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Today’s pangram is COCKTAIL.
COCKTAIL is defined as an appetizer served as a first course at a meal. It is also defined as a short mixed drink.
The word ALACK has no known definition.
ALKALI is defined as any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water. It is also defined as a mixture of soluble salts found in arid soils and some bodies of water; detrimental to agriculture.
ATTACK is defined as ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation. It is also defined as attack in speech or writing. It is also defined as (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons). It is also defined as take the initiative and go on the offensive. It is also defined as a decisive manner of beginning a musical tone or phrase. It is also defined as intense adverse criticism. It is also defined as launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with. It is also defined as attack someone physically or emotionally. It is also defined as the act of attacking. It is also defined as an offensive move in a sport or game. It is also defined as a sudden occurrence of an uncontrollable condition. It is also defined as begin to injure. It is also defined as set to work upon; turn one’s energies vigorously to a task. It is also defined as strong criticism. It is also defined as the onset of a corrosive or destructive process (as by a chemical agent).
CLACK is defined as make a rattling sound. It is also defined as a sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated. It is also defined as speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly. It is also defined as a simple valve with a hinge on one side; allows fluid to flow in only one direction. It is also defined as make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens.
CLICK is defined as move or strike with a noise. It is also defined as a stop consonant made by the suction of air into the mouth (as in Bantu). It is also defined as depression of a button on a computer mouse. It is also defined as become clear or enter one’s consciousness or emotions. It is also defined as cause to make a snapping sound. It is also defined as make a clicking or ticking sound. It is also defined as a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward. It is also defined as click repeatedly or uncontrollably. It is also defined as a short light metallic sound. It is also defined as make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens. It is also defined as produce a click.
CLOAK is defined as hide under a false appearance. It is also defined as cover as if with clothing. It is also defined as a loose outer garment. It is also defined as anything that covers or conceals. It is also defined as cover with or as if with a cloak.
CLOCK is defined as measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time. It is also defined as a timepiece that shows the time of day.
COCK is defined as faucet consisting of a rotating device for regulating flow of a liquid. It is also defined as the part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled. It is also defined as adult male chicken. It is also defined as to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others. It is also defined as obscene terms for penis. It is also defined as adult male bird. It is also defined as set the trigger of a firearm back for firing. It is also defined as tilt or slant to one side.
COCKATOO is defined as white or light-colored crested parrot of the Australian region; often kept as cage birds.
COOK is defined as tamper, with the purpose of deception. It is also defined as English navigator who claimed the east coast of Australia for Britain and discovered several Pacific islands (1728-1779). It is also defined as prepare for eating by applying heat. It is also defined as prepare a hot meal. It is also defined as someone who cooks food. It is also defined as transform and make suitable for consumption by heating. It is also defined as transform by heating.
KICK is defined as the act of delivering a blow with the foot. It is also defined as express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness. It is also defined as stop consuming. It is also defined as informal terms for objecting. It is also defined as spring back, as from a forceful thrust. It is also defined as the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired. It is also defined as a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics. It is also defined as the swift release of a store of affective force. It is also defined as drive or propel with the foot. It is also defined as kick a leg up. It is also defined as make a goal. It is also defined as strike with the foot. It is also defined as the sudden stimulation provided by strong drink (or certain drugs). It is also defined as thrash about or strike out with the feet.
KILL is defined as mark for deletion, rub off, or erase. It is also defined as end or extinguish by forceful means. It is also defined as thwart the passage of. It is also defined as drink down entirely. It is also defined as the act of terminating a life. It is also defined as be fatal. It is also defined as be the source of great pain for. It is also defined as cause the death of, without intention. It is also defined as cause to cease operating. It is also defined as cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly. It is also defined as deprive of life. It is also defined as destroy a vitally essential quality of or in. It is also defined as hit with great force. It is also defined as hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games. It is also defined as overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration. It is also defined as the body of an animal, or bodies of animals, killed by a person or another animal. It is also defined as the destruction of an enemy plane or ship or tank or missile. It is also defined as tire out completely.
