Learning -the kind of ignorance affected by (and affecting) civilized races, as distinguished from ignorance, the sort of learning incurred by savages. See nonsense.

Rhubarb: essence of stomach ache.

ADAGE, n. Boned wisdom for weak teeth.

Immortality: A toy which people cry for, And on their knees apply for, Dispute, contend and lie for, And if allowed Would be right proud Eternally to die for.

Opportunity: A favorable occasion for grasping a disappointment.

TAKE, v.t. To acquire, frequently by force but preferably by stealth.

SCARABAEUS, n. The sacred beetle of the ancient Egyptians, allied to our familiar "tumble-bug." It was supposed to symbolize immortality, the fact that God knew why giving it its peculiar sanctity.