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7.20.2007

Word of the Daye

ses*qui*pe*da*li*an
Pronunciation [ses-kwi-pi-dey-lee-uhn, -deyl-yuhn]
1.
given to using long words.
2.
(of a word) containing many syllables. -noun

Black's arrogance was reflected in his sesquipedalian language, the contempt in which he held so many people, his lavish lifestyle, and the willing surrender of his Canadian citizenship for a British title.

( Toronto Star)

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