Word Of The Week
This week’s Thursday Word is about an obsession that all you Puncher open threaders have got. It’s an obsession I’ve got myself.
That’s all I’m going to give you for now. Good luck.
It’s Thursday and the first day of September. What’s on your mind folks?
Today’s word is Evil Tory’s favourite. It has a range of meanings but is most often used in a political sense by journalists showing off their immense vocabularies.
It means a senseless extravagance. And wow, it’s really hard to write these things so you can’t just go away and Google the answer. Kudos to our Lucy!
Take a guess below, or – as usual – chat about anything that’s on your mind!
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David G says:
Superfluous? Read more »
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NESLIHAN KUROSAWA says:
Hi there, I do appreciate all your replies, however I did not mean to generalize at all. I was only telling my side of the story after living on three different continents through out my life, having experienced different cultures & life styles. And I personally do love Russian classics… Read more »
Today’s word is brought to you by a Punch reader known to us all, Erick. Knowing this I think we can also safely assume this word has nothing to do with the evil half of the species most of us like to call “women”. Here’s his clue: “Some people use this word a lot. I do not think they know what it means. It does not mean to oppose, but to win.”
Take a guess and post it, or anything else that’s on your mind, below:
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A particularly ruthless form of editing, today’s word was usually applied to written work, phrases or scenes considered too rude or shocking for public consumption. It’s an eponym and was first published in 1836. Do you know what it is?
Welcome to Wednesday, Punchers. And thanks to Jim for today’s word. What’s on your mind? Post below.
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Sir Mix A Lot sang about it. Some African tribes have a genetic disposition to it. Regular Puncher, “iansand” has chosen today’s word, which is taken from Latin and used to describe an “undesirable accumulation symptomatic of modern society.” Do you know what it is? Take an educated guess or a wild stab in the dark below.
And it’s Wednesday, isn’t that great! What else is on your mind? Share it here.
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Seano says:
They don’t pay tax in Greece. I would not like to be living there right now. Read more »
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Seano says:
His comments on QandA where entirely his own though, so no blaming treasury. Read more »
Put it this way: You’d not want to be associated personally with today’s word, which is brought to you by Punch reader ‘Budz’. Then again, it’s also a compliment of sorts. With its origins in ancient Greek, it’s a word used to describe a particular group of animals, distinguished by a certain quality of skin.
Post your answer, or anything else that’s on your mind, in the comments below. And welcome to Wednesday - only three days to go!
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mick says:
I first met Chris Holstein when he was the mayor of Gosford Council. I went there with the intention of having council amend its new LEP, which was at the time a draft document. I wanted to have a few words inserted into the document to prevent investors buying residential… Read more »
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Edward James says:
Holstien is already off to a bad start with me, telling voters via the medium of the Express Advocate, who supported him that; He has no news on the return of our Rehabilitation Ward to Woy Woy Public Hospital until September. I wont be waiting four years for a promise… Read more »
Noxious and unpleasant, today’s word can be traced as far back as 1665 in Greece. As words go, this word also has a particularly unusual plural.
Do you know what it is? Take a guess below.
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fairsfair says:
I don’t see the point in registering (dogs or cats) if they are microchipped. Its a cash grap. Microchipping is permanent registration. I will never register Kippers. Together, we will wrap a polkadot handkerchief around a stick and jump a freight train before we submit to this utter nonsense! Read more »
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Ben81 says:
My cat doesn’t go outside so if the local council tells me I have to pay them for the right to keep her they can bugger off. Read more »
Today’s word is brought to you Punch reader, “Nick”.
Here’s your clue: “To throw a person or a thing out of a window”. Post responses or anything else that’s on your mind below.
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attalgeloopay says:
Some sort of former Mary Richardson married Robert Kennedy Jr., a meaningful prominent environmental lawyer because the son created by Sen. Robert F. Kennedy and consequently nephew along with President John F. Kennedy, found in 1994 aboard the new boat operating in each scenic Hudson ?pingler Valley. The specific couple… Read more »
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lobabocaGes says:
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Today’s word is brought to you by Punch reader “Gladys”.
