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Today’s pangrams are GROUNDING and ROUNDING.
GROUNDING is defined as education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge. It is also defined as fastening electrical equipment to earth.
ROUNDING is defined as (mathematics) a miscalculation that results from rounding off numbers to a convenient number of decimals.
DINGO is defined as wolflike yellowish-brown wild dog of Australia.
The word DINO has no known definition.
DODGING is defined as nonperformance of something distasteful (as by deceit or trickery) that you are supposed to do. It is also defined as deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening. It is also defined as a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery.
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.
DOGGING is defined as relentless and indefatigable in pursuit or as if in pursuit.
DOGGO is defined as quietly in concealment.
The word DOING has no known definition.
DONG is defined as go `ding dong’, like a bell. It is also defined as the basic unit of money in Vietnam.
The word DONNING has no known definition.
DONOR is defined as person who makes a gift of property. It is also defined as (medicine) someone who gives blood or tissue or an organ to be used in another person (the host).
DOOR is defined as the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close. It is also defined as anything providing a means of access (or escape). It is also defined as a room that is entered via a door. It is also defined as a structure where people live or work (usually ordered along a street or road). It is also defined as a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle.
DOUR is defined as harshly uninviting or formidable in manner or appearance. It is also defined as stubbornly unyielding. It is also defined as showing a brooding ill humor.
The word DROID has no known definition.
DRONING is defined as an unchanging intonation.
DUGONG is defined as sirenian tusked mammal found from eastern Africa to Australia; the flat tail is bilobate.
The word DUNNO has no known definition.
GOING is defined as the act of departing. It is also defined as euphemistic expressions for death. It is also defined as advancing toward a goal. It is also defined as in full operation.
GONG is defined as a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument. It is also defined as a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick. It is also defined as sound a gong.
The word GONGING has no known definition.
GOOD is defined as that which is pleasing or valuable or useful. It is also defined as articles of commerce. It is also defined as with or in a close or intimate relationship. It is also defined as moral excellence or admirableness. It is also defined as exerting force or influence. It is also defined as promoting or enhancing well-being. It is also defined as (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good’ is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well’). It is also defined as tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health. It is also defined as appealing to the mind. It is also defined as of moral excellence. It is also defined as not left to spoil. It is also defined as in excellent physical condition. It is also defined as not forged. It is also defined as having the normally expected amount. It is also defined as completely and absolutely (`good’ is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly’). It is also defined as deserving of esteem and respect. It is also defined as resulting favorably. It is also defined as having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude. It is also defined as financially safe. It is also defined as most suitable or right for a particular purpose. It is also defined as agreeable or pleasing. It is also defined as benefit. It is also defined as capable of pleasing. It is also defined as generally admired. It is also defined as having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified. It is also defined as morally admirable. It is also defined as thorough.
GOON is defined as an awkward stupid person. It is also defined as an aggressive and violent young criminal.
The word GORGING has no known definition.
GORGON is defined as (Greek mythology) any of three winged sister monsters and the mortal Medusa who had live snakes for hair; a glance at Medusa turned the beholder to stone.
GORING is defined as German politician in Nazi Germany who founded the Gestapo and mobilized Germany for war (1893-1946).
The word GOUGING has no known definition.
GOURD is defined as any vine of the family Cucurbitaceae that bears fruits with hard rinds. It is also defined as bottle made from the dried shell of a bottle gourd. It is also defined as any of numerous inedible fruits with hard rinds.
GRIDIRON is defined as a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat. It is also defined as the playing field on which football is played.
GROG is defined as rum cut with water.
GROIN is defined as a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away. It is also defined as the crease at the junction of the inner part of the thigh with the trunk together with the adjacent region and often including the external genitals. It is also defined as a curved edge formed by two intersecting vaults. It is also defined as build with groins.
GROUND is defined as material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use). It is also defined as the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground. It is also defined as a rational motive for a belief or action. It is also defined as hit or reach the ground. It is also defined as a relation that provides the foundation for something. It is also defined as cover with a primer; apply a primer to. It is also defined as a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage). It is also defined as fix firmly and stably. It is also defined as use as a basis for; found on. It is also defined as bring to the ground. It is also defined as the solid part of the earth’s surface. It is also defined as the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface. It is also defined as the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface. It is also defined as a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle). It is also defined as a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused. It is also defined as (art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting. It is also defined as confine or restrict to the ground. It is also defined as connect to a ground. It is also defined as hit a groundball. It is also defined as hit onto the ground. It is also defined as instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject. It is also defined as place or put on the ground. It is also defined as throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage.
