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Tittynope...

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[b][u]Pronunciation[/u][/b]: TIT-ee-nope

[b][u]Definition[/u][/b]: A small quantity of something left over; A morsel or a crumb.

[b][u]Origin[/u][/b]: Unknown, but possibly derived from the word “tittle” - a tiny amount or part of something - which itself is from Latin titulus.

[b][u]Use in a sentence[/u][/b]: “The amount of tittynopes on plates at buffets is obscene!”
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Madeleine · 41-45, F
Interesting.
sciguy18 · M
@Madeleine I thought so too. Thanks for the comment.