Here’s the clue, post your guess below: “To make off quickly, perhaps just ahead of trouble”.
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LitteFleevewbe says:
Either double major with journalism and creative writing, or a “good” school in an urban area where I could major in journalism and minor in creative writing? I’m only a sophmore in high school but I know I love to write and I don’t know what I’d enjoy more as… Read more »
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Reggie says:
The rally will be stopping traffic on the Coat Hanger at 11am this morning unless Gladys reveals herself Biblical proportions. Bugger ... she’s absconded with the bloody bridge too. She’s let my tyres down. She’s left the straws in the empty milk bottles on the doorstep and had it off… Read more »
Welcome to Wednesday’s word of the week.
Today’s clue comes from Punch reader, Lily: “Today’s word first turns up in a Dr Seuss book from 1950. It has the dual meaning of a foolish, contemptible person and an intelligent expert.”
Have a guess or post anything else that’s on your mind, below.
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fairsfair says:
wow, well seeing as though we are all so amped about it, I’ll have a crack. Update - we lost the first game. Second one in Kins (that Cairns TimB) on Sunday. Look for my piece that day. Read more »
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Elphaba says:
Lol @TimB, to be fair, I do love NSW. Particularly Sydney. Sometimes a few days break makes you appreciate it all the more… Read more »
Welcome to Wednesday at The Punch
Today’s word is a Yiddish noun that is used to describe a “slobbish” kind of person. Take a guess, or share anything else that’s on your mind below.
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HermanFur says:
Ah Lucy, you may find it amusing to have someone answer “Palestinian?” to your search for a yiddish word describing a slobbish kind of person… but I find it kind of racist Read more »
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Reggie says:
Sorry mike I mis-understood. There is not much to be said for a guy who deliberately throws a four year old from a bridge EXCEPT as you say, he was out of his mind. So even for him there are some mitigating circumstances. A woman who homes in on her… Read more »
Today’s word of the week is brought to you by Punch reader Gladys.
Here is the deliberately cryptic clue: “dirty birds at low tide”.
Take an educated guess, a wild stab in the dark, or share anything else that’s on your mind below.
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Shane From Melbourne says:
National Police Clearance? WTF is that? A police check in all six states and two territories? A clearance by the Australian Federal Police? A vetting by ASIO? This one has me stumped….. Read more »
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fairsfair says:
They aren’t as comfy as you would think Tony. I have a brown pair, but I never wear them. I’m not a fan, but then again, I live in the tropics so pantyhose, stockings, knee high boots and any kind of wintery/half decent fashion is really unknown territory for me.… Read more »
Today’s word of the week is brought to you by Iansand.
Here’s his clue: “Derived from the Latin and first used in a 19th century poem onomatopoeically, to do with a form of transport.”
Take an educated guess - or a wild stab in the dark - below. Otherwise, share anything else that’s on your mind.
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Simon says:
It is Thursday. Can you please tell me what the bloody word was now. Read more »
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TimB says:
Missed the point as usual iansand. Hardly surprising I guess. It was *Treasury* distorting reality. And you gullible idiots lapping up the meaningless headlines. Read more »
Welcome to Wednesday at The Punch
Today’s word originates from Greece and makes reference to the “afterlife”. It’s often used to describe classical music.
Do you know what the word is? Post your thoughts below.
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Lucy Kippist says:
Sorry to leave you hanging guys, the word is psychopomp Stumped you there, huh! Who wants a go next week? Email me: lucy (at) thepunch.com.au Read more »
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Lucy Kippist says:
Now that’s an idea Fairsfair, thanks for the suggestion! Also Martin just reminded me I didn’t post the answer to today’s (well, yesterdays) word. The answer is: psychopomp. What a truly awesome word. As there were no winners, next week’s word is up for grabs! Read more »
Wednesday’s word of the week is brought to you by Punch reader, “Gladys”.
