Today's Word of the Day:

Tensor /ˈtɛn.sə/ Noun

(mathematics, linear algebra, physics) A mathematical object that describes linear relations on scalars, vectors, matrices and other algebraic objects, and is represented as a multidimensional array. [from 18th c.]

September 26th, 2026

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Prominence /ˈpɹɒm.ɪ.nəns/ Noun

(astronomy) A gaseous projection, often loop-shaped, springing from the surface of the Sun or a star.

September 25th, 2026

Poultry /ˈpɒltɹi/ Noun

Domestic fowl (e.g. chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese) raised for food (meat, eggs, or both).

September 24th, 2026

Triarius /tɹaɪˈɛəɹi.əs/ Noun

(military, historical of Ancient Rome) A veteran hoplite placed in the third rank in the early Roman military.

September 23rd, 2026