noun a disastrous occurrence; calamity.The fire that killed these children was one of the greatest tragedies this city has every known. See the full entry
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smudge
noun a dirty blot or mark; smear; stain.There was dirty smudge on his new suede boots.The workers returned with smudges on their faces. See the full entry
scope
noun the breadth or range of one’s view, thoughts, operation, or the like.The clients were impressed with the scope of our vision for their project.These questions are beyond the scope of this…
orifice
noun an opening, such as a vent, mouth, or hole, through which something can pass.The nostrils are two orifices through which viruses commonly enter the body. See the full entry
infrastructure
noun the basic facilities and equipment, especially of a technological nature, that are necessary for a system or organization to function.This country has a highly developed infrastructure of highways and bridges. See…