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interregnum

Posted on June 27, 2014June 25, 2014 by admin

In tər reg nəm noun 1. the interval between the end of one reign or regime and the start of another. 2. any period when a state is without a ruler or when the usual…

thrum

Posted on June 26, 2014June 25, 2014 by admin

thruhm transitive verb 1. to play (a stringed instrument or a tune) by plucking, esp. idly or repetitiously. As he spoke, he thrummed his guitar. 2. to drum the fingers on. She…

stigma

Posted on June 25, 2014June 25, 2014 by admin

stIg mə noun plural: stigmas, stigmata 1. a long-lasting mark or stain on one’s character or reputation, esp. of disgrace or reproach. He was never able to overcome the stigma of having…

clinch

Posted on June 24, 2014June 24, 2014 by admin

transitive verb 1. to make certain or final; secure; settle. A week before the end of the season, the team clinched first place. It was the offer of more money that clinched…

visceral

Posted on June 23, 2014June 23, 2014 by admin

vI sə rəl 1. of, concerning, or affecting the viscera. The patient complained of visceral pain that was felt as an aching in the lower abdomen. 2: stemming from instinct or intuition…

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