sord

[sawrd]

noun

Rare.

1. a flight or flock of mallards.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sord¹

First recorded in 1425–50; late Middle English sourde; origin uncertain; perhaps from Middle English so(u)rden “to arise, originate, come (from), soar up (of a hawk),” from Old French so(u)rdre, from Latin surgere “to rise, get up”

Example Sentences

“SoRD’s mission is to transform the practice of architecture, design and related fields through teaching a unique, interdisciplinary and holistic approach so that the built environment can literally become an active part of regenerating the natural environment,” McLennan says.

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Once full accreditation is secured, SoRD will offer two-year master’s degrees in architecture.

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Fundraising for the school is under way now, McLennan says; eventually, SoRD will offer semesterlong immersive courses leading to a Regenerative Design Certificate, along with shorter courses and certificates.

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"SORD was the first to organize, write letters to legislators, get involved," says Gunter.

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Further retreat of the British could now be resumed in orderly array; for by now General Sord�t with his cavalry was relieving the pressure on the British rear, and General D'Amade with his two reserve divisions from the neighborhood of Arras was attacking General von Kluck's right, driving it back on Cambrai.

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