Lizet Elaine (simplyn2deep) wrote in 1_million_words,
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Word of the Day 10/02/16 Tantivy

Tantivy (adverb, adjective, noun, interjection)
tantivy [tan-tiv-ee]

adverb
1. at full gallop: to ride tantivy.

adjective
2. swift; rapid.

noun, plural tantivies.
3. a gallop; rush.

interjection
4. (used as a hunting cry when the chase is at full speed.)



Origin: 1635-45; origin uncertain

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