GNOSTICS, n. A sect of philosophers who tried to engineer a fusion between the early Christians and the Platonists. The former would not go into the caucus and the combination failed, greatly to the chagrin of the fusion managers.

True, man does not know woman. But neither does woman.

To apologize is to lay the foundation for a future offense.

NOISE, n. A stench in the ear. Undomesticated music. The chief product and authenticating sign of civilization.

ORTHODOX, n. An ox wearing the popular religious joke.

You cannot adopt politics as a profession and remain honest.

Creditor. One of a tribe of savages dwelling beyond the Financial Straits and dreaded for their desolating incursions.