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Definition of cache
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hiding place to store something
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After confessing, the robber led detectives to a cache of stolen gems in the basement.
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Definition of commend
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praise; mention favorably; compliment
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The volunteers were commended for their heroic efforts to save lives.
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Definition of cur
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worthless dog
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Lassie is a kind and intelligent animal. Please don't refer to her as a cur.
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Definition of despotic
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characteristics of a despot (a monarch having absolute power); domineering; dictatorial; tyrannical; autocratic
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The American colonists revolted against the despotic rule of George III.
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Definition of dispute
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argue about; debate; declare not true; call into question; oppose; challenge
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Charley disputed my solutions until I showed him definite proof that I was right.
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Definition of edifice
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building; especially a large or impressive building
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The huge edifice under construction near the airport will be a hotel.
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Definition of era
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historical period; period of time; age; epoch
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The atomic era began with the dropping of the first atomic bomb in 1945.
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Definition of initiate
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1. begin; introduce; originate; inaugurate
2. put through the ceremony of becoming a member; admit; induct |
The Pilgrims initiated the custom of celebrating Thanksgiving Day.
Next Friday our club is going to initiate three new members. |
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Definition of Jolly Roger
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pirates' flag; black flag with white skull and crossbones
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The Jolly Roger flying from the mast of the approaching ship indicated that it was a pirate ship.
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Definition of multitude
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very large number of people or things; crowd; throng; horde; swarm
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There was such a multitude outside the store waiting for the sale to begin that we decided to return later.
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Definition of perceive
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become aware of through the senses; see; note; observe; behold; understand
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When the lights went out, I couldn't see a thing, but gradually I was able to perceive the outlines of the larger pieces of furniture.
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Definition of portal
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(usually plural) door; entrance, especially, a grand or impressive one; gate
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The original doors at the main entrance have been replaced by bronze portals.
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Definition of reserved
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1. restrained in speech or action; reticent; uncommunicative; tight-lipped; taciturn
2. unsociable; aloof; withdrawn |
Mark was reserved at first but became much more communicative when he got to know us better.
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Definition of restrain
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hold back; check; curb; repress; keep under control
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Mildred could not restrain her impulse to open the package immediately, even though it read, "Do not open before Christmas!"
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Definition of retract
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draw back; withdraw; take back; unsay
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You can depend on Frank. Once he has given his promise, he will not retract it.
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Definition of spine
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chain of small bones down the middle of the back; backbone
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The ribs are curved bones extending from the spine and enclosing the upper part of the body.
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Definition of stroll
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idle and leisurely walk; ramble
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It was a warm spring afternoon, and many people were out for a stroll.
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timorous
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full of fear; afraid; timid
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I admit I was timorous when I began my speech, but as I went along, I felt less and less afraid.
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Definition of tuition
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payment for instruction
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When I go to college, I will probably work each summer to help pay the tuition.
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Definition of version
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1. account or description from one point of view; interpretation
2. translation |
Now that we have Vera's description of the accident, let us listen to your version.
"The Count of Monte Cristo" was written in French, but you can read it in the English version. |
