English word of the day

Definition: (verb) Hold back to a later time. Synonyms: postpone, put off, defer, set back, shelve, table, remit, hold over. Usage: My students begged me to prorogue the upcoming European history exam so that they could have more time to study.

Definition: (verb) Spend thoughtlessly; throw away. Synonyms: waste, blow. Usage: Each man swore that for once he would be sensible and not squander his money.

Definition: (verb) To happen or happen to. Synonyms: bechance, befall. Usage: Woe betide anyone who got in his way.