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Word Explanations finery, extension, medicine, contender, naphtha, euphony, barograph, lying, desist, rampart

Explanation of finery (noun)
that which is used to decorate the person or dress

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Explanation of extension (noun)
form: extensions
a reaching or stretching out, as in space, time or scope

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Explanation of medicine (noun)
form: medicines
a substance possessing or reputed to possess curative or remedial properties

Example of medicine
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Explanation of contender (noun)
one who exerts oneself in opposition or rivalry

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Explanation of naphtha (noun)
a light, colorless, volatile, inflammable oil used as a solvent, as in manufacture of paints

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Explanation of euphony (noun)
form: euphonies
agreeableness of sound

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Explanation of barograph (noun)
form: barographs
an instrument that registers graphically and continuously the atmospheric pressure

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Explanation of lying (noun)
untruthfulness

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Explanation of desist (verb)
forms: desisted; desisted; desisting
to cease from action

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Explanation of rampart (noun)
form: ramparts
a bulwark or construction to oppose assault or hostile entry

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Meaning of finery, extension, medicine, contender, naphtha, euphony, barograph, lying