ADVANCED (grades 11-12 only) PROCEDURE (continued) – The following general govern the event: The word is pronounced, spelled, and pronounced again by the pronouncer. When necessary for clarity, the pronouncer will indicate whether the word is singular or plural; a noun, verb, or adjective; and if it is the possessive form. Participants have the privilege of raising their hands if they do not understand a word or need additional information. Words selected for the relay are not necessarily those used frequently in business or office occupations. The participant pronounces the word after the pronouncer and defines it. He/she may be required to use the word in a sentence. The judges may disqualify any participant who, in their opinion, does not begin defining the word correctly within a 60-second period and complete the definition in a reasonable time. If a participant to define a word correctly the same word will not be given to the next person. A few sample words. . . abeyance filibuster malfeasance refractory accretion grotesque maritime rescind appellant heterodyne metatarsal reticence bicameral hypothecate munitia sequel capitulation impartial nonpareil specious churlish inception nullify stratagem codicil inertia olfactory tachometer complacent integer parody tenacious consignee inveigh pecuniary tensile cornice laminate perplexity depreciation legation placid untenable domicile lien plebiscite velours encumbrance liquefy probate vicissitude exonerate litigant quadrant zealous facetious JUDGING Judges will determine the accuracy and adequacy of the participants’ definitions and will have available for reference a copy of Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary, the official and final authority on definitions for the event. If a word is challenged or a question raised by a participant to the pronouncer or one of the judges, the latter will consult the dictionary, deliberate, and then give the decision. The judges are in complete control of the relay, and the decision shall be final on every question. STATE AWARDS The judges and/or the number of entries received determine the number of awards presented.
ADVANCED (grades 11-12 only) PROCEDURE – (continued) The following general govern the event: The word is pronounced, spelled, and pronounced again by the pronouncer. When necessary for clarity, the pronouncer will indicate whether the word is singular or plural; a noun, verb, or adjective; and if it is the possessive form. Participants have the privilege of raising their hands if they do not understand a word or need additional information. Words selected for the relay are not necessarily those used frequently in business or office occupations. The participant pronounces the word after the pronouncer and defines it. He/she may be required to use the word in a sentence. The judges may disqualify any participant who, in their opinion, does not begin defining the word correctly within a 60-second period and complete the definition in a reasonable time. If a participant to define a word correctly the same word will not be given to the next person. A few sample words. . . abeyance filibuster malfeasance refractory accretion grotesque maritime rescind appellant heterodyne metatarsal reticence bicameral hypothecate munitia sequel capitulation impartial nonpareil specious churlish inception nullify stratagem codicil inertia olfactory tachometer complacent integer parody tenacious consignee inveigh pecuniary tensile cornice laminate perplexity depreciation legation placid untenable domicile lien plebiscite velours encumbrance liquefy probate vicissitude exonerate litigant quadrant zealous facetious JUDGING Judges will determine the accuracy and adequacy of the participants’ definitions and will have available for reference a copy of Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionary, the official and final authority on definitions for the event. If a word is challenged or a question raised by a participant to the pronouncer or one of the judges, the latter will consult the dictionary, deliberate, and then give the decision. The judges are in complete control of the relay, and the decision shall be final on every question. STATE AWARDS The judges and/or the number of entries received determine the number of awards presented.
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