Word Wednesday

Did you know milquetoast is spelled with a q and not a k? I always thought it was milk toast. Like, “That man is so milk toast” meaning he’s dull and boring and simpering. Not super masculine. Just kind of… blegh.

But no… it’s M I L Q U E T O A S T.

Definition: a timid, meek, unassertive person. lacking in character or vigor.

The more ya know…

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