eigenword

A single word that successfully combines multiple ideas that would otherwise require a more wordy description.
A good eigenword for "sit" and "relax" would be "lounge".
by muheli February 22, 2009
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swale

(noun) A depression in the ground that carries water runoff.
A swale is often dug alongside or diagonally crossing a dirt road or foot trail to control erosion.
by Muheli October 09, 2009
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