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| (n) specialized words of a profession or trade |
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| (adj) seeking unrealistic goals |
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(n) a person with fine taste, especially in food
(adj. -epicurean) |
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| (n) informal, specialized vocabulary or expressions of a particular group |
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(n) implied or suggested meaning associated with a word as opposed to its literal meaning
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(n) a direct specific meaning of a word as distinct from an implied or associated one
(adj. -denotative) |
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(n) a nonliteral expression that can not be understood by the meanings of its individual words
(adj. -idiomatic) |
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| (n, adj) a simplified speech used for communication between people with different languages; describing such blended language |
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| (n) the study of meanings and word interpretation |
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(adj) in language, conforming to established rules of educated speakers
(n) an established measure of quality |
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| (n, adj) everyday language, rather than literary language; expression common to a country, place, or group |
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| (v) to stimulate or excite into action |
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(adj) jolly; cheerful
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| (n) a formidable opponent; one who inflicts vengeance |
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| (adj) requiring endless effort, often pointlessly |
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| (n) a nonstandard or improper use of language |
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