Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Walter was renascent, to say the least, either from Janice's cathecting him or from him spending some time with John Barleycorn; however, a telltale noggin of ale was in his hand.

renascent (rih-NAHS-uhnt, rih-NAY-suhnt) adj. Coming again into being; showing renewed growth or vigor.

cathect (kuh-THEHKT, kah-) tr. v. To invest emotional energy in (a person, object, or idea). —cathectic adj.

John Barleycorn n. Alcoholic liquor personified.

noggin (NOHG-in) n. 1. A small mug or cup. 2. A unit of liquid measure equal to one quarter of a pint. 3. Slang The human head.
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