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feckless
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1. weak, ineffective
2. worthless, irresponsible http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/feckless |
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bauble
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1. trinket
2. a fool's sceptor 3. something of trivial appeal http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bauble |
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Rush (n)
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Any of various stiff marsh plants of the genus Juncus, having pliant hollow or pithy stems and small flowers with scalelike perianths.
Any of various similar, usually aquatic plants. The stem of one of these plants, used in making baskets, mats, and chair seats. http://www.answers.com/rushes&r=67 |
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awl
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A pointed tool for making holes, as in wood or leather.
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tome
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1: a volume forming part of a larger work
2: book; especially : a large or scholarly book http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tome |
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osiers
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1: any of various willows (especially Salix viminalis) whose pliable twigs are used for furniture and basketry
2: a willow rod used in basketry 3: any of several American dogwoods http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/OSIERS |
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windfall
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1. an unexpected gain, piece of good fortune, or the like.
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loam
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. a rich, friable soil containing a relatively equal mixture of sand and silt and a somewhat smaller proportion of clay.
3. earth or soil. |
