Word of the Week: warped

By Madison October 1, 2008

Warped

I’ve been teased for my southern accent more than once. I’m okay with it. But there’s just something about this word that I can’t wrap my southern tongue around. It always sounds weird to me when I say it.

Sort of like George W. and “nuclear.”

About the Word

American Heritage Dictionary warp

Pronunciation Key
v.   warped, warp·ing, warps

v.   tr.

  1. To turn or twist (wood, for example) out of shape.
  2. To turn from a correct or proper course; deflect.
  3. To affect unfavorably, unfairly, or wrongly; bias. See Synonyms at bias.
  4. To arrange (strands of yarn or thread) so that they run lengthwise in weaving.
  5. Nautical To move (a vessel) by hauling on a line that is fastened to or around a piling, anchor, or pier.

Interesting. Learn something new every day. #5 is new to me.

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