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mosey

[ moh-zee ] [ ˈmoʊ zi ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

verb

to wander or shuffle about leisurely; stroll; saunter

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More about mosey

  • First recorded in 1820–30.
  • American slang of uncertain origin.

EXAMPLES OF MOSEY

  • On his day off, he decided to mosey over to the park after breakfast.
  • The student had no plans, so she decided to mosey through the university bookstore for an hour.
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ramiform

[ ram-uh-fawrm ] [ ˈræm əˌfɔrm ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

adjective

having the form of a branch; branchlike

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Why Dictionary.com chose ramiform

More about ramiform

  • First recorded in 1815–25.
  • From the Latin °ùÄå³¾(us), meaning “branch.”

EXAMPLES OF RAMIFORM

  • Scientists observed ramiform patterns in the crystal, where each section spread out in multiple directions.
  • The marine biologist was captivated by the coral reef’s ramiform structure.
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asyndeton

[ uh-sin-di-ton ] [ əˈsɪn dɪˌtɒn ] Show IPA Phonetic Respelling

noun

the omission of conjunctions

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Why Dictionary.com chose asyndeton

More about asyndeton

  • First recorded in 1580–90.
  • From the Greek ²¹²õý²Ô»å±ð³Ù´Ç²õ, meaning “unlinked, loose.”

EXAMPLES OF ASYNDETON

  • The politician’s speech was packed with asyndeton; she delivered each phrase sharply with no pause between her points.
  • The speaker used asyndeton to create a dramatic, fast-paced rhythm in his speech.
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