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. - Ambrose Bierce

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Ambrose Bierce: "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."

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Appertaining	Bliss	Ceremony	General
Good	Invented	Kind	Kiss
Lexicographer	Manner	Performance	Poets
Rhyme	Rite	Signify	Supposed
Understanding	Unknown	Word

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