4 Flashcards

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barrel

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Noun
A large cylindrical
container used to store liquids, that has a flat top and bottom.

A barrel of oil is a common measure for its price.

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brochure

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A small paper covered book that has in it information or advertising that is descriptive.

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bureaucrat

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An official of the government or administration.
Bureaucrats staff government agencies and must be aware of regulatory issues.

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canon

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A principle, standard, or general rule.

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canvas

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The artist looked long at the empty canvas considering the picture to be painted.

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captivate

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To get and keep someone’s attention by charm or some other type of enjoyable or irresistible feature.

The child captivated the audience with his smile and charm.

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cargo

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Products transported as freight by sea, air, or road

The ship’s cargo included bananas and pineapples from Central America.

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casualty

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A person that has been hurt or killed in an accident.

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cater

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To give what is desired or needed in a specific situation or by a specific collection or people.

The mother caters to the needs of her oldest son.

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caterpillar

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The larva belonging to a butterfly or a moth. It characteristics are having a long soft body, a lot of short legs, and many bright colors on its skin.

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