Sunday, June 3, 2012

Sink

There are more meaning to the word "sink" than you may think...


Sink: to fall, drop, or descend gradually to a lower level. Drown

Sink: to cause to penetrate: to sink an ax into a tree trunk.

 Sink: to bury, plant, or lay (a pipe, conduit, etc.) into or as if into the ground.

Sink: to bite deeply or vigorously; sink one's teeth into; take a bite
 

Sink: to do or enter into with great enthusiasm, concentration, conviction, etc.: to sink my teeth into solving the problem.

 Sink: a place of vice or corruption. Den of iniquity.

Sink: a basin or receptacle, as in a kitchen or laundry, usually connected with a water supply and drainage system, for washing dishes, clothing, your hands, etc.

SINK

Monday, May 28, 2012

Caterpillar

From a very young age I grew a fascination with caterpillars. I was always amazed that a living object was able to transform from this unattractive worm-like (sometimes hairy) bug into a beautiful flying butterfly. I have always loved butterflies.






Caterpillar: the worm-like larva of butterflies and moths, having numerous pairs of legs and powerful biting jaws. It may be brightly colored, hairy, or spiny.


Q. What is larva?  

A.  the immature, wingless, feeding stage of an insect that undergoes complete metamorphosis.


Caterpillar: a person who preys on others; extortioner. 






Caterpillar: a tractor intended for rough terrain, propelled by two endless belts or tracks that pass over a number of wheels.



 Caterpillar: a name brand of shoes. Primarily work boots and sports shoes.









                           CATERPILLAR

Thursday, May 3, 2012

Felt

The fabric of the word felt spans a few different emotions and meanings.


Felt: a nonwoven fabric of wool, fur, or hair, matted together by heat, moisture, and great pressure.

Hats are often made of felt

Felt: The past tense of feel. Perceived or examined by touch.

She felt his face with her hand


Felt: A feeling of a physical, mental or emotional state.


I felt hurt by the words they said


Felt:  To perceive as a physical sensation, as of pain.

 I felt the pain in my back after the accident




Felt was a 1980s British alternative rock band led by Lawrence, whose surname was never listed in any credits or press; the band's name was inspired by Tom Verlaine's emphasis of the word "felt" in the Television song "Venus".

                   Felt - Black Ship In The Harbour (1985)




FELT

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