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November 25, 2008
Today's word: counting room
An office in which a bookkeeper kept the records of the store.
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November 26, 2008
Today's word: tattoo
The order for all enlisted men to retire to their quarters.
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November 27, 2008
Today's word: pilgrim
A traveler who undertakes a journey, particularly one to a place of religious significance.
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November 28, 2008
Today's word: gallipot
A small jar often used in apothecaries to hold ointments and medicines.
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November 29, 2008
Today's word: Pontefract cakes
A licorice candy, not too sweet, from Pontefract, England.
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November 30, 2008
Today's word: pence
More than one penny.
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December 1, 2008
Today's word: weft
Crosswise thread carried in the shuttle of the loom; the woof.