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Traditional English :: gist
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gist.html - n. 1 the substance or essence of a matter. 2 Law the real ground of an action etc. [OF, 3rd sing. pres. of gesir lie f. L jacere] |
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Traditional English :: gismo
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gist.html - n.
(also gizmo) (pl. -os) sl. a gadget. [20th c.: orig. unkn.] |
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Traditional English :: gist
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gist.html - n. 1 the substance or essence of a matter. 2 Law the real ground of an action etc. [OF, 3rd sing. pres. of gesir lie f. L jacere] |
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English Idioms :: gift of the gab
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gist.html - {n. phr.}, {informal} Skill in talking; ability to make interesting talk that makes people believe you. * /Many men get elected because of their gift of gab./ * /Mr. Taylor's gift of gab helped him get a good job./ |
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English Idioms :: gill
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gist.html - See: FED TO THE GILLS at FED UP, GREEN AROUND THE GILLS or PALE AROUND THE GILLS. |
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English Idioms :: gilt-edged
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gist.html - {adj.} Of the highest quality. * /Government saving bonds are considered by many to be a gilt-edged investment./ |
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