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Today’s pangrams are COMPETENCE, COMPETENT, COMPONENT, CONTEMPT, and NONCOMPETE.
COMPETENCE is defined as the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually.
COMPETENT is defined as adequate, but not outstanding or exceptional. It is also defined as properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient. It is also defined as legally qualified or sufficient.
COMPONENT is defined as an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system. It is also defined as an abstract part of something. It is also defined as something determined in relation to something that includes it.
CONTEMPT is defined as a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous. It is also defined as open disrespect for a person or thing. It is also defined as lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike. It is also defined as a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body.
The word NONCOMPETE has no known definition.
COMP is defined as an intensive examination testing a student’s proficiency in some special field of knowledge.
COMPETE is defined as compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others.
COMPOTE is defined as dessert of stewed or baked fruit.
CONCEPT is defined as an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances.
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.
The word COOPT has no known definition.
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.
EPEE is defined as a fencing sword similar to a foil but with a heavier blade.
MOPE is defined as be apathetic, gloomy, or dazed. It is also defined as someone who wastes time. It is also defined as move around slowly and aimlessly.
MOPPET is defined as a little girl (usually one you are fond of).
The word NOPE has no known definition.
OPEN is defined as (of textures) full of small openings or gaps. It is also defined as not defended or capable of being defended. It is also defined as possibly accepting or permitting. It is also defined as with no protection or shield. It is also defined as not sealed or having been unsealed. It is also defined as openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness. It is also defined as affording free passage or view. It is also defined as start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning. It is also defined as a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water. It is also defined as ready or willing to receive favorably. It is also defined as used of mouth or eyes. It is also defined as spread out or open from a closed or folded state. It is also defined as become available. It is also defined as afford access to. It is also defined as open and observable; not secret or hidden. It is also defined as where the air is unconfined. It is also defined as affording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed. It is also defined as become open. It is also defined as information that has become public. It is also defined as make available. It is also defined as cause to open or to become open. It is also defined as not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought. It is also defined as accessible to all. It is also defined as affording free passage or access. It is also defined as a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play. It is also defined as begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc.. It is also defined as display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer. It is also defined as having no protecting cover or enclosure. It is also defined as make the opening move. It is also defined as not having been filled. It is also defined as not requiring union membership. It is also defined as open to or in view of all. It is also defined as ready for business. It is also defined as (set theory) of an interval that contains neither of its endpoints. It is also defined as without undue constriction as from e.g. tenseness or inhibition. It is also defined as have an opening or passage or outlet.
OPPONENT is defined as characterized by active hostility. It is also defined as someone who offers opposition. It is also defined as a contestant that you are matched against.
PEEN is defined as the part of a hammerhead opposite the flat striking surface (may have various shapes).
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.
The word PENCE has no known definition.
PENMEN is defined as informal terms for journalists.
PENNE is defined as pasta in short tubes with diagonally cut ends.
PENT is defined as closely confined.
PEON is defined as a laborer who is obliged to do menial work.
POEM is defined as a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines.
POET is defined as a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry).
POME is defined as a fleshy fruit (apple or pear or related fruits) having seed chambers and an outer fleshy part.
POMP is defined as ceremonial elegance and splendor. It is also defined as cheap or pretentious or vain display.
The word POMPOM has no known definition.
PONE is defined as cornbread often made without milk or eggs and baked or fried (southern).
PONTOON is defined as a float supporting a seaplane. It is also defined as (nautical) a floating structure (as a flat-bottomed boat) that serves as a dock or to support a bridge.
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.
POPPET is defined as a mushroom-shaped valve that rises perpendicularly from its seat; commonly used in internal-combustion engines.
POTENT is defined as having great influence. It is also defined as having or wielding force or authority. It is also defined as (of a male) capable of copulation. It is also defined as having a strong physiological or chemical effect.
TEEPEE is defined as a Native American tent; usually of conical shape.
TEMP is defined as a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis.
TEMPO is defined as (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played. It is also defined as the rate of some repeating event.
TEMPT is defined as induce into action by using one’s charm. It is also defined as provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion. It is also defined as dispose or incline or entice to. It is also defined as give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting. It is also defined as try presumptuously. It is also defined as try to seduce.
TEPEE is defined as a Native American tent; usually of conical shape.
TOPE is defined as a dome-shaped shrine erected by Buddhists. It is also defined as drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic.
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