The word IGNORING has no known definition.
INDIGO is defined as deciduous subshrub of southeastern Asia having pinnate leaves and clusters of red or purple flowers; a source of indigo dye. It is also defined as a blue dye obtained from plants or made synthetically. It is also defined as a blue-violet color. It is also defined as having a color between blue and violet.
INDOOR is defined as located, suited for, or taking place within a building. It is also defined as within doors.
IRON is defined as home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth. It is also defined as a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood. It is also defined as extremely robust. It is also defined as press and smooth with a heated iron. It is also defined as implement used to brand live stock. It is also defined as a golf club that has a relatively narrow metal head.
IRONING is defined as garments (clothes or linens) that are to be (or have been) ironed. It is also defined as the work of using heat to smooth washed clothes in order to remove any wrinkles.
NODDING is defined as having branches or flower heads that bend downward.
NOGGIN is defined as informal terms for a human head.
The word NOIR has no known definition.
NONUNION is defined as not belonging to or not allowing affiliation with a trade union.
NOON is defined as the middle of the day.
The word NORI has no known definition.
NOUN is defined as a content word that can be used to refer to a person, place, thing, quality, or action. It is also defined as the word class that can serve as the subject or object of a verb, the object of a preposition, or in apposition.
ODOR is defined as any property detected by the olfactory system. It is also defined as the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form.
ONGOING is defined as currently happening.
ONION is defined as bulbous plant having hollow leaves cultivated worldwide for its rounded edible bulb. It is also defined as an aromatic flavorful vegetable. It is also defined as the bulb of an onion plant.
ORIGIN is defined as the descendants of one individual. It is also defined as the place where something begins, where it springs into being. It is also defined as properties attributable to your ancestry. It is also defined as an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events. It is also defined as the point of intersection of coordinate axes; where the values of the coordinates are all zero. It is also defined as the source of something’s existence or from which it derives or is derived.
RIGOR is defined as the quality of being valid and rigorous. It is also defined as excessive sternness. It is also defined as something hard to endure.
RONDO is defined as a musical form that is often the last movement of a sonata.
ROOD is defined as representation of the cross on which Jesus died.
The word ROUGING has no known definition.
ROUND is defined as a regular route for a sentry or policeman. It is also defined as an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs. It is also defined as the activity of playing 18 holes of golf. It is also defined as attack in speech or writing. It is also defined as become round, plump, or shapely. It is also defined as having the shape or form of a circle. It is also defined as any circular or rotating mechanism. It is also defined as the usual activities in your day. It is also defined as a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time. It is also defined as bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state. It is also defined as a charge of ammunition for a single shot. It is also defined as pronounce with rounded lips. It is also defined as (of sounds) full and rich. It is also defined as from beginning to end; throughout. It is also defined as (sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive. It is also defined as make round. It is also defined as a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic). It is also defined as express as a round number. It is also defined as a crosspiece between the legs of a chair. It is also defined as a cut of beef between the rump and the lower leg. It is also defined as an outburst of applause. It is also defined as (mathematics) expressed to the nearest integer, ten, hundred, or thousand. It is also defined as (often plural) a series of professional calls (usually in a set order). It is also defined as the course along which communications spread. It is also defined as wind around; move along a circular course.
The word UDON has no known definition.
UNDO is defined as deprive of certain characteristics. It is also defined as remove the outer cover or wrapping of. It is also defined as cause to become loose. It is also defined as cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect. It is also defined as cause the ruin or downfall of.
UNDOING is defined as loosening the ties that fasten something. It is also defined as an act that makes a previous act of no effect (as if not done).
The word UNGROUND has no known definition.
UNION is defined as healing process involving the growing together of the edges of a wound or the growing together of broken bones. It is also defined as being of or having to do with the northern United States and those loyal to the Union during the American Civil War. It is also defined as the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes. It is also defined as a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets. It is also defined as an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer. It is also defined as the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce). It is also defined as the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War). It is also defined as the state of being joined or united or linked. It is also defined as the act of making or becoming a single unit. It is also defined as a device on a national flag emblematic of the union of two or more sovereignties (typically in the upper inner corner). It is also defined as a political unit formed from previously independent people or organizations. It is also defined as of trade unions. It is also defined as the occurrence of a uniting of separate parts.
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