Dictionary of Quotes

Quotes :

1. condolence Definition: (noun) An expression of sympathy with another's grief. Synonyms: commiseration. Usage: I hoped that my words of condolence would offer the grieving family some comfort. Discuss


2. stager Definition: (noun) An experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service. Synonyms: old hand, old-timer, warhorse, veteran. Usage: The proposal was seductive, but La Ramee was an old stager, acquainted with all the traps a prisoner was likely to set. Discuss


3. hideout Definition: (noun) A place of shelter or concealment. Synonyms: den. Usage: There are rumors that criminals once used this abandoned warehouse as a hideout, but they have never been confirmed. Discuss


4. colewort Definition: (noun) A hardy cabbage with coarse curly leaves that do not form a head. Synonyms: borecole, kale. Usage: Although he thought his aunt's boiled colewort was disgusting, Harold politely ate the meal without complaint. Discuss