a bitter, sharply abusive denunciation, attack, or criticism:
any external prop or support built to steady a structure by opposing its outward thrusts, esp. a projecting support built into or against the outside of a masonry wall.
to deviate or wander away from the main topic or purpose in speaking or writing; depart from the principal line of argument, plot or study
crudely or tastelessly colorful, showy, or elaborate, as clothes or decoration.
to prevent by action in advance, anticipate, or to buy up goods in advance in order to increase the price when resold
a method of closing a debate and causing an immediate vote to be taken on the question.