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November 14, 2024
54%    46%    #81 votes

What does sabaton mean?

solleret, sabaton(noun)
armor plate that protects the foot; consists of mail with a solid toe and heel

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November 13, 2024
61%    39%    #158 votes

What does olid mean?

olid(Adjective)
evil-smelling; fetid.

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November 12, 2024
55%    45%    #80 votes

What does quipu mean?

quipu(noun)
calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records

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November 11, 2024
75%    25%    #44 votes

What does coagulate mean?

coagulate, coagulated, curdled, grumous, grumose(verb)
transformed from a liquid into a soft semisolid or solid mass

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November 10, 2024
61%    39%    #57 votes

What does tardigrade mean?

tardigrade(noun)
an arthropod of the division Tardigrada

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November 9, 2024
61%    39%    #98 votes

What does disabuse mean?

disabuse(verb)
free somebody (from an erroneous belief)

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November 8, 2024
55%    45%    #86 votes

What does canoodle mean?

canoodle(verb)
fondle or pet affectionately

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