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nuncheon
1353, "slight refreshment," originally taken in the afternoon, from none "noon" (see
noon
) + shench (from O.E. scenc) "draught, cup."
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
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