SOUND OF A  I

The Word's The Thing

Specialized Vocabulary

Dr. Louis D. Appel 

Each clue below can be answered with a word that ends in the sound of long "A", but not with the letter "A". All  of the words come from French. Many have an accent mark over the last letter - which can't be shown on my computer.

 

1. Lounge lizard

2. Debauched man, cad

3. Confused fight or riot 

4. The main course of a meal

5. Expert on and lover of food

6. Frozen dessert or confection

7. Prestige or a distinguishing mark or seal

8. One under the guidance of a coach or mentor

9. Self-serve table offering various food choices

10. Introductory word used before a woman's maiden name

Answers:

 

1. Habitue

2. Roue

3. Melee

4. Entree

5. Gourmet

6. Parfait

7. Cachet

8. Protege

9. Buffet

10. Nee