9.10.2009

The mean of meaning

Assignment:

Type : Constructive
Length : 3 Terms
Crux : Make up three words, their definitions and usage.

Post your new vocabulary to comments.

1 comment:

Wally said...

Adubt -

Function - adjective
Etymology - Sumerian [a dub - to flutter the wings]
Definition - Characterized by uncontrolled motion, especially of the arms. [After hearing of the burned petitions, Rodger turned from calm to adubt.]
Synonyms - Panic, Perturbed, Disturbed.

Habra -

Function - noun
Etymology - Sumerian [Habruda - hole]
Definition - A secret place for stuff, especially things of a personal nature that may be embarrassing. [Dawn looked about the box car before putting the flying pig figurine into her habra.]
Synonyms - stash, secret.

ZAGAN -

Function - verb
Etymology - Sumerian [Sagan - a designation of pigs]
Definition - Displaying the overt signs of over consumption, particularly a combination of food and alcohol. [Oh man, did you see Jimmy last night at the party? He was zagan off the walls, the floors and anything else that got in his way.]
Synonyms - Intoxicated, Discombobulated.