Word of the Day: Murmuration

Can you pronounce murmuration?

January 9, 2026

Today's Word Brought to You By noun 1. The act of murmuring; the utterance of low continuous sounds or complaining noises. 2. Of starlings; flock. Why "Fresh" Seafood Isn't Always Fresh Many shoppers imagine "fresh" seafood as newly caught. But much of it has been frozen and thawed before reaching the seafood counter. Wild Alaskan Company freezes wild-caught Alaskan catch within hours of harvest to help retain flavor, texture, and nutrients, supporting consistent quality from catch to your kitchen. Shop Now *This content is brought to you by our sponsor which helps keep our content free. "The murmuration shifted shape, dissolving and reforming in seconds." "The classroom filled with murmuration once the teacher stepped out of the room." "A soft murmuration rose from the audience as they waited for the lights to dim." Latin, late 15th century From the Latin "murmurare," meaning "to murmur," "murmuration" is a slightly misleading word. You might think of a murmur as a quiet rustling or a whispered undertone. A murmuration, when it's done by people, might fit that description. But a murmuration is more ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words?

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