Dictionary.com's Word of the Day:
gewgaw \G(Y)OO-gaw\, noun:A showy trifle; a trinket; a bauble.
Is it really pronounced gyoo-gaw? I've never heard this, though I've often heard gee-gaw.
Anyone?
This is just one of my problems with Dictionary.com's Word of the Day program, though I note that the word selections have generally been better in 2008. Regardless, I continue to check them out daily, ever in the pursuit of new words and eternally grateful for learning "turophile."
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gee-gaw yes... gyoo-gaw??? not clear on how to pronounce despite pronunciation guide. I'm so happy you brought this to my attention, I skimmed over the word of the day toady and almost missed the debate.
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