KILO is defined as one thousand grams; the basic unit of mass adopted under the Systeme International d’Unites.
KILT is defined as a knee-length pleated tartan skirt worn by men as part of the traditional dress in the Highlands of northern Scotland.
KOALA is defined as sluggish tailless Australian arboreal marsupial with grey furry ears and coat; feeds on eucalyptus leaves and bark.
KOLA is defined as a Chadic language spoken south of Lake Chad. It is also defined as tree bearing large brown nuts containing e.g. caffeine; source of cola extract.
KOOK is defined as someone regarded as eccentric or crazy and standing out from a group.
LACK is defined as be without. It is also defined as the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable.
LICK is defined as take up with the tongue. It is also defined as touching with the tongue. It is also defined as pass the tongue over. It is also defined as (boxing) a blow with the fist. It is also defined as find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of. It is also defined as a salt deposit that animals regularly lick. It is also defined as beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight.
LOCK is defined as a restraint incorporated into the ignition switch to prevent the use of a vehicle by persons who do not have the key. It is also defined as place in a place where something cannot be removed or someone cannot escape. It is also defined as enclosure consisting of a section of canal that can be closed to control the water level; used to raise or lower vessels that pass through it. It is also defined as hold in a locking position. It is also defined as keep engaged. It is also defined as a strand or cluster of hair. It is also defined as become engaged or intermeshed with one another. It is also defined as a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed. It is also defined as a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun. It is also defined as any wrestling hold in which some part of the opponent’s body is twisted or pressured. It is also defined as become rigid or immoveable. It is also defined as build locks in order to facilitate the navigation of vessels. It is also defined as fasten with a lock. It is also defined as hold fast (in a certain state). It is also defined as pass by means through a lock in a waterway.
LOOK is defined as take charge of or deal with. It is also defined as the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people. It is also defined as have faith or confidence in. It is also defined as give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect. It is also defined as look forward to the probable occurrence of. It is also defined as the feelings expressed on a person’s face. It is also defined as be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to. It is also defined as search or seek. It is also defined as the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually. It is also defined as accord in appearance with. It is also defined as convey by one’s expression. It is also defined as have a certain outward or facial expression. It is also defined as perceive with attention; direct one’s gaze towards. It is also defined as physical appearance.
TACK is defined as gear for a horse. It is also defined as reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action). It is also defined as turn into the wind. It is also defined as (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind. It is also defined as (nautical) the act of changing tack. It is also defined as create by putting components or members together. It is also defined as sew together loosely, with large stitches. It is also defined as fix to; attach. It is also defined as a short nail with a sharp point and a large head. It is also defined as fasten with tacks. It is also defined as sailing a zigzag course. It is also defined as the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails.
TALK is defined as exchange thoughts; talk with. It is also defined as use language. It is also defined as an exchange of ideas via conversation. It is also defined as express in speech. It is also defined as deliver a lecture or talk. It is also defined as reveal information. It is also defined as a speech that is open to the public. It is also defined as idle gossip or rumor. It is also defined as divulge confidential information or secrets. It is also defined as discussion; (`talk about’ is a less formal alternative for `discussion of’). It is also defined as the act of giving a talk to an audience.
TICK is defined as a metallic tapping sound. It is also defined as make a sound like a clock or a timer. It is also defined as sew. It is also defined as make a clicking or ticking sound. It is also defined as a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.. It is also defined as put a check mark on or near or next to. It is also defined as a light mattress. It is also defined as any of two families of small parasitic arachnids with barbed proboscis; feed on blood of warm-blooded animals.
TICKTOCK is defined as steady recurrent ticking sound as made by a clock. It is also defined as make a sound like a clock or a timer.
The word TIKI has no known definition.
The word TIKKA has no known definition.
The word TOCK has no known definition.
The word TOOK has no known definition.
The word TOOLKIT has no known definition.
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