Dictionary Word Search 47
New Entries in Year 2006
This word search puzzle is themed. It hides 18 words or phrases which only first appeared in dictionaries in 2006. Our personal favorite is POMPOM GIRL. But while these search terms are listed, there are 2 additional unlisted search terms for you to find. The solution is provided.
Here are three new entries with definitions and sample sentences. There are seventeen others in the puzzle. Are you familiar with them all?
● BABY MONITOR a radio system used to remotely listen to sounds made by an infant, consisting of a transmitter unit with a microphone and a receiver unit with a speaker. The couple bought a baby monitor for the nursery so they could hear if their newborn cried.
● POP TART a rectangular, pre-baked toaster breakfast food consisting of two thin layers of pastry with a sweet filling, such as fruit or chocolate, sandwiched between them and often topped with frosting or sprinkles. She was in such a rush this morning, she barely had time to warm up a pop tart in the toaster for her commute.
● POWER NAP a short period of sleep, typically under 30 minutes, designed to increase alertness and improve performance without causing a deep sleep which might result in grogginess upon awakening. The executive laid down on his office couch for a quick power nap before his 2:00 pm meeting with the state regulators.
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