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Pontificial (2)
related to a high-ranking religious leader, particularly the Pope of the Roman Catholic Church.
Furtive (3)
Characterized by stealth or secrecy; attempting to avoid attention or observation; secretive
Lathe-turned (3)
A method of shaping wood or metal by rotating it against a cutting tool.
Novice (8)
A person who is new to or inexperienced in a particular skill, activity, or subject.
Conscripted (8)
Forced military enlistment; when individuals are compelled to serve in the armed forces, usually during times of war or national emergency.
Consecrated (8)
Sacred or holy, typically referring to a religious ceremony or object that has been blessed or set apart for a special purpose.
Superfluous (8)
Excessive or unnecessary, beyond what is required or desired.
Morass (9)
A challenging situation or complex problem that is difficult to escape or resolve due to its complexity and entanglement.
Languid (9)
lacking energy or vitality; weak or sluggish in character or disposition.
Organdy (9)
A lightweight, sheer fabric made from cotton or synthetic fibers. It has a crisp texture and is often used for formal wear, bridal gowns, and curtains.
Augured (10)
(of an event or circumstance) portend a good or bad outcome.
Penury (10)
Extreme poverty or destitution; a state of being extremely poor or lacking basic necessities of life.
Lignumvitae (13)
A dense, durable wood native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is known for its dark green color and high oil content, making it resistant to water and insect damage. Lignumvitae is commonly used for tool handles, bearings, and other applications requiring strength and durability.
Cumbiamba dance (14)
A lively Latin American dance originating in Colombia, characterized by fast-paced footwork, hip movements, and vibrant music.
Feigned (15)
Pretending or faking an action, feeling, or belief without sincerity.
Panopticon (15)
a circular prison with cells arranged around a central well, from which prisoners could at all times be observed.
stolid (16)
(of a person) calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.
scapular (17)
part of a monk's or nun's habit: a strip of fabric protecting back and front of their habit.
marquetry (18)
inlaid work made from small pieces of variously colored wood or other materials, used chiefly for the decoration of furniture.
seton (18)
a skein of cotton or other absorbent material passed below the skin and left with the ends protruding, to promote drainage of fluid or to act as a counterirritant.
blennorrhea (18)
an excessive discharge of watery mucus, esp from the urethra or the vagina.
permanganate (18)
a salt containing the anion MnO4−, typically deep purplish-red and with strong oxidizing properties.
unsated (19)
not having been satisfied
phosphorescent (20)
the property of being luminous at temperatures below incandescence
ephemeral (20)
lasting for a very short time.
peremptory (21)
(especially of a person's manner or actions) insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a brusquely imperious way
throes (22)
intense or violent pain and struggle, especially accompanying birth, death, or great change.
thoracic (22)
relating to the thorax; pertaining to the chest
encephalic (23)
relating to, affecting, or situated in the brain.
hypertrophy (23)
the enlargement of an organ or tissue from the increase in size of its cells.
trepanation (23)
is a surgical intervention in which a hole is drilled or scraped into the human skull
houri (23)
a beautiful young woman, especially one of the virgin companions of the faithful in the Muslim Paradise.
lucidity (23)
clarity of expression; intelligibility.
diuretics (24)
a diuretic drug; help reduce fluid buildup in the body
panoptic (24)
showing or seeing the whole at one view. - used in a prison context, being constantly monitored
absinthe (24)
a potent green aniseed-flavored alcoholic spirit, made with the shrub wormwood
retinue (26)
a group of advisers, assistants, or others accompanying an important person
precipice (26)
a very steep rock face or cliff, especially a tall one.
valise (26)
a small traveling bag or suitcase.
idyllic (26)
(especially of a time or place) like an idyll; extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque
reticence (27)
the quality of being reticent; reserve.
reserved
alum (27)
a colorless astringent compound that is a hydrated double sulfate of aluminum and potassium, used in solution medicinally and in dyeing and tanning.
alum water - a nontoxic liquid that is commonly used in water treatment plants to clarify drinking water
mercurochrome (27)
a mercurial compound applied topically as an antiseptic
Coup de grace (27)
a final blow or shot given to kill a wounded person or animal
Arnica (27)
a preparation of the arnica plant used medicinally, especially for the treatment of bruises.
Filched (30)
pilfer or steal (something, especially a thing of small value) in a casual way
providential (34)
occurring at a favorable time; opportune
utilitarian (34)
designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive
penance (35)
voluntary self-punishment inflicted as an outward expression of repentance for having done wrong
scimitar (35)
a short sword with a curved blade that broadens toward the point, used originally in Eastern countries.
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