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Today’s pangram is NAMECHECK.
The word NAMECHECK has no known definition.
ACHE is defined as feel physical pain. It is also defined as have a desire for something or someone who is not present. It is also defined as be the source of pain. It is also defined as a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain.
ACME is defined as the highest point (of something). It is also defined as the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development.
ACNE is defined as an inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones.
AHEM is defined as the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc..
AMEN is defined as a primeval Egyptian personification of air and breath; worshipped especially at Thebes.
CACHE is defined as (computer science) RAM memory that is set aside as a specialized buffer storage that is continually updated; used to optimize data transfers between system elements with different characteristics. It is also defined as save up as for future use. It is also defined as a secret store of valuables or money. It is also defined as a hidden storage space (for money or provisions or weapons).
CAKE is defined as small flat mass of chopped food. It is also defined as form a coat over. It is also defined as a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax). It is also defined as baked goods made from or based on a mixture of flour, sugar, eggs, and fat.
The word CAME has no known definition.
CANE is defined as beat with a cane. It is also defined as a stick that people can lean on to help them walk. It is also defined as a stiff switch used to hit students as punishment. It is also defined as a strong slender often flexible stem as of bamboos, reeds, rattans, or sugar cane.
CHANCE is defined as a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances. It is also defined as come upon, as if by accident; meet with. It is also defined as occurring or appearing or singled out by chance. It is also defined as the possibility of future success. It is also defined as take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome. It is also defined as a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible. It is also defined as an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another. It is also defined as a risk involving danger. It is also defined as be the case by chance.
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.
EACH is defined as to or from every one of two or more (considered individually). It is also defined as (used of count nouns) every one considered individually.
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.
ENEMA is defined as an injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes.
ENHANCE is defined as increase. It is also defined as make better or more attractive.
HAKE is defined as any of several marine food fishes related to cod. It is also defined as the lean flesh of a fish similar to cod.
The word HECK has no known definition.
HEME is defined as a complex red organic pigment containing iron and other atoms to which oxygen binds.
HENCE is defined as (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result. It is also defined as from this place.
HENCHMAN is defined as someone who assists in a plot.
HENCHMEN is defined as someone who assists in a plot.
HENNA is defined as apply henna to one’s hair. It is also defined as a reddish brown dye used especially on hair.
KEEN is defined as express grief verbally. It is also defined as intense or sharp. It is also defined as painful as if caused by a sharp instrument. It is also defined as having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions. It is also defined as very good. It is also defined as a funeral lament sung with loud wailing. It is also defined as having a sharp cutting edge or point.
KNEE is defined as joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee. It is also defined as hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella. It is also defined as the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee.
MACE is defined as an official who carries a mace of office. It is also defined as (trademark) a liquid that temporarily disables a person; prepared as an aerosol and sprayed in the face, it irritates the eyes and causes dizziness and immobilization. It is also defined as a ceremonial staff carried as a symbol of office or authority. It is also defined as spice made from the dried fleshy covering of the nutmeg seed.
MAKE is defined as put in order or neaten. It is also defined as eliminate urine. It is also defined as have a bowel movement. It is also defined as institute, enact, or establish. It is also defined as create by artistic means. It is also defined as make by combining materials and parts. It is also defined as give certain properties to something. It is also defined as create or design, often in a certain way. It is also defined as charge with a function; charge to be. It is also defined as induce to have sex. It is also defined as head into a specified direction. It is also defined as achieve a point or goal. It is also defined as earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages. It is also defined as represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like. It is also defined as proceed along a path. It is also defined as the act of mixing cards haphazardly. It is also defined as reach a goal. It is also defined as organize or be responsible for. It is also defined as give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally. It is also defined as make, formulate, or derive in the mind. It is also defined as reach a destination, either real or abstract. It is also defined as engage in. It is also defined as cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner. It is also defined as prepare for eating by applying heat. It is also defined as a recognizable kind. It is also defined as to compose or represent. It is also defined as make or cause to be or to become. It is also defined as create or manufacture a man-made product. It is also defined as act in a certain way so as to acquire. It is also defined as add up to. It is also defined as amount to. It is also defined as appear to begin an activity. It is also defined as assure the success of. It is also defined as behave in a certain way. It is also defined as be or be capable of being changed or made into. It is also defined as be suitable for. It is also defined as calculate as being. It is also defined as carry out or commit. It is also defined as cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable. It is also defined as change from one form into another. It is also defined as compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way. It is also defined as consider as being. It is also defined as constitute the essence of. It is also defined as develop into. It is also defined as favor the development of. It is also defined as form by assembling individuals or constituents. It is also defined as gather and light the materials for. It is also defined as make by shaping or bringing together constituents. It is also defined as perform or carry out. It is also defined as reach in time. It is also defined as undergo fabrication or creation.
MANE is defined as growth of hair covering the scalp of a human being. It is also defined as long coarse hair growing from the crest of the animal’s neck.
MEAN is defined as (used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt. It is also defined as intend to refer to. It is also defined as marked by poverty befitting a beggar. It is also defined as of no value or worth. It is also defined as denote or connote. It is also defined as have as a logical consequence. It is also defined as (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity. It is also defined as an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n. It is also defined as approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value. It is also defined as have in mind as a purpose. It is also defined as having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality. It is also defined as mean or intend to express or convey. It is also defined as characterized by malice. It is also defined as destine or designate for a certain purpose. It is also defined as excellent.
MECCA is defined as a place that attracts many visitors. It is also defined as joint capital (with Riyadh) of Saudi Arabia; located in western Saudi Arabia; as the birthplace of Muhammad it is the holiest city of Islam.
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.
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).
MENACE is defined as pose a threat to; present a danger to. It is also defined as something that is a source of danger. It is also defined as act in a threatening manner. It is also defined as a threat or the act of threatening. It is also defined as express a threat either by an utterance or a gesture.
NAME is defined as assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to. It is also defined as give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of. It is also defined as give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property. It is also defined as family based on male descent. It is also defined as determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis. It is also defined as charge with a function; charge to be. It is also defined as identify as in botany or biology, for example. It is also defined as a defamatory or abusive word or phrase. It is also defined as a well-known or notable person. It is also defined as make reference to. It is also defined as create and charge with a task or function. It is also defined as a language unit by which a person or thing is known. It is also defined as a person’s reputation. It is also defined as by the sanction or authority of. It is also defined as mention and identify by name.
NANKEEN is defined as a durable fabric formerly loomed by hand in China from natural cotton having a yellowish color.
NECK is defined as kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion. It is also defined as the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body. It is also defined as an opening in a garment for the neck of the wearer; a part of the garment near the wearer’s neck. It is also defined as a cut of meat from the neck of an animal. It is also defined as a narrow elongated projecting strip of land. It is also defined as a narrow part of an artifact that resembles a neck in position or form.
The word NENE has no known definition.
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