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A machine with a rapidly rotating container that applies force to its contents, typically to separate fluids of different densities (e.g., cream from milk) or liquids from solids.
Centrifuge
A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
Cacophony
To make (something) appear unexpectedly or seemingly from nowhere as if by magic.
Conjure
Roaming about from place to place aimlessly, frequently, or without a fixed pattern of movement.
Nomadic
The nose of a mammal, especially when it is long and mobile, such as the trunk of an elephant or the snout of a tapir.
Proboscis
Belief or opinion contrary to society.
Heresy
Humiliating failure. To fall on one’s butt.
Pratfall
Relating to the sense of smell.
Olfactory
A person holding religious beliefs other than those of the main world religions.
Pagan
Perceptible to the touch.
Tactile
Excitement, arousal.
Titillation
The path followed by a projectile flying or an object moving under the action of given forces.
Trajectory
Thrive, do well, grow.
Flourish
A feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.
Melancholy
One of a number of portions or divisions likened to layers or levels.
Stratum
