Hard TOEFL Words - Group 8

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n. any of the small solid extraterrestrial bodies that hits the earth's atmosphere

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n. stony or metallic mass of matter that has fallen to the earth's surface from outer space

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v. diminish; belittle; make small or insignificant

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a. amateur; not professional

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n. a source of materials to nourish the body

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n. beginner; person new to a field or activity

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v. destroy completely; do away with completely so as to leave no trace

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n. one who is strict in observing or complying with a law, rule, custom; observer

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a. at some distance from the shore

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a. furnished with essential equipment for a particular occupation; equipped with appropriate wearing apparel and accessories