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09/22/2010

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Hectic
Definition
Characterized by intense activity, confusion, or haste;flushed.
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Pelisse
Definition
A woman's loose light cloak, often with openings for the arms. A long cloak or outer robe, usually of fur or with a fur lining.
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Chintz
Definition
A printed and glazed cotton fabric, usually of bright colors.
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Bilious
Definition
Relating to, characterized by, or experiencing gastric distress caused by a disorder of the liver or gallbladder.
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Monomaniacs
Definition
Pathological obsession with one idea or subject.Intent concentration on or exaggerated enthusiasm for a single subject or idea.
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Chemise
Definition
A loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist, 
or a woman's sleeveless undergarment
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Pomatum
Definition
Pomade (also called pomatum) is a greasy or waxy substance that is used to style hair. Pomade makes hair look slick and shiny. Unlike hair spray and hair gel, pomade does not dry and often takes several washes to remove.
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Ebb
Definition
The movement of a tide back toward the sea.
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Pell-mell
Definition
In a frantic disorderly haste; headlong: "I went to work pell-mell, blotted several sheets of paper with choice floating thoughts." (Washington Irving).
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Jocund
Definition
Merry and in high spirits; exhibiting happiness.
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Beteem
Definition
To permit; to allow.
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Bruit
Definition
To spread, promulgate or disseminate a rumour, news etc.
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Dexterity
Definition
Skillful in physical movements;
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Truster
Definition
A supporter who accepts something as true.
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Truncheon
Definition
A short stout club used primarily by policemen.
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Primy
Definition
In its prime
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Dalliance
Definition
A wastings of time in idleness or trifles.
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Bawd
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A person who keeps a house of prostitution, or procures women for a lewd purpose.
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Beguille
Definition
To deceive or delude.
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Calumnious
Definition
A falsification or misrepresentation intended to disparage or discredit another.
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