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Today’s pangrams are BIBLIOMANIA and BINOMIAL.
BIBLIOMANIA is defined as an obsessive passion for collecting or possessing books.
BINOMIAL is defined as a mathematical expression consisting of two terms connected by a plus or minus sign. It is also defined as in biology, a two-part scientific name for an organism consisting of genus and species.
ABLOOM is defined as in a state of blooming or flowering.
AMINO is defined as relating to or containing the chemical group NH2 attached to a carbon atom.
AMMO is defined as ammunition; projectiles or other materials used in weapons.
AMMONIA is defined as a colorless, pungent gas (NH3) commonly used in cleaning products and fertilizers.
AMNIO is defined as short for amniocentesis, a medical procedure to test amniotic fluid.
ANIMA is defined as in Jungian psychology, the feminine inner personality or soul of a man. It is also defined as the animating or vital principle; the soul or spirit.
ANIMAL is defined as a living organism that typically feeds on organic matter and can move voluntarily. It is also defined as relating to or characteristic of animals. It is also defined as crude or brutish in nature.
BALM is defined as a soothing ointment or preparation applied to the skin. It is also defined as something that soothes or relieves pain, distress, or grief.
BAMBOO is defined as a fast-growing woody grass with jointed hollow stems, native to tropical regions.
BLAM is defined as a loud explosive sound or gunshot.
BLOOM is defined as the flower of a plant. It is also defined as to produce flowers or blossom. It is also defined as a state of health and beauty or a period of flourishing.
BOMB is defined as an explosive device designed to cause destruction. It is also defined as to attack with bombs. It is also defined as to fail badly or perform poorly.
BOOM is defined as a deep, resonant sound. It is also defined as a period of rapid economic growth or prosperity. It is also defined as a long pole or spar extending from the mast of a ship.
IAMB is defined as a metrical foot consisting of one short (or unstressed) syllable followed by one long (or stressed) syllable.
IAMBI is defined as plural of iamb; multiple metrical feet each consisting of one unstressed syllable followed by one stressed syllable.
IMAM is defined as a Muslim religious leader or prayer leader in a mosque.
LAMA is defined as a Buddhist monk or priest, especially in Tibet or Mongolia.
LAMB is defined as a young sheep. It is also defined as a gentle or innocent person.
LAMINA is defined as a thin plate, layer, or scale-like structure. It is also defined as in botany, the flat expanded part of a leaf.
LAMINAL is defined as of, relating to, or pronounced with the blade of the tongue against the teeth or alveolar ridge.
LIMA is defined as a type of large flat bean with a mild flavor, often eaten as a vegetable.
LIMB is defined as an arm or leg of a human or animal. It is also defined as a large branch of a tree.
LIMBO is defined as a state of uncertainty or neglect where things are left unresolved. It is also defined as in Christian theology, a place or state for virtuous souls excluded from heaven. It is also defined as a Caribbean dance in which the dancer bends backward to pass under a progressively lowered bar.
LIMINAL is defined as of, relating to, or situated at a threshold or boundary between states.
LIMN is defined as to draw or paint on a surface. It is also defined as to describe in words or depict in writing.
LIMO is defined as short for limousine; a luxury vehicle with a partition between driver and passengers.
LLAMA is defined as a large woolly South American animal related to the camel, domesticated for wool and transportation.
LOAM is defined as a fertile soil containing a mixture of clay, sand, and organic matter.
LOOM is defined as a machine or apparatus for weaving thread into fabric. It is also defined as to appear indistinctly or seem impressively large or threatening.
MAIL is defined as letters and packages sent through a postal system. It is also defined as to send something by post. It is also defined as flexible armor made of interlocking rings or plates.
MAILMAN is defined as a person employed to deliver mail.
MAIM is defined as to injure or damage someone so that part of their body is permanently disabled.
MAIN is defined as of greatest importance or significance; principal. It is also defined as a pipe or cable supplying power, water, or gas to a building or area.
MALL is defined as a large enclosed shopping center containing stores and restaurants.
MAMA is defined as mother; a woman who has given birth to a child.
MAMBA is defined as a large venomous African snake, typically black or green.
MAMBO is defined as a Latin American dance originating in Cuba with a syncopated rhythm. It is also defined as the music for this dance.
MAMMA is defined as mother; an alternative spelling of mama.
MAMMAL is defined as a warm-blooded vertebrate animal that produces milk to feed its young and typically has hair or fur.
MAMMALIAN is defined as of, relating to, or characteristic of mammals.
MAMMON is defined as wealth regarded as an evil influence or false god.
MANIA is defined as an excessive enthusiasm or craze for something. It is also defined as a mental illness characterized by periods of abnormally elevated mood and energy.
MANILA is defined as a strong brownish paper made from Manila hemp, used for envelopes and folders. It is also defined as relating to Manila, the capital of the Philippines.
MANNA is defined as in the Bible, the miraculous food provided by God to the Israelites in the desert. It is also defined as unexpected benefit or blessing received.
MILL is defined as a building equipped with machinery for grinding grain into flour. It is also defined as a factory where raw materials are processed into products. It is also defined as to grind or process in a mill.
MILLION is defined as the number 1,000,000. It is also defined as a very large number or amount.
MINI is defined as a small version of something. It is also defined as very small in size.
MINIM is defined as a unit of liquid measure equal to one-sixtieth of a dram. It is also defined as a note in music with a duration of two beats.
MINIMA is defined as plural of minimum; the smallest or lowest points, values, or amounts.
MINIMAL is defined as of, relating to, or being a minimum; the least possible. It is also defined as relating to an artistic style using simple geometric forms and primary colors.
MINION is defined as a follower or underling, especially one who is obsequious. It is also defined as a small, insignificant creature or being.
MOAN is defined as a low sound expressing pain, grief, or sexual pleasure. It is also defined as to complain or express dissatisfaction.
MOIL is defined as to work hard; to toil or labor. It is also defined as to churn or swirl turbulently.
MOLL is defined as a gangster’s girlfriend or mistress. It is also defined as a woman of loose morals.
MOMMA is defined as mother; an informal or colloquial spelling of mama.
MONO is defined as a viral infection characterized by fever, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. It is also defined as short for monophonic sound; audio recorded or transmitted as a single channel.
MONOBOB is defined as a bobsled competition or sled designed for a single rider.
MONOMANIA is defined as excessive concentration on a single idea or interest; an excessive enthusiasm for one thing.
MONOMIAL is defined as a mathematical expression consisting of a single term.
MOOLA is defined as money or cash.
MOON is defined as earth’s natural satellite. It is also defined as to expose one’s buttocks as an insult or prank. It is also defined as to spend time idly or dreamily.
NIMBI is defined as plural of nimbus; halos or luminous clouds surrounding a deity or holy figure.
NOMINAL is defined as existing in name only; not real or actual. It is also defined as very small in amount; minimal. It is also defined as of or relating to nouns or names.
OILMAN is defined as a person who works in the oil industry, especially in exploration or drilling.
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