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"and Zephyrus eke with his swete breth..." - Chaucer
"Eke" does not mean "get by," or "barely make a living" except in lower-quality cross-word puzzles. Eke is an old word meaning "and," or "in addition." Used as a verb, with out it means "stretch, add to, extend." For example, You can eke out this stew by adding a little water, or He eked out a modest living as a janitor by taking odd jobs on the side.
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Is largify a word?
No, I think it is just enlarge if you are trying to describe something getting bigger.
What is the root word for getting?
The root word for "getting" is "get."
What part of speech is the word dusk?
The word "dusk" is a noun. It refers to the period of the day just before nightfall when the sky is getting dark.
What is the Spanish word for getting?
getting = obteniendo, adquiriendo
What part of speech is the word getting?
Getting is a verb.
Is the word getting a noun or pronoun?
The word 'getting' is the present participle of the verb 'to get'; the present participle of the verb is a gerund, a verbal noun, used in sentences like "You need to get while the getting is good". The word 'getting' never a pronoun.
What is another word for getting shots?
Another word for getting shots is receiving vaccinations, or being vaccinated.
What is another word for getting the job done right?
the other word of "did the job" is that worked that business,,,,,
What is a sentence with the word insistent in it?
Liam was insistent on getting his toy back. Insistent means demanding, just thought I'd let you know :)
What is a word for someone getting their way or getting what they want?
Spoilt
Is getting a compound word?
No. Getting is not a compound word.Type your answer here...
What is the definition of the word obtaining?
The definition of the word "obtaining" is "getting, acquiring, or securing something". Synonyms of this word would include procuring, getting, and acquiring.
