A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Forsooth
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In truth; in fact; certainly; very well; -- formerly used as anexpression of deference or respect, especially to woman; now usedironically or contemptuously.A fit man, forsooth, to govern a realm! Hayward.Our old English word forsooth has been changed for the French madam.Guardian.
Forsooth meaning & definition 1 of Forsooth.
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(Archaic interjection) Means truth or tru!
Forsooth meaning & definition 2 of Forsooth.
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Meaning indeed, truth, or exactly.
Forsooth meaning & definition 3 of Forsooth.
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(Adverb)
For real. Really. Truly.
(Paired with different punctuations to express a wide range of expressions ranging from strong affirmation to ironic disbelief. See [fer real], and indeed)
Origin:
“For”, [Old English] word for For “[Sooth]”, Old English word of Germanic origin meaning, “true, genuine, or real.”Forsooth meaning & definition 4 of Forsooth.
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Indeed (often used ironically or to express surprise or indignation)
Forsooth meaning & definition 5 of Forsooth.
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