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noun • an individual instance of a type of symbol • something serving as a sign of something else • a metal or plastic disk that can be redeemed or used in designated slot machines • something of sentimental value adjective satellite • insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal) | ||||
| 31% | 7 | Uses letters as placeholders for unknown values | ||
noun • the mathematics of generalized arithmetical operations | ||||
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noun • a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing • a blank gap or missing part • a piece of material ready to be made into something • a cartridge containing an explosive charge but no bullet adjective satellite • (of a surface) not written or printed on • without comprehension • not charged with a bullet • complete and absolute verb • keep the opposing (baseball) team from winning | ||||
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