Wiktionary:Word of the day/Archive/2007/April

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mumpsimus n

A person who obstinately adheres to old ways despite clear evidence of being wrong. An obvious error that is obstinately repeated despite correction

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pot calling the kettle black idiom

A situation in which somebody comments on or accuses someone else of a fault which the accuser shares

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torus n

(geometry) A three-dimensional shape consisting of a ring with a circular cross-section. (architecture) A molding which projects at the base of a column and above the plinth

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subtlety n

The quality or fact of being subtle or barely noticed. An instance of being subtle, a subtle thing, especially a subtle argument or distinction. An ornate medieval illusion dish, made from one thing but crafted to look like another

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troglodyte n

A member of a supposed prehistoric race that lived in caves or holes. (by extension) Anything that lives underground. (idiomatic) A reclusive, reactionary or out-of-date person, especially if brutish

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djinn n

(Islam) An invisible spirit that influences mankind by appearing in human or animal form. A supernatural being with extraordinary powers that usually takes a human form and serves its summoner; a genie

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schism n

A split or separation within a group or organization, typically caused by discord. A formal division or split within a religious body

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differentiate v

To show or illustrate the distinction between two things. To perceive the difference between things; to discriminate. (biology) To produce distinct organs or parts by a process of development. (mathematics) To calculate the derivative of a function

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