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Word of the Day: Hornswoggle How to use it like a pro

Word of the day: Over 170,000 English words exist today. Yet hornswoggle is trending in vocabulary searches. The hornswoggle meaning is simple. It means to trick or deceive someone. Pronunciation: HORN-swog-uhl. The word dates back to 19th-century American English. Writers use it for strong impact. Learning rare verbs improves communication skills and credibility. Add this Word of the Day to grow vocabulary smartly and naturally.

23 Feb 2026 11:43 pm