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Today’s pangram is HEMLOCK.
HEMLOCK is defined as large branching biennial herb native to Eurasia and Africa and adventive in North America having large fernlike leaves and white flowers; usually found in damp habitats; all parts extremely poisonous. It is also defined as an evergreen tree. It is also defined as poisonous drug derived from an Eurasian plant of the genus Conium. It is also defined as soft coarse splintery wood of a hemlock tree especially the western hemlock.
CELL is defined as a room where a prisoner is kept. It is also defined as small room in which a monk or nun lives. It is also defined as a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction. It is also defined as a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver. It is also defined as a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement. It is also defined as any small compartment. It is also defined as (biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form colonies or tissues as in higher plants and animals.
CELLO is defined as a large stringed instrument; seated player holds it upright while playing.
CHECK is defined as an appraisal of the state of affairs. It is also defined as be verified or confirmed; pass inspection. It is also defined as make cracks or chinks in. It is also defined as a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something. It is also defined as examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition. It is also defined as develop (a child’s or animal’s) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control. It is also defined as become fractured; break or crack on the surface only. It is also defined as lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits. It is also defined as the state of inactivity following an interruption. It is also defined as find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort. It is also defined as slow the growth or development of. It is also defined as a written order directing a bank to pay money. It is also defined as be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something. It is also defined as mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on. It is also defined as additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct. It is also defined as a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.. It is also defined as the act of inspecting or verifying. It is also defined as something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress. It is also defined as the bill in a restaurant. It is also defined as put a check mark on or near or next to. It is also defined as be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics. It is also defined as hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of. It is also defined as the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess. It is also defined as abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey. It is also defined as arrest the motion (of something) abruptly. It is also defined as a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard). It is also defined as block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey. It is also defined as (chess) a direct attack on an opponent’s king. It is also defined as consign for shipment on a vehicle. It is also defined as decline to initiate betting. It is also defined as hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping. It is also defined as make an examination or investigation. It is also defined as obstructing an opponent in ice hockey. It is also defined as place into check. It is also defined as stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution. It is also defined as stop in a chase especially when scent is lost. It is also defined as verify by consulting a source or authority. It is also defined as write out a check on a bank account.
CHEEK is defined as either of the two large fleshy masses of muscular tissue that form the human rump. It is also defined as an impudent statement. It is also defined as impudent aggressiveness. It is also defined as either side of the face below the eyes. It is also defined as speak impudently to.
The word CHEMO has no known definition.
CHOKE is defined as become stultified, suppressed, or stifled. It is also defined as become or cause to become obstructed. It is also defined as wring the neck of. It is also defined as a coil of low resistance and high inductance used in electrical circuits to pass direct current and attenuate alternating current. It is also defined as pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life. It is also defined as impair the respiration of or obstruct the air passage of. It is also defined as struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake. It is also defined as suppress the development, creativity, or imagination of. It is also defined as reduce the air supply. It is also defined as be too tight; rub or press. It is also defined as cause to retch or choke. It is also defined as constrict (someone’s) throat and keep from breathing. It is also defined as a valve that controls the flow of air into the carburetor of a gasoline engine. It is also defined as breathe with great difficulty, as when experiencing a strong emotion. It is also defined as check or slow down the action or effect of. It is also defined as fail to perform adequately due to tension or agitation.
CLOCHE is defined as a low transparent cover put over young plants to protect them from cold. It is also defined as a woman’s close-fitting hat that resembles a helmet.
COCKLE is defined as stir up (water) so as to form ripples. It is also defined as to gather something into small wrinkles or folds. It is also defined as common edible, burrowing European bivalve mollusk that has a strong, rounded shell with radiating ribs. It is also defined as common edible European bivalve.
COKE is defined as street names for cocaine. It is also defined as Coca Cola is a trademarked cola. It is also defined as become coke. It is also defined as carbon fuel produced by distillation of coal.
COME is defined as come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example. It is also defined as add up in number or quantity. It is also defined as come to one’s mind; suggest itself. It is also defined as the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract. It is also defined as come forth. It is also defined as move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody. It is also defined as be a native of. It is also defined as develop into. It is also defined as proceed or get along. It is also defined as come under, be classified or included. It is also defined as reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress. It is also defined as be received. It is also defined as to be the product or result. It is also defined as be found or available. It is also defined as come to pass; arrive, as in due course. It is also defined as cover a certain distance. It is also defined as exist or occur in a certain point in a series. It is also defined as experience orgasm. It is also defined as extend or reach. It is also defined as happen as a result. It is also defined as have a certain priority. It is also defined as reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position.
