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July 9th, 2003
EXCULPATE
To clear from alleged fault or guilt.
Usage: Discussion focusing on the Laci Peterson murder case.
Source: Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, Tenth Edition.
ORTHOTIC
A support or brace for weak or ineffective joints or muscles.
Usage: Story on treatments for chronic foot pain.
Source: Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, Tenth Edition.

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