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Today’s pangram is UNPOPULAR.
UNPOPULAR is defined as regarded with disfavor or lacking general approval.
ANAL is defined as a stage in psychosexual development when the child’s interest is concentrated on the anal region; fixation at this stage is said to result in orderliness, meanness, stubbornness, compulsiveness, etc.. It is also defined as of or related to the anus.
The word ANNAL has no known definition.
ANNUAL is defined as a reference book that is published regularly once every year. It is also defined as occurring or payable every year. It is also defined as completing its life cycle within a year. It is also defined as (botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year.
ANNUL is defined as cancel officially. It is also defined as declare invalid.
ANNULAR is defined as shaped like a ring.
APOLLO is defined as (Greek mythology) Greek god of light; god of prophecy and poetry and music and healing; son of Zeus and Leto; twin brother of Artemis.
APPALL is defined as strike with disgust or revulsion. It is also defined as fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised.
AURAL is defined as of or pertaining to hearing or the ear. It is also defined as relating to or characterized by an aura.
AURORAL is defined as characteristic of the dawn. It is also defined as of or relating to the atmospheric phenomenon auroras.
LARRUP is defined as give a spanking to; subject to a spanking.
LLANO is defined as an extensive grassy and nearly treeless plain (especially in Latin America).
LOAN is defined as a word borrowed from another language; e.g. `blitz’ is a German word borrowed into modern English. It is also defined as give temporarily; let have for a limited time. It is also defined as the temporary provision of money (usually at interest).
LOLL is defined as hang loosely or laxly. It is also defined as be lazy or idle.
LOLLOP is defined as walk clumsily and with a bounce.
LOON is defined as a person with confused ideas; incapable of serious thought. It is also defined as large somewhat primitive fish-eating diving bird of the northern hemisphere having webbed feet placed far back; related to the grebes. It is also defined as a worthless lazy fellow.
LOOP is defined as wind around something in coils or loops. It is also defined as a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates. It is also defined as a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane. It is also defined as fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines. It is also defined as (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated. It is also defined as make a loop in. It is also defined as the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component. It is also defined as a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied. It is also defined as an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan). It is also defined as an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop. It is also defined as anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself). It is also defined as fasten or join with a loop. It is also defined as fly loops, perform a loop. It is also defined as move in loops. It is also defined as the basic pattern of the human fingerprint.
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.
LULU is defined as a very attractive or seductive looking woman.
LUNA is defined as (Roman mythology) the goddess of the Moon; counterpart of Greek Selene.
LUNAR is defined as of or relating to or associated with the moon.
LUNULA is defined as the crescent-shaped area at the base of the human fingernail. It is also defined as a crescent-shaped metal ornament of the Bronze Age.
The word LUNULAR has no known definition.
NONPOLAR is defined as not ionic.
NULL is defined as lacking any legal or binding force. It is also defined as a quantity of no importance.
OPAL is defined as a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones.
ORAL is defined as using speech rather than writing. It is also defined as of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located. It is also defined as an examination conducted by spoken communication. It is also defined as a stage in psychosexual development when the child’s interest is concentrated in the mouth; fixation at this stage is said to result in dependence, selfishness, and aggression. It is also defined as of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth.
ORLOP is defined as the fourth or lowest deck.
PALL is defined as lose interest or become bored with something or somebody. It is also defined as become less interesting or attractive. It is also defined as cause surfeit through excess though initially pleasing. It is also defined as a sudden numbing dread. It is also defined as lose sparkle or bouquet. It is also defined as cause to lose courage. It is also defined as hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window). It is also defined as burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped. It is also defined as cause to become flat. It is also defined as cover with a pall. It is also defined as lose strength or effectiveness; become or appear boring, insipid, or tiresome (to).
PALLOR is defined as unnatural lack of color in the skin (as from bruising or sickness or emotional distress).
The word PALP has no known definition.
PAPAL is defined as proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles.
PARLOR is defined as reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received. It is also defined as a room in a private house or establishment where people can sit and talk and relax.
The word PAROL has no known definition.
PLAN is defined as an arrangement scheme. It is also defined as scale drawing of a structure. It is also defined as make or work out a plan for; devise. It is also defined as make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form. It is also defined as a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished. It is also defined as have the will and intention to carry out some action. It is also defined as make plans for something.
PLANAR is defined as involving or having two dimensions.
PLOP is defined as set (something or oneself) down with or as if with a noise. It is also defined as with a short hollow thud. It is also defined as drop something with a plopping sound. It is also defined as drop with the sound of something falling into water. It is also defined as the noise of a rounded object dropping into a liquid without a splash.
PLURAL is defined as the form of a word that is used to denote more than one. It is also defined as grammatical number category referring to two or more items or units. It is also defined as composed of more than one member, set, or kind.
POLAR is defined as being of crucial importance. It is also defined as characterized by opposite extremes; completely opposed. It is also defined as extremely cold. It is also defined as having a pair of equal and opposite charges. It is also defined as of or existing at or near a geographical pole or within the Arctic or Antarctic Circles. It is also defined as located at or near or coming from the earth’s poles.