ECHO is defined as ring or echo with sound. It is also defined as call to mind. It is also defined as to say again or imitate. It is also defined as the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves. It is also defined as a close parallel of a feeling, idea, style, etc.. It is also defined as an imitation or repetition. It is also defined as a reflected television or radio or radar beam. It is also defined as a reply that repeats what has just been said. It is also defined as (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained.
EMCEE is defined as a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers). It is also defined as act as a master of ceremonies.
The word HECK has no known definition.
HECKLE is defined as a comb for separating flax fibers. It is also defined as comb with a heckle. It is also defined as challenge aggressively.
HEEL is defined as someone who is morally reprehensible. It is also defined as put a new heel on. It is also defined as tilt to one side. It is also defined as follow at the heels of a person. It is also defined as (golf) the part of the clubhead where it joins the shaft. It is also defined as one of the crusty ends of a loaf of bread. It is also defined as perform with the heels. It is also defined as strike with the heel of the club. It is also defined as the back part of the human foot. It is also defined as the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation. It is also defined as the lower end of a ship’s mast.
HELL is defined as (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment. It is also defined as (religion) the world of the dead. It is also defined as noisy and unrestrained mischief. It is also defined as any place of pain and turmoil. It is also defined as a cause of difficulty and suffering.
HELLHOLE is defined as any place of pain and turmoil.
HELLO is defined as an expression of greeting.
HELM is defined as be at or take the helm of. It is also defined as (figurative) a position of leadership. It is also defined as steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered.
HEME is defined as a complex red organic pigment containing iron and other atoms to which oxygen binds.
HOLE is defined as informal terms for a difficult situation. It is also defined as one playing period (from tee to green) on a golf course. It is also defined as hit the ball into the hole. It is also defined as informal terms for the mouth. It is also defined as a depression hollowed out of solid matter. It is also defined as a fault. It is also defined as an opening deliberately made in or through something. It is also defined as an opening into or through something. It is also defined as an unoccupied space. It is also defined as make holes in.
HOME is defined as (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score. It is also defined as an institution where people are cared for. It is also defined as a social unit living together. It is also defined as inside the country. It is also defined as where you live at a particular time. It is also defined as the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end. It is also defined as housing that someone is living in. It is also defined as an environment offering affection and security. It is also defined as place where something began and flourished. It is also defined as provide with, or send to, a home. It is also defined as return home accurately from a long distance. It is also defined as the country or state or city where you live. It is also defined as used of your own ground. It is also defined as relating to or being where one lives or where one’s roots are.
KEEL is defined as walk as if unable to control one’s movements. It is also defined as a projection or ridge that suggests a keel. It is also defined as one of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability. It is also defined as the median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly.
LECH is defined as man with strong sexual desires.
LEECH is defined as a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage. It is also defined as draw blood. It is also defined as carnivorous or bloodsucking aquatic or terrestrial worms typically having a sucker at each end.
LEEK is defined as plant having a large slender white bulb and flat overlapping dark green leaves; used in cooking; believed derived from the wild Allium ampeloprasum. It is also defined as related to onions; white cylindrical bulb and flat dark-green leaves.
MEEK is defined as evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant. It is also defined as very docile. It is also defined as humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness.
MELEE is defined as a noisy riotous fight.
MEME is defined as a cultural unit (an idea or value or pattern of behavior) that is passed from one person to another by non-genetic means (as by imitation).
MEMO is defined as a written proposal or reminder.
The word MOHEL has no known definition.
MOLE is defined as a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away. It is also defined as the molecular weight of a substance expressed in grams; the basic unit of amount of substance adopted under the Systeme International d’Unites. It is also defined as a spy who works against enemy espionage. It is also defined as a small congenital pigmented spot on the skin. It is also defined as small velvety-furred burrowing mammal having small eyes and fossorial forefeet. It is also defined as spicy sauce often containing chocolate.
OLEO is defined as a spread made chiefly from vegetable oils and used as a substitute for butter.
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