Cribbage, n. A substitute for conversation among those to whom nature has denied ideas.

Education, n.: That which discloses to the wise and disguises from the foolish their lack of understanding.

Philanthropist, n.: A rich (and usually bald) old gentleman who has trained himself to grin while his conscience is picking his pocket.

Corporation: An ingenious device for obtaining profit without individual responsibility.

Backbite: To ''speak of a man as you find him'' when he can't find you.

PRICE, n. Value, plus a reasonable sum for the wear and tear of conscience in demanding it.

TABLE D'HOTE, n. A caterer's thrifty concession to the universal passion for irresponsibility.