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19 Cards in this Set
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abase (v.)
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To lower in position, estimation, or the like; degrade.
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abbess (n.)
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The lady superior of a nunnery.
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abbey (n.)
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The group of buildings which collectively form the dwelling-place of a society of monks or nuns.
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abbot (n.)
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The superior of a community of monks.
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abdicate (v.)
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To give up (royal power or the like).
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abdomen (n.)
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In mammals, the visceral cavity between the diaphragm and the pelvic floor; the belly.
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abdominal (n.)
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Of, pertaining to, or situated on the abdomen.
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abduction (n.)
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A carrying away of a person against his will, or illegally.
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abed (adv.)
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In bed; on a bed.
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aberration (n.)
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Deviation from a right, customary, or prescribed course.
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abet (v.)
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To aid, promote, or encourage the commission of (an offense).
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abeyance (n.)
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A state of suspension or temporary inaction.
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abhorrence (n.)
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The act of detesting extremely.
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abhorrent (adj.)
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Very repugnant; hateful.
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abidance (n.)
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An abiding.
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abject (adj.)
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Sunk to a low condition.
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abjure (v.)
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To recant, renounce, repudiate under oath.
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able-bodied (adj.)
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Competent for physical service.
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ablution (n.)
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A washing or cleansing, especially of the body.
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