New York Times NYT Spelling Bee Answers and Solution for February 19, 2023

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Today’s pangram is OPULENT.

OPULENT is defined as ostentatiously rich and superior in quality.

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.

LETUP is defined as a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished.

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.

LOUPE is defined as small magnifying glass (usually set in an eyepiece) used by jewelers and horologists.

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.

The word OUTPOLL has no known definition.

OUTPUT is defined as signal that comes out of an electronic system. It is also defined as what is produced in a given time period. It is also defined as the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time). It is also defined as final product; the things produced. It is also defined as production of a certain amount. It is also defined as to create or manufacture a specific amount.

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.

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.

PELLET is defined as a solid missile discharged from a firearm. It is also defined as a small sphere.

The word PELOTON has no known definition.

PELT is defined as attack and bombard with or as if with missiles. It is also defined as the dressed hairy coat of a mammal. It is also defined as rain heavily. It is also defined as body covering of a living animal. It is also defined as cast, hurl, or throw repeatedly with some missile.

PENNE is defined as pasta in short tubes with diagonally cut ends.

PENT is defined as closely confined.

PENULT is defined as the next to last syllable in a word.

PEON is defined as a laborer who is obliged to do menial work.

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.

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.

PLOT is defined as make a plat of. It is also defined as a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal). It is also defined as a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation. It is also defined as make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed. It is also defined as a chart or graph showing the movements or progress of an object. It is also defined as devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet). It is also defined as plan secretly, usually something illegal. It is also defined as the story that is told in a novel or play or movie etc..

POET is defined as a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry).

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.

POLLEN is defined as the fine spores that contain male gametes and that are borne by an anther in a flowering plant.

POLLUTE is defined as make impure.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The word POULT has no known definition.

POUT is defined as a disdainful grimace. It is also defined as catfish common in eastern United States. It is also defined as be in a huff and display one’s displeasure. It is also defined as marine eellike mostly bottom-dwelling fishes of northern seas. It is also defined as make a sad face and thrust out one’s lower lip.

PULE is defined as cry weakly or softly.

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.

PULLET is defined as flesh of a medium-sized young chicken suitable for frying. It is also defined as young hen usually less than a year old.

PULLOUT is defined as to break off a military action with an enemy.

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.

PUNT is defined as (football) a kick in which the football is dropped from the hands and kicked before it touches the ground. It is also defined as formerly the basic unit of money in Ireland; equal to 100 pence. It is also defined as propel with a pole. It is also defined as place a bet on. It is also defined as an open flat-bottomed boat used in shallow waters and propelled by a long pole. It is also defined as kick the ball.

PUPPET is defined as a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else. It is also defined as a small figure of a person operated from above with strings by a puppeteer. It is also defined as a doll with a hollow head of a person or animal and a cloth body; intended to fit over the hand and be manipulated with the fingers.

PUTOUT is defined as an out resulting from a fielding play (not a strikeout).

PUTT is defined as hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter. It is also defined as hit a putt. It is also defined as strike (a golf ball) lightly, with a putter.

TEEPEE is defined as a Native American tent; usually of conical shape.

The word TENTPOLE has no known definition.

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.

TOPPLE is defined as fall down, as if collapsing. It is also defined as cause to topple or tumble by pushing.

TOUPEE is defined as a small hairpiece to cover partial baldness.

The word TUNEUP has no known definition.

TUPELO is defined as any of several gum trees of swampy areas of North America. It is also defined as a town in northeast Mississippi. It is also defined as pale soft wood of a tupelo tree especially the water gum.

UNOPEN is defined as not open.

The word UNPEN has no known definition.

UPON is defined as On; — used in all the senses of that word, with which it is interchangeable..

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One Comment

  1. “Will you be going to the big game with us?” “Nope”.
    “It’s no wonder our candidate won: he outpolled his opponent every single time.”
    Peloton: the main field or group of cyclists in a race.
    Poult: a young domestic chicken, turkey, pheasant, or other fowl being raised for food.
    When the circus was ready to move to the next town, the “big top” was taken down and the tentpoles stacked neatly on a railcar.
    “Has your car had a tuneup lately?” “No, I just haven’t had the time.”
    Farm animals are usually kept in a pen. When you release them, you unpen them.

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