Jim Huggins (jkhuggins) wrote,
Jim Huggins
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Laodicean

'Laodicean' launches Kansas teen to spelling bee victory (from CNN)

For those who aren't word wonks, "laodicean" means "lukewarm or indifferent, particularly in matters of politics or religion".

The thing that has me the most amused ... is that for the first time in a long time, I actually know the etymology of this word.  Quick quiz: who else knows it?  :)


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