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Monthly Archives: November 2005
stalwart
Adjective: 1. having or marked by imposing physical strength 2. firm and resolute; stout
Noun: 1. one who is physically and morally strong 2. one who steadfastly supports an organization or cause
triangulation
1. the measurement of the elements necessary to determine the network of triangles into which any part of the earth’s surface is divided in surveying 2. (broadly) any similar trigonometric operation for finding a position or location by means of bearings from two fixed points a known distance apart
stolid
having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; impassive
decry
1. to condemn openly 2. to depreciate (currency, for example) by official proclamation or by rumor
satrap
1. a governor of a province in ancient Persia 2. a ruler 3. a subordinate bureaucrat or official
belay
1. Nautical: to secure or make fast (a rope, for example) by winding on a cleat or pin 2. to secure (a mountain climber, for example) at the end of a length of rope 3. to cause to stop
vainglorious
characterized by or exhibiting excessive vanity; boastful
ardent
1. expressing or characterized by warmth of feeling; passionate 2. displaying or characterized by strong enthusiasm or devotion; fervent 3a. burning; fiery b. glowing; shining