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7 3 noun n noun
• the hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder
Example sentence • The doctor examined the axillas for any signs of infection.
9 3 verb, noun v, n noun
• submersed plant with whorled lanceolate leaves and solitary axillary flowers; Old World plant naturalized in southern United States and clogging Florida's waterways
Example sentence • The lake was infested with hydrillas , making it difficult for boating.
8 3 noun
• small genus of Asiatic herbs
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8 3 noun n noun
• Ictonyx striatus, a small, carnivorous, nocturnal African mammal resembling a skunk.
7 2 noun n noun
• an Old World plant of the genus Scilla having narrow basal leaves and pink or blue or white racemose flowers
Example sentence • The scillas bloomed early this year due to the warm weather.
9 3 noun n noun
• a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment
Example sentence • The guerillas launched a surprise attack on the enemy base.
10 3 noun n noun
• a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment
Example sentence • The guerrillas ambushed the enemy troops.
8 2 adverb, noun adv, n noun
• a kind of mantis shrimp
6 2 noun n noun
• detached or semidetached suburban house
Example sentence • The villas in this seaside resort have stunning ocean views.
3 1 verb v noun
• (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right ascension for an observer at a particular location and time of day
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• the capital and largest city of the Philippines; located on southern Luzon
Example sentence • I bought a pack of manilas for my scrapbooking project.
6 2 noun n noun
• a minute hairlike projection on mucous membrane
Example sentence • Each individual villus is covered in tiny microvilli.
7 2 adjective adj adjective
• Hairy, covered with soft long hair.
Example sentence • The villous surface of the small intestine helps in absorption of nutrients.
7 3 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• any of several tropical and subtropical treelike herbs of the genus Musa having a terminal crown of large entire leaves and usually bearing hanging clusters of elongated fruits
Example sentence • I bought some bananas from the grocery store.
13 5 adjective adj adjective
• of flowering plants (especially orchids etc) that are pollinated by insects
Example sentence • The bright colors of entomophilous flowers attract bees and butterflies.
13 5 noun n noun
• a Gram-positive rod-shaped bacterium that produces lactic acid (especially in milk)
Example sentence • The fermentation process involves the use of lactobacillus bacteria.
14 5 adjective adj adjective satellite
• living symbiotically with ants
Example sentence • The myrmecophilous plant secretes nectar to attract ants.
11 4 noun n noun
• Any of many fingerlike extensions on the surfaces of many cells, consisting of the proteins actin, fimbrin, and villin.
Example sentence • The function of a microvillus is to increase the surface area for absorption.
7 2 preposition
• On account of, because of.
conjunction
• By or for the cause that; on this account that; for the reason that.
Example sentence • I couldn't go to the party because I had to work.
6 2 noun n noun
• Greek coloratura soprano (born in the United States) known for her dramatic intensity in operatic roles (1923-1977)
Example sentence • The callas in the garden bloomed beautifully.
7 2 noun n noun
• (plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
Example sentence • She wore glasses to correct her vision.
7 3 noun n noun
• equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other)
Example sentence • I need to buy new cameras for our photography club.
7 3 noun n noun
• a pair of loose trousers tied by a drawstring around the waist; worn by men and women in some Asian countries
Example sentence • I like to wear my cozy pajamas when I go to bed.
5 3 noun n noun
• an elaborate song for solo voice
Example sentence • The opera singer practiced her arias diligently to prepare for her upcoming performance.
7 2 noun n noun
• United States labor leader who organized the longshoremen (1901-1990)
Example sentence • Many cities have pedestrian bridges to safely cross busy roads.
6 2 verb, noun v, n noun
• any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills
Example sentence • There are many colorful fishes in the tropical reef.
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Example sentence • Godzilla is one of the most popular zillas .
7 3 noun n noun
• a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
Example sentence • She filed a lawsuit seeking damages for personal injury.
7 3 verb, noun, adjective v, n, adj noun
• an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase `left to your own devices'
Example sentence • Many electronic devices , such as smartphones and tablets, are equipped with touch screens.
6 2 noun n noun
• something lost (especially money lost at gambling)
Example sentence • The company reported significant losses in its quarterly earnings report.
6 2 noun n noun
• the common people generally
Example sentence • The masses gathered in the town square to protest the government's new policy.
8 3 noun n noun
• land and the buildings on it
Example sentence • We need to clean the premises before the guests arrive.
5 2 noun n noun
• a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
Example sentence • He worked overtime to earn higher wages .
7 2 noun, adjective n, adj noun
• a collection of things sharing a common attribute
verb
• arrange or order by classes or categories
Example sentence • I have three classes in the morning.
7 2 noun n noun
• education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
verb
• move swiftly through or over
Example sentence • I am taking five courses this semester.
6 2 verb v adjective
• of advancing the ball by throwing it
noun
• (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls
Example sentence • He passes the ball to his teammate.
5 2 noun n Example sentence • There are several horse races scheduled for this weekend.
7 2 noun n noun
• a Nicaraguan counterrevolutionary guerrilla force from 1979 to 1990; it opposed a left-wing government, with support from the United States
Example sentence • The contras fought against the Sandinista government in Nicaragua.
13 4 noun n noun
• your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
12 4 noun n noun
• a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
Example sentence • She had to face the consequences of her actions.
6 2 noun n preposition
• Against; in opposition to.
Example sentence • The game tonight is Lakers versus Celtics.
5 2 noun
• French writer remembered for his swashbuckling historical tales (1802-1870)
8 3 noun n noun
• an electrical device that sends or receives radio or television signals
Example sentence • The TV had two antennas for better reception.
9 3 noun n noun
• thin unleavened pancake made from cornmeal or wheat flour
Example sentence • I like to eat tacos with tortillas .
8 2 noun n noun
• (used in the plural) informal term for breeches
Example sentence • He rolled up his britches before wading into the river.
6 2 noun n noun
• an abundance of material possessions and resources
Example sentence • He amassed great riches during his successful business career.
7 3 noun n noun
• fine meal made from cereal grain especially wheat; often used as a cooked cereal or in puddings
Example sentence • The company produces various flavors of farinas .
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