A dictionary will sometimes have several definitions for a single word. Some of those definitions are in common use, some not so common. The idea behind this contest is to see just how creative people can be with alternate definitions of a given word. The word for this contest is "cattywampus".

• 1. Open to Adair County residents only.


• 2. Adair County Arts Council members are not eligible.


• 3. Definitions must be no more than 25 words. Any definitions containing more than 25 words will be disqualified.


• 4. Type your definition in a simple, easy-to-read font such as Times Roman, Bookman, Franklin Gothic, etc. in 18 pt. type size. PLEASE NOTE: NO script fonts, NO embellished fonts, NO italics. Any entry that is the least bit difficult to read by anyone will be disqualified.


• 5. Print your definition in black on an 8.5"x11" sheet of white paper. Any definition printed otherwise will be disqualified.


• 6. Drop off entries at the The Adair County Genealogy & History Research Center, 307 Greensburg Street, Columbia, KY (located next to the Adair County Public Library)


• 7. Put your name and the best way to contact you on the BACK of your entry in pencil. Legibly, please.


• 8. Entries will be accepted at the Adair County Genealogical Center during October 2025.


• 9. Entries will be displayed at the Adair County Genealogical Center during November 2025 for judging by the public. Exhibit attendees will vote for their favorite definition.


• 10. Entry fee is $5.00. Half of the entry fees will go to the Adair County Arts Council to aid in the promotion of creativity in Adair County. The other half of the entry fees will be awarded to the top three vote-getters - 50% for first place, 30% for second place, and 20% for third place.