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n. arm; leg; any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree


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a. educated; schooled; one who can read and write


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n. an imaginary great circle on the surface of the earth passing through the north and south poles


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a. profitable; producing a good profit


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a. causing shock or horror; gruesome


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n. authoritative command or instruction; commission of authorizing to administer a territory


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n. public declaration of principles; statement of policy


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n. exaggerated display; a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual


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n. dwelling-house of the better class; a large or stately residence


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n. a loose sleeveless coat worn over outer garments; cloak as a symbol of authority; covering; envelope


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