Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day

Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day

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Build your vocabulary with Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day! Each day a Merriam-Webster editor offers insight into a fascinating new word — explaining its meaning, current use, and little-known details about its origin.

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