Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Wednesday Word of the Week

Thwart (thwawrt)
verb

To oppose successfully; prevent from accomplishing a purpose

"Simply planting an ADT sign in your front yard is enough to thwart many would-be thieves."

Alternative definition
noun

An emission of gas that causes a frozen object to warm or melt; a thawing fart.

"Bobby didn't mind his morning flatulence during cold winter commutes because his powerful thwarts made a seat warmer unnecessary." 

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