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Determine: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Determine (verb): To establish something exactly, typically as a result of research or calculation. 2. Determine (verb): To cause…
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Pathology: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Pathology (noun): The scientific study of diseases, their causes, processes, development, and consequences. 2. Pathology (noun): The abnormalities or…
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Workshop: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Workshop (noun): A room or building where tools and machines are used for making or repairing things. 2. Workshop…
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Loop: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Loop (noun): A shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself. 2. Loop (noun): A structure,…
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Egregious: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Egregious (adjective): Outstandingly bad or shocking in a remarkably noticeable way. 2. Egregious (adjective): Exceptionally flagrant or glaring, especially…
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Gentrification: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Gentrification (noun): The process of renovating and improving a neighborhood so that it attracts more affluent residents, often displacing…
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Mandatory: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Mandatory (adjective): Required by law, rule, or authority; not optional. 2. Mandatory (noun): A person or organization assigned authority…
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Hamper: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Hamper (verb): To hinder or obstruct the progress, movement, or function of something. 2. Hamper (noun): A large basket…
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Short: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Short (adjective): Having little length, height, or duration compared to what is usual or expected. 2. Short (adverb): Abruptly…
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Intern: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Intern (noun): A student or trainee who works in an organization, often without pay, to gain practical experience. 2.…
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Gilly: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Gilly (noun): A servant or attendant, especially one who assists a Highland chief or huntsman in Scotland. 2. Gilly…
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Biannual: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Biannual (adjective): Occurring twice a year; semiannual. The word "biannual" is commonly used in schedules, reports, and event planning…
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Gas: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Gas (noun): A state of matter consisting of particles that have neither a fixed shape nor a fixed volume.…
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Peak: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Peak (noun): The highest point or maximum level of something, such as performance, activity, or height. 2. Peak (verb):…
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Projection: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

1. Projection (noun): The act of presenting or displaying something onto a surface or into space. 2. Projection (noun): An…
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