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n. Syn. misuse
improper use or handling; misuse


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n.
system that provides quantitative information about finances


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n.
defendant or defendants in a criminal case; person charged with an offense


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n. Syn. acquirement; attainment
act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something


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n.
treatment of pain or disease by inserting the tips of needles at specific points on the skin


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v.
have an emotional or cognitive impact upon


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n.
any sound or information intended to give notice of approaching danger


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a.
one of two or more things, ideas or courses of action that may be used; option; choice


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n. Syn. bactericide; germicide
substance that prevents infection; substance that restricts the growth of disease-causing microorganisms


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n.
works for an expert to learn a trade; beginner; learner


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