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Today’s pangrams are CURTAIN and TACITURN.
CURTAIN is defined as a piece of fabric hung to cover a window or divide a space. It is also defined as something that conceals or screens from view. It is also defined as the drape that opens and closes on a theater stage.
TACITURN is defined as habitually silent or reserved in speech. It is also defined as characterized by few words or reluctance to talk.
ACACIA is defined as a tropical tree or shrub with feathery leaves and yellow flowers. It is also defined as the wood of this tree used for timber or gum production.
ACAI is defined as a purple South American berry from a palm tree. It is also defined as a juice or smoothie bowl made from this berry.
ANTARCTIC is defined as relating to the region around the South Pole. It is also defined as extremely cold or icy in temperature or character.
ANTI is defined as a prefix meaning against or opposed to. It is also defined as a person who opposes something.
ANTIC is defined as a playful or silly act or gesture. It is also defined as grotesque or bizarre in appearance or behavior.
ARANCINI is defined as italian fried rice balls typically filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables.
ARCTIC is defined as relating to the region around the North Pole. It is also defined as extremely cold in temperature.
ARIA is defined as a long, accompanied song for a solo voice in an opera or oratorio.
ARNICA is defined as a plant with yellow flowers used medicinally to treat bruises and inflammation. It is also defined as a preparation or salve made from this plant.
ATRIA is defined as plural of atrium; upper chambers of the heart. It is also defined as open central courtyards in ancient Roman houses.
ATTAIN is defined as to achieve or accomplish a goal or objective. It is also defined as to reach a particular age, level, or state.
ATTIC is defined as a room or space directly below the roof of a building. It is also defined as relating to Athens or its ancient literary culture.
CACTI is defined as plural of cactus; fleshy plants with spines native to arid regions.
CAIRN is defined as a pile of stones built as a landmark or memorial. It is also defined as a mound of rocks marking a trail or boundary.
CANTINA is defined as a bar or tavern, especially in Spanish-speaking regions. It is also defined as a canteen or dining facility.
CIRCA is defined as at approximately a specified date or time.
CIRCUIT is defined as a path or route that begins and ends at the same place. It is also defined as a closed loop through which electric current flows. It is also defined as a group of related courts or judges in a jurisdiction.
CIRRI is defined as plural of cirrus; thin, wispy clouds at high altitude. It is also defined as tendril-like or hair-like structures on organisms.
CITRIC is defined as relating to or derived from citric acid found in citrus fruits.
CRANIA is defined as plural of cranium; the part of the skull enclosing the brain.
CRITIC is defined as a person who judges or evaluates artistic or literary works. It is also defined as a person who expresses disapproval or finds fault.
INCANT is defined as to chant or recite a magical formula or spell.
INCUR is defined as to become subject to or liable for something undesirable. It is also defined as to bring upon oneself through one’s actions.
INTACT is defined as not damaged, broken, or impaired; whole and complete. It is also defined as not having been opened or entered.
INTUIT is defined as to know or understand something by intuition rather than reasoning.
INURN is defined as to place ashes in an urn after cremation.
IRRITANT is defined as a substance or agent that causes irritation or inflammation. It is also defined as something that annoys or bothers persistently.
NIACIN is defined as a B vitamin found in foods, used to treat vitamin deficiency and high cholesterol.
NITRIC is defined as relating to or containing nitrogen in high oxidation states.
RAIN is defined as water falling from clouds to the earth’s surface. It is also defined as a large quantity of things falling or coming down. It is also defined as to fall or pour down as if in rainfall.
RAITA is defined as an Indian side dish of yogurt mixed with cucumber, tomato, or other vegetables.
RANI is defined as an Indian queen or princess. It is also defined as the wife of a rajah or Indian king.
RICIN is defined as a poisonous protein found in castor beans.
RUIN is defined as to destroy or cause the downfall of something. It is also defined as the remains of a destroyed or deteriorated structure. It is also defined as complete destruction or collapse.
RUNIC is defined as relating to or written in runes, ancient Germanic letters. It is also defined as mysterious or cryptic in nature or appearance.
TACIT is defined as understood or implied without being stated directly. It is also defined as done or made in silence.
TACTIC is defined as a planned action or strategy to achieve a goal. It is also defined as a method or approach used to accomplish something.
TACTICIAN is defined as a person skilled in planning and executing tactics or strategies.
TAINT is defined as to contaminate or make impure. It is also defined as a trace of something undesirable or unpleasant.
TANNIC is defined as relating to or containing tannin, a substance found in plants.
TANNIN is defined as a bitter plant compound used in leather tanning and winemaking.
TANTRIC is defined as relating to Tantra, a Hindu and Buddhist practice involving rituals and meditation. It is also defined as characterized by sexual elements as practiced in certain spiritual traditions.
TIARA is defined as a jeweled ornamental crown or headpiece worn by women. It is also defined as a papal crown with three tiers worn by the Pope.
TINCT is defined as a color or tint in heraldry.
TINT is defined as a shade of color, especially a slight variety of a color. It is also defined as to color or shade something lightly.
TITAN is defined as a person or thing of enormous size, strength, or power. It is also defined as any of the giant deities in Greek mythology.
TITANIC is defined as of enormous size, power, or importance. It is also defined as relating to the Titans of Greek mythology.
TRAIN is defined as a series of railroad cars connected and pulled by a locomotive. It is also defined as a long line of people, animals, or vehicles following in sequence. It is also defined as to teach or instruct someone to do something.
TRAIT is defined as a characteristic quality or feature of a person or thing.
TUNIC is defined as a simple slip-on garment worn by ancient Greeks and Romans. It is also defined as a close-fitting jacket worn as part of a military or formal uniform.
TUTTI is defined as performed by all the instruments or voices together in music.
UNIT is defined as a single entity or thing regarded as complete in itself. It is also defined as a fixed quantity used as a standard of measurement. It is also defined as a division of an organization or military force.
UNITARIAN is defined as a person who believes in one god rather than the Christian Trinity. It is also defined as relating to or supporting Unitarianism.
URIC is defined as relating to or found in urine.
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