Kiss. n. A word invented by the poets as a rhyme for "bliss".

Fashion, n. A despot whom the wise ridicule and obey.

A less popular name for the Second Person of that delectable newspaper Trinity, the Roomer, the Bedder, and the Mealer.

In each human heart are a tiger, a pig, an ass and a nightingale. Diversity of character is due to their unequal activity.

PROOF, n. Evidence having a shade more of plausibility than of unlikelihood. The testimony of two credible witnesses as opposed to that of only one.

KISS, n. A word invented by the poets as a rhyme for "bliss." It is supposed to signify, in a general way, some kind of rite or ceremony appertaining to a good understanding; but the manner of its performance is unknown to this lexicographer.

Distress: A disease incurred by exposure to the prosperity of a friend.