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Sillage is a French term used to describe the lingering scent that is left by perfume, either in the scent wearer's wake or on their skin. Sillage is quite the heavenly term since a charming point of perfume is to leave a bit of desirable, lingering, luscious fragrance behind. A scent trail is as natural… Continue reading Word Nerd: Sillage
Elan is such a simple word that describes a wonderful, rich energy. The saying that good things comes in small packages is incredibly apt with elan (also spelled as élan.). A quaintrelle always has a certain sort of elan, and really I do believe that most people could cultivate their own elan charm if they… Continue reading Word Nerd: Elan
Serein is such a gentle, peaceful word and to experience that sweet, misty dew as evening closes in upon the world around you is to truly experience evening serenity at it's most delicious. Simply writing that sentence, I can feel myself transported to a late Spring evening that is being lightly kissed by serein. The… Continue reading Word Nerd: Serein
Cogitation is one heck of a lot like contemplation, but with a more meditative and considerate bent. At least that's how I like to view (and utilize) cogitation. When one is cogitating, they are engaging their faculty of thinking and of feeling. Deep thought is at it's best when it is done with careful reflection… Continue reading Word Nerd: Cogitation
To wangle, or persuade, someone is to basically get your way or what you want. Usually wangle has a negative connotation, however, I think it can be a positive thing. I'm not a big one for trickery or deception, but I think that attempts to wangle with sweetness, positive persuasion or even witty cleverness are… Continue reading Word Nerd: Wangle
Word Nerd is an on-going feature that shares and highlights unique, whimsical and sometimes forgotten or overlooked words. It’s dedicated to the logophile in us all. Noel (no-el) noun The Christmas season; Yuletide. A carol or song. Noel to each and every one of you, whether you celebrate the season or not. May songs of… Continue reading Word Nerd: Noel
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