Absurdity. A statement or belief manifestly inconsistent with ones own opinion. – Ambrose Bierce
Divorce. A resumption of diplomatic relations and rectification of boundaries. – Ambrose Bierce

Absurdity. A statement or belief manifestly inconsistent with ones own opinion. – Ambrose Bierce
Divorce. A resumption of diplomatic relations and rectification of boundaries. – Ambrose Bierce
Consul – in American politics, a person who having failed to secure an office from the people is given one by the Administration on condition that he leave the country. – Ambrose Bierce
Painting, n.: The art of protecting flat surfaces from the weather, and exposing them to the critic. – Ambrose Bierce