POLL is defined as convert into a pollard. It is also defined as an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people. It is also defined as the top of the head. It is also defined as a tame parrot. It is also defined as get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions. It is also defined as get the votes of. It is also defined as the counting of votes (as in an election). It is also defined as the part of the head between the ears. It is also defined as vote in an election at a polling station.
POLO is defined as Venetian traveler who explored Asia in the 13th century and served Kublai Khan (1254-1324). It is also defined as a game similar to field hockey but played on horseback using long-handled mallets and a wooden ball.
POOL is defined as something resembling a pool of liquid. It is also defined as an association of companies for some definite purpose. It is also defined as the combined stakes of the betters. It is also defined as a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid. It is also defined as a small lake. It is also defined as any of various games played on a pool table having 6 pockets. It is also defined as an excavation that is (usually) filled with water. It is also defined as an organization of people or resources that can be shared. It is also defined as any communal combination of funds. It is also defined as combine into a common fund. It is also defined as join or form a pool of people.
POPLAR is defined as any of numerous trees of north temperate regions having light soft wood and flowers borne in catkins. It is also defined as soft light-colored non-durable wood of the poplar.
POPULAR is defined as representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large. It is also defined as (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people). It is also defined as carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large. It is also defined as regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public.
PROPANOL is defined as a clear colorless volatile liquid (alcohol) used as a solvent and antiseptic.
PULL is defined as strip of feathers. It is also defined as a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments. It is also defined as perform an act, usually with a negative connotation. It is also defined as remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense. It is also defined as special advantage or influence. It is also defined as direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes. It is also defined as bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover. It is also defined as a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke). It is also defined as take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for. It is also defined as tear or be torn violently. It is also defined as cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense. It is also defined as the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you. It is also defined as cause to move by pulling. It is also defined as strain abnormally. It is also defined as a device used for pulling something. It is also defined as apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion. It is also defined as a sustained effort. It is also defined as hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing. It is also defined as move into a certain direction. It is also defined as operate when rowing a boat. It is also defined as rein in to keep from winning a race. It is also defined as steer into a certain direction. It is also defined as take away. It is also defined as the force used in pulling.
PULP is defined as an inexpensive magazine printed on poor quality paper. It is also defined as a soft moist part of a fruit. It is also defined as any soft or soggy mass. It is also defined as a mixture of cellulose fibers. It is also defined as reduce to pulp. It is also defined as remove the pulp from, as from a fruit. It is also defined as the soft inner part of a tooth.
PUPAL is defined as of the insects in the chrysalis (cocoon) or post larval stage.
PURL is defined as flow in a circular current, of liquids. It is also defined as make a murmuring sound. It is also defined as a basic knitting stitch made by putting the needle through the front of the stich from the righthand side. It is also defined as edge or border with gold or silver embroidery. It is also defined as embroider with gold or silver thread. It is also defined as gold or silver wire thread. It is also defined as knit with a purl stitch.
ROLL is defined as a list of names. It is also defined as move along on or as if on wheels or a wheeled vehicle. It is also defined as cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis. It is also defined as move by turning over or rotating. It is also defined as a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells). It is also defined as small rounded bread either plain or sweet. It is also defined as show certain properties when being rolled. It is also defined as a roll of currency notes (often taken as the resources of a person or business etc.). It is also defined as a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore. It is also defined as flatten or spread with a roller. It is also defined as the sound of a drum (especially a snare drum) beaten rapidly and continuously. It is also defined as arrange or or coil around. It is also defined as the act of throwing dice. It is also defined as move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment. It is also defined as sell something to or obtain something from by energetic and especially underhanded activity. It is also defined as boil vigorously. It is also defined as a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals). It is also defined as the act of rolling something (as the ball in bowling). It is also defined as move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion. It is also defined as a document that can be rolled up (as for storage). It is also defined as rotary motion of an object around its own axis. It is also defined as occur in soft rounded shapes. It is also defined as a flight maneuver; aircraft rotates about its longitudinal axis without changing direction or losing altitude. It is also defined as anything rolled up in cylindrical form. It is also defined as begin operating or running. It is also defined as emit, produce, or utter with a deep prolonged reverberating sound. It is also defined as execute a roll, in tumbling. It is also defined as move, rock, or sway from side to side. It is also defined as photographic film rolled up inside a container to protect it from light. It is also defined as pronounce with a roll, of the phoneme /r/. It is also defined as shape by rolling. It is also defined as take the shape of a roll or cylinder. It is also defined as walking with a swaying gait.
RURAL is defined as living in or characteristic of farming or country life. It is also defined as of or relating to the countryside as opposed to the city.
ULNA is defined as the inner and longer of the two bones of the human forearm.
ULNAR is defined as relating to or near the ulna.
UNROLL is defined as reverse the winding or twisting of. It is also defined as unroll, unfold, or spread out or be unrolled, unfolded, or spread out from a furled state.