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15 Cards in this Set
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philatelist
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stamp-collector
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philology
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study of language
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phoenix
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symbol of immortality
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phylum
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major classification, second to kingdom, of plants and animals; division
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physiognomy
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face
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piebald
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of different colors; mottled; spotted
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piecemeal
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one part a time; gradually
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pied
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variegated; multicolored
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pillory
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punish by placing in a wooden frame; subject to criticism and ridicule
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pinion
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restrain
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piquant
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pleasantly tart-tasting; stimulating
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pique
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irritation; resentment
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piscatorial
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pertaining to fishing
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plait
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braid; intertwine
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plaudit
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enthusiastic approval; round of applause
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