June 29 Flashcards
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putto
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A representation of a small child, often naked and having wings, used especially in the art of the European Renaissance.
2
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cherub
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(ˈtʃɛr əb) A person, especially a child, with an innocent or chubby face.
3
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effeminacy
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Having or showing qualities or characteristics more often associated with females than males; unmanly
4
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wail
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- To make a long, loud, high-pitched cry, as in grief, sorrow, or fear. See Synonyms at cry.
5
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chortle
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A snorting, joyful laugh or chuckle.
6
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adversary
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(ˈædvəsərɪ) 1. a person or group that is hostile to someone; enemy
2. an opposing contestant in a game or sport
7
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potent
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Possessing inner or physical strength; powerful.
8
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buoy
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(bɔɪ; US ˈbuːɪ)
n
(Navigation) a distinctively shaped and coloured float, anchored to the bottom, for designating moorings, navigable channels, or obstructions in a body of water.
9
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abeyance
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- The condition of being temporarily set aside; suspension: held the plan in abeyance.
