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shrub, noun.  A fruit-based syrup used in mixed drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic); the usual ingredients are fruit, sugar, and vinegar.

Etymology:  The word itself is said to originate from the Arabic sharbah, 'a drink'.  'Sherbet' and 'syrup' share similar word origins.

The concept has been around for at least 500 years, and has gained and lost ( ... )

L’appel du vide
French
“The call of the void” is this French expression’s literal translation, but more significantly it’s used to describe the instinctive urge to jump from high places.
Ya’aburnee
Arabic
Both morbid and beautiful at once, this incantatory word means “You bury me,” a declaration of one’s hope that they’ll die before another person ( ... )

zarf, noun.  A holder, with handle, for a coffee cup without a handle.

The term comes from an Arabic word meaning container, sheath, or envelope.  It originally referred to an ornamental holder, often made of metal and decorated with filigree, engraving, or possibly gems.  Traditionally, the zarf served as functional adornment of the demitasse or ( ... )

Evening, folks.

Thanks for all your kind words last week about my injury - for anyone curious; my arm, hand, and wrist are pretty much better, though still very sore. On the plus side, I can at least type without issue now!

Thanks also for all your nice words on my vocal rendition of Sunday's word! It's something I'll definitely consider doing again ( ... )

Evening, suckers!

Almacantar [al-me-kan'ter]
noun

Definition
A circle of altitude, parallel to the horizon. An astronomical term, used to describe imaginary lines in the sky by which an astronomer determines the height of a star in the sky relative to the horizon.

Etymology
From Arabic almuqantarat, the sundials.

Usage
Using his complex variety of looking ( ... )

serendipitous- adjective [ser-uh
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