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Explanation of metamorphosis (noun)
form: metamorphoses

a passing from one form or shape into another



   
Explanation of trestle (noun)
an open braced framework for supporting the horizontal stringers of a railway-bridge



   
Explanation of conduit (noun)
form: conduits

a means for conducting something, particularly a tube, pipe or passageway for a fluid



   
Explanation of chateau (noun)
forms: chateaus, chateaux

a castle or manor-house



   
Explanation of plumb (noun)
form: plumbs

a weight suspended by a line to test the verticality of something



   
Explanation of electrotype (noun)
a metallic copy of any surface, as a coin



   
Explanation of periodicity (noun)
the habit or characteristic of recurrence at regular intervals



   
Explanation of overlord (noun)
form: overlords

superior ruler (especially in feudal system); one with great influence



   
Explanation of vogue (noun)
form: vogues

the prevalent way or fashion



   
Explanation of solecism (noun)
any violation of established rules or customs



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