Monday, June 23, 2008

Word of the Day

Plethora:

pleth·o·ra:  A superabundance; an excess.

[Late Latin plthra, from Greek, from plthein, to be full; see pel-1 in Indo-European roots.]

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As used in a sentence: "I'd been given a plethora of roses for my birthday. While in and of itself, that was simply lovely, I do wonder why I wasn't given a plethora of 3 carat diamond stud earrings, one for each ear, instead (sigh)."


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xoabb

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15 comments:

  1. LizJune 23, 2008 at 7:31 AM

    I love the word plethora! And I use it often - so much fun!!!

    Gorgeous rose!

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  2. Mental P MamaJune 23, 2008 at 8:05 AM

    I have a plethora of pounds this morning. And I am blaming you for some of it.

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  3. kjpwebJune 23, 2008 at 8:31 AM

    You didn't get a plethora of diamonds, because they are just carbon, a bit shiny but lifeless.
    These roses however a life form, much more beautiful and precious.
    That's why!
    Cheers, Klaus

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  4. MaryJune 23, 2008 at 8:41 AM

    Funny use of the word! I think the plethora of roses will have a more lasting memory then the diamonds would have :-) That particular rose is very stunningly beautiful!

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  5. AnonymousJune 23, 2008 at 9:48 AM

    I do use the word plethora from time to time and quite enjoy it! Thanks for the post and another fantastic picture.

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  6. AnonymousJune 23, 2008 at 9:50 AM

    Sad Sack here. It seems I have occasion to use 'dearth' a lot more than 'plethora.' But that pic of the yellow rose does help ;^)

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  7. JulesJune 23, 2008 at 10:33 AM

    That rose seems to have enough plethora than any diamond:)

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  8. QueenofPlanetHotflashJune 23, 2008 at 10:58 AM

    I wish you a plethora of Birthday happiness

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  9. DarylJune 23, 2008 at 11:09 AM

    Love the word ... love the photo .. I can almost smell the aroma ... and I hope you had a plethora of good times while celebrating your birthday ... xoxox

    :-Daryl

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  10. AnonymousJune 23, 2008 at 11:52 AM

    Plethora ... I didn´t hear that word for quite a long time!
    So I'll be sending you a plethora of birthday congrats and hugs!

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  11. AnonymousJune 23, 2008 at 12:06 PM

    My husband pronounces it ple-THOR-ah.

    {giggle}

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  12. AnonymousJune 23, 2008 at 1:58 PM

    I wish I had a plethora of dessert right now...!

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  13. Sandpiper (Lin)June 23, 2008 at 3:26 PM

    That's a gorgeous flower. I had a plethora of cookies with coffee ice cream today. There goes the diet! :)

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  14. AnonymousJune 23, 2008 at 4:14 PM

    Sending a plethora of birthday wishes for your recent celebration!
    Loving your pictures as always!

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  15. MicheleJune 23, 2008 at 7:21 PM

    Gosh, what a fantastic rose... pretty. Why haven't I been given a plethora of talent in taking such beautiful photos of flowers such these!?
    Very very nice!

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Thank you for taking the time to leave a thought. It's appreciated! xoabb

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