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Today’s pangrams are BLOCKABLE, COOKABLE, and LOCKABLE.
BLOCKABLE is defined as able to be blocked or obstructed.
COOKABLE is defined as able to be cooked or suitable for cooking.
LOCKABLE is defined as able to be locked or equipped with a lock.
ABACK is defined as by surprise or in an unexpected manner. It is also defined as toward the stern of a ship (nautical term).
ABLE is defined as having the power, skill, or means to do something. It is also defined as competent or talented.
ALACK is defined as an exclamation of sorrow or regret (archaic).
ALLELE is defined as a variant form of a gene at the same locus on a chromosome.
ALLOCABLE is defined as able to be allocated or distributed.
ALOE is defined as a succulent plant with thick leaves that produces a soothing gel used medicinally.
BABA is defined as a rich, sweet yeast cake often soaked in rum or syrup. It is also defined as a father or respectful form of address (from Turkish/Arabic).
BABBLE is defined as to talk rapidly and unintelligibly. It is also defined as the murmuring sound of flowing water.
BABE is defined as an infant or young child. It is also defined as an attractive young woman (informal).
BABEL is defined as a confused noise or hubbub. It is also defined as a scene of noisy confusion or disorder.
BABKA is defined as a rich, braided Jewish yeast bread or sweet cake.
BACK is defined as the rear surface of a person’s or animal’s body. It is also defined as to support or endorse someone or something. It is also defined as to move in reverse direction.
BAKE is defined as to cook with dry heat in an oven. It is also defined as to harden by subjecting to intense heat.
BALE is defined as a large wrapped bundle of hay, cotton, or similar material. It is also defined as to make into bales.
BALK is defined as to refuse to proceed or comply. It is also defined as an illegal motion by a pitcher in baseball.
BALL is defined as a spherical or rounded object used in games and sports. It is also defined as a formal social gathering for dancing.
BALLCOCK is defined as a valve mechanism with a floating ball that regulates water level in a tank.
BAOBAB is defined as a large African tree with a massive trunk that stores water.
BEAK is defined as the hard pointed or curved mouth part of a bird or other animal. It is also defined as a nose or nose-like projection (informal).
BLAB is defined as to talk too much or reveal secrets.
BLACK is defined as the darkest color, the absence of light. It is also defined as of African descent or relating to African Americans. It is also defined as evil or wicked in character.
BLACKBALL is defined as to reject or vote against someone’s membership. It is also defined as to exclude or ostracize someone from a group.
BLEAK is defined as cold, windy, and bare of vegetation. It is also defined as offering little hope; gloomy or depressing.
BOBA is defined as tapioca pearls used in bubble tea.
BOLA is defined as a weapon consisting of weights on the ends of interconnected cords, thrown to entangle prey or animals.
BOOKABLE is defined as able to be reserved or scheduled in advance.
CABAL is defined as a secret political group or faction. It is also defined as a conspiracy or secret plot.
CABALA is defined as an occult or esoteric tradition in Jewish mysticism (variant spelling of Kabbalah).
CABLE is defined as a thick rope or wire used for pulling or fastening. It is also defined as a system of wires for transmitting electrical signals or television.
CACAO is defined as a tropical tree whose seeds are used to make chocolate and cocoa.
CACKLE is defined as to laugh loudly or harshly. It is also defined as the harsh cry of a hen or similar bird.
CAKE is defined as a baked dessert made from flour, sugar, eggs, and other ingredients. It is also defined as a flattened compact mass of something.
CALL is defined as to summon or request someone’s presence. It is also defined as to make a telephone connection. It is also defined as to name or describe someone or something as.
CALLA is defined as a plant with a white or colored spathe and a yellow spadix, often called a calla lily.
CALLABLE is defined as able to be called upon or summoned. It is also defined as able to be redeemed before maturity (of a bond).
CALLALOO is defined as a leafy green tropical vegetable used in Caribbean cuisine.
CALLBACK is defined as a return call or request for someone to return. It is also defined as a recall of an actor or performer for an additional audition.
CLACK is defined as a sharp clicking sound. It is also defined as to make a sharp clicking or rattling noise.
CLOACA is defined as a common chamber in some animals into which the intestinal, urinary, and reproductive tracts empty. It is also defined as a sewer or underground passage.
CLOAK is defined as a long loose outer garment or robe. It is also defined as a cover or disguise concealing the truth.
COAL is defined as a black mineral substance used as fuel, formed from fossilized plant matter. It is also defined as a glowing or burning piece of coal or wood.
COCA is defined as a South American shrub whose leaves contain cocaine and are chewed for stimulation.
COCOA is defined as a powder made from roasted and ground cacao beans. It is also defined as a beverage made from cocoa powder.
COLA is defined as a carbonated soft drink typically flavored with kola nuts and caffeine.
COLLAB is defined as a collaborative project or work created jointly by multiple people (informal).
KABOB is defined as a dish of meat or vegetables grilled on a skewer (variant spelling of kebab).
KALE is defined as a leafy green cruciferous vegetable with curly or flat leaves.
KEBAB is defined as a dish of meat or vegetables grilled on a skewer.
KOALA is defined as a tree-dwelling marsupial mammal native to Australia that feeds on eucalyptus leaves.
KOLA is defined as a tropical African tree whose nuts contain caffeine and are used in cola drinks.
LABEL is defined as a piece of paper, fabric, or other material bearing a name or information. It is also defined as to attach a label to something. It is also defined as to classify or describe someone or something in a particular way.
LACE is defined as a delicate fabric made by looping, interlocking, or knotting threads. It is also defined as a cord or string used to fasten or tighten something. It is also defined as to add a small amount of something to a drink or food.
LACK is defined as the absence or insufficiency of something needed or wanted. It is also defined as to be without or not have something.
LAKE is defined as a large body of fresh or salt water surrounded by land. It is also defined as a bright red pigment or dye.
LEAK is defined as an unintended hole or opening through which liquid or gas escapes. It is also defined as to lose or escape through an opening. It is also defined as to disclose confidential information.
LOCAL is defined as relating to or affecting a particular area, region, or community. It is also defined as a person who lives in a particular place (noun).
LOCALE is defined as a place or location, especially the setting of a story or event.
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