Jon Davis's definitions

nation

A group of people identified by a geographic area and an established government.

When nations make war against other nations, people die.

by Jon Davis January 14, 2004

pronounce

- to say orally
- to declare authoritatively or ceremoniously

He pronounced my name correctly.

by Jon Davis January 14, 2004

intimidation

The act of inspiring fear through appearing dangerous.

Football players growl at the other team for intimidation.

by Jon Davis January 13, 2004

incomes

Plural of income. Might be different forms of income.

The income tax is a tax imposed upon incomes.

by Jon Davis January 13, 2004

declare

To pronounce, announce, utter, say, or clearly indicate, as though officially, or with authority, or bearing formality.

"I shall never eat white meat again," the guy declared to himself.

by Jon Davis January 13, 2004

national

Of or relating to the nation.

The President is hired by the government to execute matters of national importance.

by Jon Davis January 13, 2004

ratify

To approve, formally, according to a set of established procedures.

You must get several states to ratify an amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America before it becomes established.

by Jon Davis January 14, 2004