What is kismet?

Entry: kismet
Pronunciation: 'kiz-"met, -m&t
Function: noun
Etymology: Turkish, from Arabic qismah portion, lot
Date: 1834
Definitions:
1 : fate, destiny

 

 


Also, kismet is:

...a wireless sniffer

...an extension of Mizar

...a rattery

...an expressive anthropomorphic robot

...producing quality Middle Eastern dance shows, festivals and dance classes

...manufacturer of "Immortals", dolls meant to help ease the grief felt at the loss of a cat

...in Kansas

...a range of lingerie

...a stud (no, really)

"Kiss me, Hardy" - Lord Nelson's dying words