Today's Word of the Day:
Meridian
/məˈɹɪ.dɪ.ən/
Noun
In full celestial meridian: a great circle passing through the poles of the celestial sphere and the zenith for a particular point on the Earth's surface. [from 14th c.]
October 13th, 2026
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Dichotomy
/daɪˈkɒtəmi/
Noun
A separation or division into two; a distinction that results in such a division.
October 12th, 2026
Scotopic
/skə(ʊ)ˈtɒpɪk/
Adjective
(physiology) Denoting or relating to scotopia (“vision of an eye under dim or low-light conditions”), believed to involve chiefly the rod cells of the retina; also, adapted to vision under low-light conditions.
October 11th, 2026
Ballad
/ˈbæləd/
Noun
A kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.
October 10th, 2026