6 1 noun
n
noun
• (plural) something that reminds you of someone or something
Example sentence • She wore a pair of stylish shades to protect her eyes from the sun.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a large subtropical swamp in southern Florida that is noted for its wildlife
5 2 noun
n
noun
• (Greek mythology) the god of the underworld in ancient mythology; brother of Zeus and husband of Persephone
9 3 noun
n
noun
• fortification consisting of a strong fence made of stakes driven into the ground
verb
• surround with a wall in order to fortify
Example sentence • The palisades along the river provided natural defense for the ancient city.
5 1 noun
n
noun
• the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
Example sentence • We went camping in the woods and pitched our tent among the trees.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• gunfire directed along the length rather than the breadth of a formation
verb
• rake or be in a position to rake with gunfire in a lengthwise direction
9 3 noun
n
noun
• a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
Example sentence • She recounted her thrilling escapades while traveling through Europe.
4 1 noun
n
noun
• informal terms for clothing
Example sentence • He bought a pair of duds from the thrift store.
4 1 verb, noun
v, n
noun
• the froth produced by soaps or detergents
Example sentence • I used too much soap and now there are suds all over the sink.
10 3
noun
• wind in the upper atmosphere blowing above but in the opposite direction from the trade winds
7 2 verb
v
Example sentence • He abrades the metal surface to remove rust.
8 2 verb
v
verb
• build up to a level by depositing sediment
Example sentence • The river aggrades its bed over time as sediment settles at the bottom.
7 2
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8 3 noun
n
noun
• surveying instrument consisting of the upper movable part of a theodolite including the telescope and its attachments
Example sentence • The surveyors used alidades to measure the angles of the land.
9 3 noun
n
noun
• An entertainment consisting of swimmers and divers performing to music
Example sentence • The aquacades at the water park were a thrilling attraction.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• a covered passageway with shops and stalls on either side
Example sentence • The arcades were filled with the sound of laughter and music.
7 2 noun
n
noun
• A song or poem greeting or evoking the dawn.
Example sentence • The poet wrote a series of aubades as a tribute to the sunrise.
9 3
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8 2 noun
n
noun
• a poem consisting of 3 stanzas and an envoy
Example sentence • He is a fan of classical ballades .
11 3 noun
n
noun
• a railing at the side of a staircase or balcony to prevent people from falling
Example sentence • The balustrades on the balcony were beautifully carved.
10 3 noun
n
noun
• a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc.
verb
• render unsuitable for passage
Example sentence • The protestors built barricades to block off the entrance to the government building.
10 3 verb, noun
v, n
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Example sentence • The cruel teacher used bastinades to discipline his students.
11 4 verb
v
verb
• To decompose as a result of biological action, especially by microorganisms
Example sentence • The banana peel biodegrades within a few days.
6 1 noun
n
noun
• especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole
Example sentence • The helicopter blades spun rapidly overhead.
9 2 noun
n
noun
• a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy
verb
• hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
Example sentence • The government imposed blockades to prevent the protesters from reaching the city center.
8 2 noun, adjective
n, adj
noun
• army unit smaller than a division, typically consisting of a small number of battalions
verb
• form or unite into a brigade
Example sentence • The fire brigades responded quickly to the emergency.
8 2 noun
n
noun
• thick heavy expensive material with a raised pattern
verb
• weave a design into (textiles)
Example sentence • She wore a beautiful dress made of gold brocades .
5 1
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9 3 noun
n
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Example sentence • The enemy tried to breach the castle walls using camisades .
10 3 noun
n
noun
• intense and continuous artillery fire
verb
• attack with cannons or artillery
Example sentence • The cannonades shook the ground as they echoed through the valley.
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