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imprimis

[ im-prahy-mis ] [ ɪmˈpraɪ mɪs ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adverb

in the first place

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More about imprimis

  • First recorded between 1425–75.
  • From the Latin in prÄ«mÄ«s, meaning “in the first place.”

EXAMPLES OF IMPRIMIS

  • The will listed the deceased person’s wishes: imprimis, that the family estate remain intact.
  • Imprimis, the evidence was insufficient to warrant a conviction.
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epicure

[ ep-i-kyoor ] [ ˈɛp ɪˌkyʊər ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

a person with a refined taste, especially for food and wine

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More about epicure

  • First recorded between 1350–1400 to mean “a follower of the Greek philosopher Epicurus.”
  • From the Greek personal name ·¡±èí°ì´Ç³Ü°ù´Ç²õ, meaning “helper, ally.”

EXAMPLES OF EPICURE 

  • Dani’s reputation as an epicure made her the go-to advisor for selecting wines at dinner.
  • The chef tailored the tasting menu to suit the preferences of the visiting epicure.
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brabble

[ brab-uhl ] [ ˈbræb əl ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

noisy, quarrelsome chatter

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More about brabble

  • First recorded in 1490–1500 as a verb meaning “to quibble.”
  • Possibly from Dutch brabbelen, meaning “to confuse.”

EXAMPLES OF BRABBLE 

  • A brabble would break out at family game night whenever there was a dispute about the rules.
  • At school, it’s best to steer clear of petty brabbles that only lead to trouble.
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