TALK, v.t. To commit an indiscretion without temptation, from an impulse without purpose.

Experience - the wisdom that enables us to recognise in an undesirable old acquaintance the folly that we have already embraced.

INK, n. A villainous compound of tannogallate of iron, gum-arabic, and water, chiefly used to facilitate the infection of idiocy and promote intellectual crime.

Contempt; the feeling of a prudent man for an enemy who is too formidable safely to be opposed.

SORCERY, n. The ancient prototype and forerunner of political influence. It was, however, deemed less respectable and sometimes was punished by torture and death.

PIANO, n. A parlor utensil for subduing the impenitent visitor. It is operated by depressing the keys of the machine and the spirits of the audience.

Conversation, n.: A vocal competition in which the one who is catching his breath is called the listener.