paljoey's definitions

ought

null, zero, nothing (now archaic); sometimes written as "aught"

Six plus ought equals six.

by paljoey October 4, 2003

gadfly

A persistent, iritating critic.

A gadfly journalist always tries to expose and provoke reform.

by paljoey October 1, 2003

fop

An fancily dressed gentleman, also called "dandy"

Zorro's disguise as a fop was brilliant.

by paljoey October 3, 2003

antimacassar

doily, especially as used to prevent men's brilliantine (macassar) from staining upholstered furniture

There were crocheted antimacassars on the headrests of the train seats

by Paljoey September 28, 2003

kith

peers, friends or neighbors, even family, often used with kin

He was no kith nor kin to me.

by paljoey October 2, 2003

tatterdemalion

A ragamuffin, or street urchin. One wearing ragged clothes.

by paljoey October 3, 2003

glitzy

excessively decorated with glitter and shiny objects

The news channel broadcast from a very glitzy set, using flashy graphics.

by paljoey October 1, 2003