a defense especially of one's opinions, position, or actions

to clear, as from an accusation, imputation, suspicion, or the like

to compliment upon a happy event; congratulate.

the Dutch practice of jogging or walking into the wind, especially in the winter, for the purpose of feeling invigorated while relieving stress and boosting one’s general health

large in quantity or number; abundant; plentiful

ancient Celtic instrument that is similar to a violin

acting like an uncle, as in being kind, patient, generous, etc., especially to younger people

characterized by avarice; greedy; covetous

a yawning fissure or deep cleft in the earth's surface; gorge

holding one's attention completely as though by magic; fascinating

a poem or piece of music appropriate to the dawn or early morning

a delay or cessation for a time, especially of anything distressing or trying; an interval of relief

any large, overpowering force or object, such as war, a giant battleship, or a powerful football team

beset with woe; affected by woe, especially in appearance; showing or indicating woe

a fool; simpleton

a false and malicious statement designed to injure the reputation of someone or something