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CRITICASTER
Etymology
Noun
criticaster (plural criticasters)
A petty or charlatan critic.
Source: Wiktionary
Crit"ic*as`ter (krt"k-s`tr), n.
Definition: A contemptible or vicious critic. The rancorous and reptile crew of poeticules, who decompose into criticasters. Swinburne.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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4 June 2025
LEND
(verb) bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”
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