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Today’s pangram is HOLIDAY.
HOLIDAY is defined as leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure. It is also defined as spend or take a vacation. It is also defined as a day on which work is suspended by law or custom.
DADDY is defined as an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk.
DAHLIA is defined as any of several plants of or developed from the species Dahlia pinnata having tuberous roots and showy rayed variously colored flower heads; native to the mountains of Mexico and Central America and Colombia.
DAILY is defined as of or belonging to or occurring every day. It is also defined as gradually and progressively. It is also defined as appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions. It is also defined as a newspaper that is published every day. It is also defined as every day; without missing a day.
DALLY is defined as talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions. It is also defined as consider not very seriously. It is also defined as waste time. It is also defined as behave carelessly or indifferently.
DAYLILY is defined as any of numerous perennials having tuberous roots and long narrow bladelike leaves and usually yellow lily-like flowers that bloom for only a day.
DIAL is defined as a disc on a telephone that is rotated a fixed distance for each number called. It is also defined as choose by means of a dial. It is also defined as operate a dial to select a telephone number. It is also defined as the circular graduated indicator on various measuring instruments. It is also defined as the control on a radio or television set that is used for tuning. It is also defined as the face of a timepiece; graduated to show the hours.
DIDDLY is defined as a small worthless amount.
DILDO is defined as a vibrating device that substitutes for an erect penis to provide vaginal stimulation.
DILL is defined as aromatic threadlike foliage of the dill plant used as seasoning. It is also defined as aromatic Old World herb having aromatic threadlike foliage and seeds used as seasoning.
The word DILLY has no known definition.
DILLYDALLY is defined as postpone doing what one should be doing.
DODO is defined as someone whose style is out of fashion. It is also defined as extinct heavy flightless bird of Mauritius related to pigeons.
DOILY is defined as a small round piece of linen placed under a dish or bowl.
DOLL is defined as informal terms for a (young) woman. It is also defined as a small replica of a person; used as a toy.
DOLLY is defined as a small replica of a person; used as a toy. It is also defined as conveyance consisting of a wheeled platform for moving heavy objects. It is also defined as conveyance consisting of a wheeled support on which a camera can be mounted.
DOODAD is defined as something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known.
DYAD is defined as two items of the same kind.
HOLD is defined as be capable of holding or containing. It is also defined as be pertinent or relevant or applicable. It is also defined as have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense. It is also defined as be the physical support of; carry the weight of. It is also defined as resist or confront with resistance. It is also defined as a state of being confined (usually for a short time). It is also defined as lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits. It is also defined as drink alcohol without showing ill effects. It is also defined as cause to stop. It is also defined as have room for; hold without crowding. It is also defined as time during which some action is awaited. It is also defined as have or hold in one’s hands or grip. It is also defined as organize or be responsible for. It is also defined as the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it. It is also defined as be valid, applicable, or true. It is also defined as protect against a challenge or attack. It is also defined as maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings). It is also defined as to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement. It is also defined as keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view. It is also defined as the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo. It is also defined as have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices. It is also defined as contain or hold; have within. It is also defined as bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted. It is also defined as a cell in a jail or prison. It is also defined as be in accord; be in agreement. It is also defined as the act of grasping. It is also defined as secure and keep for possible future use or application. It is also defined as cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., `keep clean’. It is also defined as support or hold in a certain manner. It is also defined as declare to be. It is also defined as understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something. It is also defined as arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance. It is also defined as aim, point, or direct. It is also defined as assert or affirm. It is also defined as a stronghold. It is also defined as cover as for protection against noise or smell. It is also defined as have as a major characteristic. It is also defined as hold the attention of. It is also defined as keep from departing. It is also defined as keep from exhaling or expelling. It is also defined as power by which something or someone is affected or dominated. It is also defined as remain committed to. It is also defined as remain in a certain state, position, or condition. It is also defined as stop dealing with. It is also defined as take and maintain control over, often by violent means.
HOOD is defined as a protective covering that is part of a plant. It is also defined as protective covering consisting of a metal part that covers the engine. It is also defined as an aggressive and violent young criminal. It is also defined as metal covering leading to a vent that exhausts smoke or fumes. It is also defined as a tubular attachment used to keep stray light out of the lens of a camera. It is also defined as a headdress that protects the head and face. It is also defined as cover with a hood. It is also defined as (falconry) a leather covering for a hawk’s head. It is also defined as (slang) a neighborhood. It is also defined as the folding roof of a carriage. It is also defined as (zoology) an expandable part or marking that resembles a hood on the head or neck of an animal.
HOODOO is defined as a charm superstitiously believed to embody magical powers. It is also defined as a practitioner of voodoo. It is also defined as bring bad luck; be a source of misfortune. It is also defined as (geology) a column of weathered and unusually shaped rock. It is also defined as something believed to bring bad luck.
HYOID is defined as a U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue muscles. It is also defined as of or relating to the hyoid bone.
IDLY is defined as in an idle manner.
IDOL is defined as an ideal instance; a perfect embodiment of a concept. It is also defined as a material effigy that is worshipped. It is also defined as someone who is adored blindly and excessively.
IDYL is defined as a short poem descriptive of rural or pastoral life. It is also defined as a musical composition that evokes rural life.
IDYLL is defined as a short poem descriptive of rural or pastoral life. It is also defined as a musical composition that evokes rural life. It is also defined as an episode of such pastoral or romantic charm as to qualify as the subject of a poetic idyll.
LADY is defined as a woman of refinement. It is also defined as a woman of the peerage in Britain. It is also defined as a polite name for any woman.
LAID is defined as set down according to a plan.
LOAD is defined as a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time. It is also defined as corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones. It is also defined as a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks. It is also defined as goods carried by a large vehicle. It is also defined as provide (a device) with something necessary. It is also defined as weight to be borne or conveyed. It is also defined as the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents. It is also defined as fill or place a load on. It is also defined as an onerous or difficult concern. It is also defined as an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate. It is also defined as electrical device to which electrical power is delivered. It is also defined as put (something) on a structure or conveyance. It is also defined as the power output of a generator or power plant. It is also defined as transfer from a storage device to a computer’s memory.
ODDLY is defined as in a manner differing from the usual or expected. It is also defined as in a strange manner.
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