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n. pantry; place where food is kept


Spelling Word: larder
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a. vigorously passionate; excessive desire, especially in sexual activity


Spelling Word: lecherous
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n. lack of seriousness; the lightness of manner or speech, especially when inappropriate


Spelling Word: levity
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n. something that holds or links various parts together


Spelling Word: linchpin
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n. any large macrurous crustacean used as a food


Spelling Word: lobster
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n. any one of numerous species of long-winged, migratory insects of the family Acrididae


Spelling Word: locust
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n. long life; great duration of life; long duration or continuance, as in an occupation


Spelling Word: longevity
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n. moment of calm; a period of calm weather; temporary quiet and rest


Spelling Word: lull
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v. wound seriously; cause permanent loss of function of limb or part of the body


Spelling Word: maim
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n. strict disciplinarian; one who demands absolute adherence to forms and rules


Spelling Word: martinet