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Today’s pangram is PLACEBO.
PLACEBO is defined as an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug. It is also defined as (Roman Catholic Church) vespers of the office for the dead.
The word ALCOPOP has no known definition.
ALPACA is defined as domesticated llama with long silky fleece; believed to be a domesticated variety of the guanaco. It is also defined as a thin glossy fabric made of the wool of the Lama pacos, or made of a rayon or cotton imitation of that wool. It is also defined as wool of the alpaca.
APACE is defined as with speed. It is also defined as (poetic, literary) quickly.
APPALL is defined as strike with disgust or revulsion. It is also defined as fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised.
APPEAL is defined as attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates. It is also defined as request for a sum of money. It is also defined as earnest or urgent request. It is also defined as be attractive to. It is also defined as request earnestly (something from somebody); ask for aid or protection. It is also defined as cite as an authority; resort to. It is also defined as challenge (a decision). It is also defined as (law) a legal proceeding in which the appellant resorts to a higher court for the purpose of obtaining a review of a lower court decision and a reversal of the lower court’s judgment or the granting of a new trial. It is also defined as take a court case to a higher court for review.
APPEALABLE is defined as capable of being appealed especially to a higher tribunal.
The word APPELLEE has no known definition.
APPLE is defined as native Eurasian tree widely cultivated in many varieties for its firm rounded edible fruits. It is also defined as fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh.
BEBOP is defined as dance the bebop. It is also defined as an early form of modern jazz (originating around 1940).
BEEP is defined as a short high tone produced as a signal or warning. It is also defined as make a loud noise. It is also defined as call, summon, or alert with a beeper.
BLEEP is defined as a short high tone produced as a signal or warning. It is also defined as emit a single short high-pitched signal.
The word BLOOP has no known definition.
CAPABLE is defined as possibly accepting or permitting. It is also defined as have the skills and qualifications to do things well. It is also defined as having the requisite qualities for. It is also defined as (usually followed by `of’) having capacity or ability. It is also defined as (followed by `of’) having the temperament or inclination for.
CAPE is defined as a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter. It is also defined as a strip of land projecting into a body of water.
CAPO is defined as the head of a branch of an organized crime syndicate.
CLAP is defined as a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra. It is also defined as clap one’s hands or shout after performances to indicate approval. It is also defined as clap one’s hands together. It is also defined as a sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated. It is also defined as a sudden very loud noise. It is also defined as cause to strike the air in flight. It is also defined as put quickly or forcibly. It is also defined as strike the air in flight. It is also defined as strike together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise. It is also defined as strike with the flat of the hand; usually in a friendly way, as in encouragement or greeting.
CLOP is defined as the sound of a horse’s hoofs hitting on a hard surface. It is also defined as make or move along with a sound as of a horse’s hooves striking the ground.
COOP is defined as an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept. It is also defined as a farm building for housing poultry.
COPE is defined as brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall. It is also defined as succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available. It is also defined as a long cloak; worn by a priest or bishop on ceremonial occasions.
ELOPE is defined as run away secretly with one’s beloved.
EPEE is defined as a fencing sword similar to a foil but with a heavier blade.
LAPEL is defined as lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar.
LEAP is defined as a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards. It is also defined as cause to jump or leap. It is also defined as pass abruptly from one state or topic to another. It is also defined as a sudden and decisive increase. It is also defined as an abrupt transition. It is also defined as move forward by leaps and bounds. It is also defined as jump down from an elevated point. It is also defined as the distance leaped (or to be leaped).
LOLLOP is defined as walk clumsily and with a bounce.
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.
LOPE is defined as a slow pace of running. It is also defined as a smooth three-beat gait; between a trot and a gallop. It is also defined as run easily.
OPAL is defined as a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones.
PACE is defined as a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride. It is also defined as the relative speed of progress or change. It is also defined as measure (distances) by pacing. It is also defined as the rate of moving (especially walking or running). It is also defined as the rate of some repeating event. It is also defined as a step in walking or running. It is also defined as the distance covered by a step. It is also defined as go at a pace. It is also defined as regulate or set the pace of. It is also defined as walk with slow or fast paces.
PAELLA is defined as saffron-flavored dish made of rice with shellfish and chicken.
PALACE is defined as a large and stately mansion. It is also defined as a large ornate exhibition hall. It is also defined as official residence of an exalted person (as a sovereign). It is also defined as the governing group of a kingdom.
The word PALAPA has no known definition.
