definition.
LALLYGAG is defined as be about.
LAUD is defined as praise, glorify, or honor.
LAUDABLY is defined as in an admirable manner.
LUAU is defined as an elaborate Hawaiian feast or party (especially one accompanied by traditional foods and entertainment).
LULL is defined as a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished. It is also defined as make calm or still. It is also defined as a period of calm weather. It is also defined as become quiet or less intensive. It is also defined as calm by deception.
LULLABY is defined as a quiet song intended to lull a child to sleep. It is also defined as the act of singing a quiet song to lull a child to sleep.
LULU is defined as a very attractive or seductive looking woman.
UGLY is defined as inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace. It is also defined as provoking horror. It is also defined as morally reprehensible. It is also defined as displeasing to the senses.