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In omnia paratus: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. In omnia paratus (Latin phrase): Ready for all things; prepared for anything. This Latin phrase translates literally to "ready…
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Banknote: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Banknote (noun): A piece of paper currency issued by a bank, used as legal tender for transactions. 2. Banknote…
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Witness: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Witness (noun): A person who sees an event, typically a crime or accident, take place. 2. Witness (noun): A…
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Look: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Look (verb): To direct one's gaze in a particular direction or at someone/something. 2. Look (verb): To give the…
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Selfless: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Selfless (adjective): Having no concern for oneself; putting the needs of others before one’s own. The word "selfless" describes…
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Coerce: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Coerce (verb): To force someone to do something by using pressure, threats, or intimidation. 2. Coerce (verb): To make…
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Intransitive: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Intransitive (adjective): Refers to a verb that does not require a direct object to complete its meaning. 2. Intransitive…
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Endurance: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Endurance (noun): The ability to withstand hardship or adversity, especially over a long period. 2. Endurance (noun): The capacity…
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Arbalest: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Arbalest (noun): A medieval crossbow with a steel bow, capable of shooting projectiles with great force. 2. Arbalest (noun):…
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Misanthrope: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Misanthrope (noun): A person who dislikes or distrusts humankind and avoids human society. 2. Misanthrope (noun): Someone with a…
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Candid: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Candid (adjective): Truthful and straightforward; frank. 2. Candid (adjective): (of a photograph) Taken informally, especially without the subject's knowledge.…
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Added: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Added (verb): Included something extra or additional to an existing amount or group. 2. Added (adjective): Describes something that…
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Little: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Little (adjective): Small in size, amount, or degree. 2. Little (adjective): Young or small in age, especially in comparison…
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Consultant: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Consultant (noun): A person who provides expert advice professionally. 2. Consultant (noun): A specialist, often in a particular field,…
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Autonomous: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Autonomous (adjective): Describes an entity, region, or organization that governs itself independently without external authority. 2. Autonomous (adjective): Refers…
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