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new word of the day - "A light schooner-rigged sailing boat used chiefly in North America, typically broad-beamed with two masts" - OED
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| Definition: | (verb) To take into the body by the mouth for digestion or absorption. |
| Synonyms: | consume, have, take in |
| Usage: | Chocolate can be lethal to dogs if they ingest too much of it. |
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  QuinceañeraThe Quinceañera is, in many Spanish-speaking regions of the Americas, the celebration of a young woman's fifteenth birthday and marks the transition from childhood to adulthood. In this latter respect, the Quinceañera is similar to the "sweet sixteen" or debutante ball of the English-speaking world. Observed differently in different countries, Quinceañera festivities range from modest religious ceremonies to lavish, wedding-style celebrations. What is the origin of the tradition? More... Discuss |
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