PALE is defined as abnormally deficient in color as suggesting physical or emotional distress. It is also defined as a wooden strip forming part of a fence. It is also defined as turn pale, as if in fear. It is also defined as (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble. It is also defined as lacking in vitality or interest or effectiveness. It is also defined as not full or rich. It is also defined as very light colored; highly diluted with white.
The word PALEO has no known definition.
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).
The word PALP has no known definition.
PALPABLE is defined as clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment. It is also defined as capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt. It is also defined as (medicine) can be felt by palpation. It is also defined as so intense as to be almost touched or felt.
PAPA is defined as an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk.
PAPAL is defined as proceeding from or ordered by or subject to a pope or the papacy regarded as the successor of the Apostles.
PEACE is defined as the absence of mental stress or anxiety. It is also defined as the general security of public places. It is also defined as a treaty to cease hostilities. It is also defined as harmonious relations; freedom from disputes. It is also defined as the state prevailing during the absence of war.
PEACEABLE is defined as inclined or disposed to peace. It is also defined as not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war. It is also defined as disposed to peace or of a peaceful nature.
PEAL is defined as a deep prolonged sound (as of thunder or large bells). It is also defined as sound loudly and sonorously. It is also defined as ring recurrently.
PEBBLE is defined as a small smooth rounded rock.
PEEL is defined as British politician (1788-1850). It is also defined as the rind of a fruit or vegetable. It is also defined as come off in flakes or thin small pieces. It is also defined as strip the skin off. It is also defined as get undressed.
The word PEELABLE has no known definition.
PEEP is defined as a secret look. It is also defined as the short weak cry of a young bird. It is also defined as make high-pitched sounds. It is also defined as appear as though from hiding. It is also defined as cause to appear. It is also defined as look furtively. It is also defined as speak in a hesitant and high-pitched tone of voice.
PEOPLE is defined as the common people generally. It is also defined as the body of citizens of a state or country. It is also defined as fill with people. It is also defined as furnish with people. It is also defined as members of a family line. It is also defined as (plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively.
PLACE is defined as a job in an organization. It is also defined as assign a location to. It is also defined as a point located with respect to surface features of some region. It is also defined as assign a rank or rating to. It is also defined as the particular portion of space occupied by something. It is also defined as a particular situation. It is also defined as assign to a station. It is also defined as a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane). It is also defined as recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something. It is also defined as where you live at a particular time. It is also defined as identify the location or place of. It is also defined as locate. It is also defined as take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal. It is also defined as put into a certain place or abstract location. It is also defined as a public square with room for pedestrians. It is also defined as make an investment. It is also defined as proper or designated social situation. It is also defined as a blank area. It is also defined as any area set aside for a particular purpose. It is also defined as estimate. It is also defined as an item on a list or in a sequence. It is also defined as intend (something) to move towards a certain goal. It is also defined as the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another. It is also defined as a general vicinity. It is also defined as an abstract mental location. It is also defined as assign to (a job or a home). It is also defined as finish second or better in a horse or dog race. It is also defined as place somebody in a particular situation or location. It is also defined as proper or appropriate position or location. It is also defined as sing a note with the correct pitch. It is also defined as the passage that is being read. It is also defined as to arrange for.
PLEA is defined as a humble request for help from someone in authority. It is also defined as an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed. It is also defined as (law) a defendant’s answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer).
PLEB is defined as one of the common people.
PLEBE is defined as a military trainee (as at a military academy).
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.
POLE is defined as a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves. It is also defined as a square rod of land. It is also defined as one of two points of intersection of the Earth’s axis and the celestial sphere. It is also defined as propel with a pole. It is also defined as one of the two ends of a magnet where the magnetism seems to be concentrated. It is also defined as a linear measure of 16.5 feet. It is also defined as a long fiberglass sports implement used for pole vaulting. It is also defined as a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic. It is also defined as a native or inhabitant of Poland. It is also defined as deoxidize molten metals by stirring them with a wooden pole. It is also defined as one of two antipodal points where the Earth’s axis of rotation intersects the Earth’s surface. It is also defined as one of two divergent or mutually exclusive opinions. It is also defined as support on 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.
POOP is defined as obscene terms for feces. It is also defined as the rear part of a ship. It is also defined as slang terms for inside information. It is also defined as a stupid foolish person.
POPE is defined as English poet and satirist (1688-1744). It is also defined as the head of the Roman Catholic Church.
The word POPPA has no known definition.
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PACA is large rodent found all over South and Central America and they are consumed by humans. ALCOPOP, eh? This is why the rest of the world hates us!