WORD OF THE DAY
ETIQUETTE(Noun)
\ˈe-ti-kət, -ˌket\
Meaning:
The rules indicating the proper and polite way to behave.
The code of ethical behavior among the members of a profession: medical etiquette.
Usage:
The couple exhibited poor etiquette when they left the party without saying good-bye to the host and hostess.
Her failure to respond to the invitation was a serious breach of etiquette.
Business meetings are one arena in which poor etiquette can have negative effects.
IDIOM/PHRASE OF THE DAY
A PIECE OF CAKE
Meaning:
A task that can be accomplished very easily.
An activity that requires little effort to finish; a job that’s simple; easy.
Usage:
Getting accepted into Harvard University is not going to be a piece of cake. You need to study hard all the time when you are in high school.
It’s not that difficult. Actually, it’s a piece of cake.
Our team is strong, but it won’t be a piece of cake to make it to the finals.