purfle This word came from French, which formed it from a Latin word. A noun. A decorated border; especially: an embroidered edge of a garment. Trish liked the delicate look of the purfle on the handkerchief.
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Word of the Day from Spell It! 2011
ductile This word is from French and Latin. An adjective. Capable of being permanently drawn out without breaking; specifically: capable of being drawn out into wire or thread. Because gold and silver are ductile, they were used for jewelry even … Continue reading
Word of the Day from 2011 Spell It!
oolong This word is from a Chinese word. A noun. A tea that is partially fermented before drying and combines the characteristics of black and green teas. As the aroma of the freshly brewed oolong rose from the tiny tea … Continue reading
Word of the Day from Spell It! 2011
hibachi This word is from Japanese. A noun. A cooking utensil in which the food to be cooked is exposed to heated charcoal through a wire grill. Ralph grilled filet mignon and shrimp on his hibachi.
Word of the Day from 2011 Spell it!
suave This word came from French, which formed it from a Latin word. An adjective. Smoothly affable or polite though often without deep interest or sincerity. Marc has a suave way of treating his guests.