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Newcomb

Definition:

A term that can refer to a popular game, a local surname, or a versatile tool.

Part of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb
• Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A popular game known as newcomb ball, played with a ball between two teams, using throwing and catching skills.

Example sentence: The students engaged in an intense game of newcomb during their physical education class.

2. A local surname often found in a specific region or community.

Example sentence: The Newcomb family has been living in this town for generations.

3. A versatile tool used for various purposes, such as woodworking or gardening.

Example sentence: The carpenter grabbed his trusty newcomb to shape the wood precisely.

Verb:

1. To engage in or play the game of newcomb ball.

Example sentence: The children gathered in the park to newcomb against each other.

2. To search extensively for local products or information in a specific area.

Example sentence: The tourists decided to newcomb the town to find the best local cuisine.

Adjective:

1. Describing something as popular or trendy.

Example sentence: The new fashion brand became instantly newcomb among the fashion-forward youth.

2. Pertaining to a specific locality.

Example sentence: The small town hosted a newcomb fair to showcase its local businesses.

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