Here’s the clue: “Originating from American pool halls, a wily pool shooter or ball pitcher who could make the ball appear to travel true but in reality behave unpredictably.”
Have an educated guess or a random stab in the dark below.
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fairsfair says:
Maybe we DID work at Woolies together! The gouging is wrong. I know it is all supply an demand, but in times like this a bit of charity should be extended. And by that I mean just keeping things at regular rates. Tell them to pack a brolly and I… Read more »
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the pieman says:
Friggen hell just what I thought, the victim is now now the aggressor! Just when are we going to return to the TRUTH. Read more »
Welcome to Wednesday’s word of the week.
Today’s clue is brought to you by Punch reader, “Jim”:
“This word has it’s origins in English, French and Latin. The root of the word could mean a place that narrows, or it could equally mean the throat. A derivation of the root word in French means fashionable or elegant, and was applied to someone that was well dressed. It could also be used to describe someone who liked wearing jewelry, especially fancy necklaces (i.e. around the throat). Today, it would be more likely used to describe someone naked, rather than well dressed, and can be an adjective for just about anything pleasant to look at.”
Take an educated guess or a stab in the dark below.
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Lucy Kippist says:
Sorry for the late response guys. Zeta is this week’s winner (what a suprise!) The only question now is will he provide next week’s clue? Read more »
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NicoleG says:
Yes Tim!!!! Just YES. Read more »
Welcome to Wednesday’s word of the week.
Today’s word is brought to you by Punch reader and tied winner of last week’s round, “Nicole”.
Here’s the clue: “A trip that’s taken that benefits no one but costs everyone.” Take an educated guess or a stab in the dark below.
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MarK says:
I love iansand. no he is not biased. not ian LAWL Read more »
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MarK says:
” Catching up says: 06:07pm | 02/03/11 The Howard government went into the 2007 election promising an emissions trading scheme in 2012). It must been a lie because he did not introduce an emissions trading scheme. “ Fact check in aisle 2 please. Can someone remind me… Read more »
Welcome to word of the week Wednesday.
Today’s word is brought to you by Punch reader, Gladys. It has origins in Dutch, French and Spanish and means ” the act of a waste of time or a parliamentary time waster”.
Take a guess or add your suggestions - or anything else that is on your mind - below.
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Welcome to word of the week, Wednesday at The Punch.
Today’s word is of French origin and has no repeating letters; it means to “nitpick”.
Take an educated or creative guess below. PS. Zeta, where are you?
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Actiseeinfact says:
Nihao! First things first I am a new member at this forum. I really love playing the piano - it happens to be my dream. I came across a cool site to download free sheet music from. It has plenty… Read more »
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Lucy Kippist says:
Well done @centurion48 and also @peetman because captious is the correct word of the day. If either of you are interested in coming up with a word in the next few weeks, please send me an email: lucy (at) thepunch.com.au Read more »
Welcome to word of the week, Wednesday with thanks to Punch reader, “Zeta”.
Here’s the clue, post your guess and other thoughts below:
“Latin word, something you’d give your sister. Also a Savior, Spongebob Squarepants has thousands of them.”
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Welcome to “word of the week” Wednesday at The Punch
Today’s word is taken from the Latin for “shoulder” and is a reference to “rings, hoops and circles” ....
Do you know what it is? Have an educated guess or a wild stab in the dark below (free association is also encouraged)
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RT says:
Well read more widely then, Nicole. I called acostel or whatever his name is for hyper partisanship. I’ve also mentioned Badger. Do you keep score or something? If so, not accurately. My comments are not like those of TimB, as can easily be seen by an objective assessment. I have… Read more »
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Dr Know says:
Rt . Dont worry about NicoleG. she is just MarK and Timmies lap dog. she hasn’t an oppinion . She just barks if anyone says anything against them. It wouldn’t matter what they are sprouting Read more »
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