Word of the Day

Quidnunc


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Quidnunc is a noun that refers to a person who gossips or a busybody.

Our word of the day comes directly from the Latin phrase ‘quid nunc’ (KWEED NOONK) which translates to ‘what’s new.’ A quidnunc is someone who very much wants to know what’s new at all times — especially as it pertains to juicy gossip.

I had no idea Veronica was such a quidnunc when I moved into the neighborhood. Before I had even settled into the house, she knew all my my illicit past of having multiple overdue library books.

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