AFLUTTER

aflutter, nervous

(adjective) excited in anticipation

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

aflutter (comparative more aflutter, superlative most aflutter)

(postpositive) In a state of tremulous anticipation or confusion.

Source: Wiktionary


A*flut"ter, adv. & a. Etym: [Pref. a- + flutter.]

Definition: In a flutter; agitated.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

22 April 2025

BRIGHT

(adjective) made smooth and bright by or as if by rubbing; reflecting a sheen or glow; “bright silver candlesticks”; “a burnished brass knocker”; “she brushed her hair until it fell in lustrous auburn waves”; “rows of shining glasses”; “shiny black patents”


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Coffee Trivia

According to Guinness World Records, the largest coffee press is 230 cm (7 ft 6 in) in height and 72 cm (2 ft 4 in) in diameter and was created by Salzillo Tea and Coffee (Spain) in Murcia, Spain, in February 2007. The cafetière consists of a stainless steel container, a filtering piston, and a superior lid.

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