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sesquipedalian
[ ses-kwi-pi-dey-lee-uhn ]
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adjective
(of a word) containing many syllables.
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- First recorded in 1650鈥�60.
- Comes from the Latin word 蝉别蝉辩耻颈辫别诲腻濒颈蝉, meaning 鈥渕easuring a foot and a half.鈥�
- The first part, sesqui-, means “one and a half,” and pedal, means “of the feet,” which also forms聽pedestrian,听pedicure, and聽pedal, as in “a foot-operated lever.”
EXAMPLES OF SESQUIPEDALIAN
- The poet’s use of sesquipedalian words in their verses added an air of sophistication to their work.
- A love of language and her sesquipedalian speech made her a captivating public speaker.
SYNONYM OF THE DAY
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coffee nap
[ kaw-fee nap, kof-ee ]
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noun
a short nap, usually 15鈥�30 minutes, taken immediately after drinking a cup of coffee, the claimed benefit being that the energizing effect of caffeine may be bolstered by a sleeping body鈥檚 drop in adenosine levels.
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- First recorded in 2010鈥�15.
- Added to Dictionary.com on September 5, 2023.
EXAMPLES OF COFFEE NAP
- As the aroma of freshly brewed coffee engulfed the room, she eagerly anticipated a rejuvenating coffee nap to combat her afternoon slump.
- Feeling drowsy, he gulped down a strong espresso shot, hoping it would kick in before his scheduled coffee nap.
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- First recorded in 1925鈥�30.
- Comes from Greek 补铆濒辞耻谤辞(s), which means “cat” and –phile, meaning “enthusiast for.”
- The suffix –phile comes from Greek聽-philos, meaning “dear, beloved.”
EXAMPLES OF AILUROPHILE
- The cafe down the street attracts ailurophiles from all over the city with its cozy atmosphere and resident cats that roam freely among the patrons.
- As an ailurophile, he has a house filled with feline companions, each with their own unique personalities and quirks.
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