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Wield

unnisworld — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:14:27 +0000

wield (wld) tr.v. wield·ed, wield·ing, wields 1. To handle (a weapon or tool, for example) with skill and ease. 2. To exercise (authority or influence, for example) effectively. See Synonyms at handle.

Wager

unnisworld — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 05:06:51 +0000

wa·ger play_w(“W0005300″)

(wjr)n.

a. An agreement under which each bettor pledges a certain amount to the other depending on the outcome of an unsettled matter.

b. A matter bet on; a gamble.

2. Something staked on an uncertain outcome; a bet. See Synonyms at bet.

Wannabe

unnisworld — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 06:43:45 +0000

wan·na·be also wan·na·bee play_w(“W0025450″)

(wn-b, wôn-) Informal

1. One who aspires to a role or position.

2. One who imitates the behavior, customs, or dress of an admired person or group.

3. A product designed to imitate the qualities or characteristics of something.