Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A genus of bombycid moths, erected for the polyphemus silkworm-moth, T. polyphemus, a large and handsome American species, which produces a coarse and durable silk. See polyphemus, 5.

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  • McCain needs to get to Ms. TODAY as part of his run for President we the PEOPLE are entitled to hear these debates from each candidate before we vote….what a cop out this is by McCain…incase he is not aware there is what is called video telea conference , its done all the time to save air fare by corporations where he can attend and give his say on the bailout by video .

    Evening Buzz: Bailout Deal? Think again. 2008

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