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Today’s pangram is DOWNLINK.
The word DOWNLINK has no known definition.
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.
DINK is defined as a soft return so that the tennis ball drops abruptly after crossing the net. It is also defined as a couple who both have careers and no children (an acronym for dual income no kids).
The word DINO has no known definition.
DOWNWIND is defined as toward the wind. It is also defined as towards the side away from the wind. It is also defined as with the wind; in the direction the wind is blowing.
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.
The word KIDDO has no known definition.
KILL is defined as mark for deletion, rub off, or erase. It is also defined as end or extinguish by forceful means. It is also defined as thwart the passage of. It is also defined as drink down entirely. It is also defined as the act of terminating a life. It is also defined as be fatal. It is also defined as be the source of great pain for. It is also defined as cause the death of, without intention. It is also defined as cause to cease operating. It is also defined as cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly. It is also defined as deprive of life. It is also defined as destroy a vitally essential quality of or in. It is also defined as hit with great force. It is also defined as hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games. It is also defined as overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration. It is also defined as the body of an animal, or bodies of animals, killed by a person or another animal. It is also defined as the destruction of an enemy plane or ship or tank or missile. It is also defined as tire out completely.
KILN is defined as a furnace for firing or burning or drying such things as porcelain or bricks.
KILO is defined as one thousand grams; the basic unit of mass adopted under the Systeme International d’Unites.
KIND is defined as agreeable, conducive to comfort. It is also defined as tolerant and forgiving under provocation. It is also defined as a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality. It is also defined as having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior.
KINK is defined as curl tightly. It is also defined as a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (`rick’ and `wrick’ are British). It is also defined as form a curl, curve, or kink. It is also defined as a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight. It is also defined as a difficulty or flaw in a plan or operation. It is also defined as an eccentric idea. It is also defined as a person with unusual sexual tastes.
KIWI is defined as fuzzy brown egg-shaped fruit with slightly tart green flesh. It is also defined as nocturnal flightless bird of New Zealand having a long neck and stout legs; only surviving representative of the order Apterygiformes. It is also defined as climbing vine native to China; cultivated in New Zealand for its fuzzy edible fruit with green meat. It is also defined as a native or inhabitant of New Zealand.
LINK is defined as a two-way radio communication system (usually microwave); part of a more extensive telecommunication network. It is also defined as a fastener that serves to join or connect. It is also defined as make a logical or causal connection. It is also defined as be or become joined or united or linked. It is also defined as an interconnecting circuit between two or more locations for the purpose of transmitting and receiving data. It is also defined as link with or as with a yoke. It is also defined as the means of connection between things linked in series. It is also defined as the state of being connected. It is also defined as a connecting shape. It is also defined as a channel for communication between groups. It is also defined as connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces. It is also defined as a unit of length equal to 1/100 of a chain. It is also defined as (computing) an instruction that connects one part of a program or an element on a list to another program or list.
LION is defined as large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male. It is also defined as (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Leo. It is also defined as the fifth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about July 23 to August 22. It is also defined as a celebrity who is lionized (much sought after).
LOIN is defined as either side of the backbone between the hipbone and the ribs in humans as well as quadrupeds. It is also defined as a cut of meat taken from the side and back of an animal between the ribs and the rump.
The word NONILLION has no known definition.
OINK is defined as the short low gruff noise of the kind made by hogs. It is also defined as utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs.
The word OLIO has no known definition.
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.
WIDOW is defined as a woman whose husband is dead especially one who has not remarried. It is also defined as cause to be without a spouse.
The word WIKI has no known definition.
WILD is defined as in an uncontrolled and rampant manner. It is also defined as without civilizing influences. It is also defined as a wild primitive state untouched by civilization. It is also defined as without a basis in reason or fact. It is also defined as in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated. It is also defined as fanciful and unrealistic; foolish. It is also defined as a wild and uninhabited area left in its natural condition. It is also defined as talking or behaving irrationally. It is also defined as involving risk or danger. It is also defined as located in a dismal or remote area; desolate. It is also defined as (of the elements) as if showing violent anger. It is also defined as intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with. It is also defined as (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud. It is also defined as deviating widely from an intended course. It is also defined as in a state of extreme emotion. It is also defined as marked by extreme lack of restraint or control. It is also defined as in a wild or undomesticated manner.
The word WILDWOOD has no known definition.
WILL is defined as a legal document declaring a person’s wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die. It is also defined as the capability of conscious choice and decision and intention. It is also defined as leave or give by will after one’s death. It is also defined as a fixed and persistent intent or purpose. It is also defined as decree or ordain. It is also defined as determine by choice.
WILLOW is defined as any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix. It is also defined as a textile machine having a system of revolving spikes for opening and cleaning raw textile fibers.
WIND is defined as raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help. It is also defined as catch the scent of; get wind of. It is also defined as a reflex that expels intestinal gas through the anus. It is also defined as form into a wreath. It is also defined as empty rhetoric or insincere or exaggerated talk. It is also defined as arrange or or coil around. It is also defined as to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course. It is also defined as extend in curves and turns. It is also defined as the act of winding or twisting. It is also defined as a musical instrument in which the sound is produced by an enclosed column of air that is moved by bellows or the human breath. It is also defined as air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure. It is also defined as coil the spring of (some mechanical device) by turning a stem. It is also defined as an indication of potential opportunity. It is also defined as a tendency or force that influences events. It is also defined as breath.
WINDOW is defined as a pane of glass in a window. It is also defined as a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air. It is also defined as an opening in a wall or screen that admits light and air and through which customers can be served. It is also defined as an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function. It is also defined as a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened. It is also defined as a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material. It is also defined as (computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen. It is also defined as the time period that is considered best for starting or finishing something.
WINK is defined as a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat). It is also defined as keep back by blinking. It is also defined as gleam or glow intermittently. It is also defined as briefly shut the eyes. It is also defined as a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly. It is also defined as closing one eye quickly as a signal. It is also defined as signal by winking.
WINNOW is defined as blow away or off with a current of air. It is also defined as select desirable parts from a group or list. It is also defined as the act of separating grain from chaff. It is also defined as blow on. It is also defined as separate the chaff from grain by using air currents.
WINO is defined as a chronic drinker.
WOODWIND is defined as any wind instrument other than the brass instruments.
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