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n. roof of the mouth; sense of taste


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n. study of prehistoric life; science of former life of the globe


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a. open for the public to read; obvious; plain


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n. the science which treats diseases, their nature, causes, symptoms; departure or deviation from a normal condition


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n. container for liquids, having a handle and a lip or spout for pouring; a player who throws the ball to the batter


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n. flat or level surface; level of development, existence, or achievement


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a. sound of a sudden heavy fall; well-rounded and full in form


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n. dose of liquid; liquid mixture; liquid medicine


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n. act or instance that may be used as an example in subsequent similar cases


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v. induce; be greater in strength or influence; triumph; win out


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