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metrology n	help, file
The science of weights and measures or of measurement. A system of weights and measures.
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whodunit n	help, file
A novel or drama concerning a crime (usually a murder) in which a detective solves clues to determine the perpetrator.
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excoriate v	help, file
To wear off the skin of; to chafe or flay. To strongly denounce or censure.
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inalienable adj	help, file
Incapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred to another.
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progenitor n	help, file
Any of a person's direct ancestors; an individual from whom one or more people are descended. A predecessor of something. Someone who originates or founds something.
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gurgle v	help, file
To flow with a bubbling sound. To make such a sound.
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tectiform adj	help, file
Roof-shaped; sloping downwards on two sides from a raised center.
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oilskin n	help, file
Cloth made from cotton and treated with oil and pigment to make it waterproof. A raincoat made from cotton fabric treated this way. (by extension) Foul-weather gear worn by sailors, whether of natural or synthetic materials.
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cadre n	help, file
A frame or framework. (military) The framework or skeleton upon which a regiment is to be formed; the officers of a regiment forming the staff. The core of a managing group.
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purport v	help, file
To convey, imply, or profess outwardly. To intend.
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aflutter adj	help, file
In a state of excited anticipation or confusion.
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heirloom n	help, file
A valued possession that has been passed down through the generations. A crop variety that has been passed down through generations of farmers by seed saving and cultivation.
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right as rain adj	help, file
Very good; healthy. Correct; factually accurate.
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inculcate v	help, file
To teach by repeated instruction. To induce understanding or a particular sentiment.
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doppelganger n	help, file
A ghostly double of a living person, especially one that haunts such a person. An evil twin. A remarkably similar double.
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haphazard adj	help, file
Random, chaotic, incomplete; not thorough, constant or consistent.
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susurrus n	help, file
(literary) A whispering or rustling sound; a murmur.
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unbosom v	help, file
To tell someone about one's troubles, and thus obtain relief. To confess a misdeed.
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legwork n	help, file
(idiomatic) Work, especially research, that involves significant walking, travel, or similar effort Skillful or vigorous use of the legs, as in dance or sports.
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cavil v	help, file
To criticise for petty or frivolous reasons.
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untoward adj	help, file
Unfavourable, adverse, or disadvantageous. Unruly, troublesome. Unseemly, improper.
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shibboleth n	help, file
A word, especially seen as a test, to distinguish someone as belonging to a particular nation, class, profession etc. A common or longstanding belief, custom, or catchphrase associated with a particular group, especially one with little current meaning or truth.
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manitou n	help, file
A god or spirit as the object of religious awe or ritual among some American Indians.
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lahar n	help, file
A volcanic mudflow.
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bat an eyelid v	help, file
(idiomatic) To react in any slight way; to respond.
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dulcet adj	help, file
Sweet, especially when describing voice or tones; melodious. Generally pleasing; agreeable.
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junta n	help, file
A council or assembly; especially, the grand council of state in Spain. The ruling council of a military dictatorship.
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nostrify v	help, file
To nostrificate; to grant recognition to a degree from a foreign university. To adopt, accept, or include as part of one's own culture.
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bistro n	help, file
A small European-style restaurant. A small bar.
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fecund adj	help, file
Highly fertile; able to produce offspring. (figuratively) Leading to new ideas or innovation.
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zilch n	help, file
Nothing; zero.
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