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an archaic term for severe headaches (migraines), dizziness, or a state of depression and whimsical caprice.
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destructive to both sides in a conflict.
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makeup; cosmetics.
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a tall slender tower of a mosque having one or more balconies from which the summons to prayer is cried by the muezzin.
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emerge from a narrow or confined space into a wide, open area.
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serving as a protector, guardian, or patron.
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an item of food.
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(historical) a cushion attached to the back of a saddle for an additional passenger.
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the upper edge of a ship's or boat's side (less common spelling of gunwale).
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a long seat formed of a mattress laid against the side of a room, upon the floor, or a raised structure or frame, with cushions to lean against.
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a brothel.
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a tough outer protective layer, especially that of an animal or plant.
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a person employed, or a contractor engaged, at a dock to load and unload cargo from ships.
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(of breathing) noisy and labored.
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(of an action or situation) likely to arouse or incur resentment or anger in others.
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making soft or supple; also: soothing especially to the skin or mucous membrane.
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clothing.
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health-giving; healthy.
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a small, dome-like structure that sits on top of a building, often crowning a larger roof or dome.
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a jai alai cesta, a long, curved wicker scoop worn on the hand to catch and throw a ball in the sport of jai alai.