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SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 16

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a person who sells fish and seafood

Ex: With a wide selection of fish and seafood available , the fishmonger catered to the diverse tastes and preferences of shoppers .
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larder
[noun]

a cupboard or small room found in people's houses, particularly in the past, in order to store food

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pincer
[noun]

a grasping tool or instrument consisting of two arms joined at a pivot

Ex: The archaeologist gently used a pincer to unearth the ancient artifact from the excavation site .
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seer
[noun]

a person who is believed to have supernatural insight or the ability to foresee the future

Ex: Despite skepticism from some , many continued to believe in the seer's extraordinary abilities , finding solace in their prophecies during uncertain times .
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limerick
[noun]

a humorous poem of five anapestic lines with a rhyme scheme of AABBA

Ex: The book was filled with limericks that brought joy to readers of all ages .
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derrick
[noun]

a type of lifting apparatus consisting of a vertical mast and a boom, typically used in construction or oil drilling operations

Ex: The mining company invested in a state-of-the-art derrick to facilitate ore extraction from the deep shafts .
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maverick
[noun]

an individual who thinks and behaves differently and independently

Ex: In a room full of followers , he stood out as the maverick.
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mechanics
[noun]

the branch of physics that deals with the study of motion and the behavior of physical systems under the action of forces

Ex: Quantum mechanics, a branch of physics, describes the behavior of particles at the atomic and subatomic levels, revealing the fundamental principles governing the microscopic world.
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the branch of medicine and surgery dealing with pregnancy and childbirth

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mosaic
[noun]

a plant condition characterized by mottled or variegated patterns on leaves, often caused by viral infections

Ex: Effective crop rotation and the use of virus-resistant plant varieties are key strategies for controlling mosaic diseases in agriculture.
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bucolic
[noun]

someone who leads a simple, rural life, often associated with countryside occupations such as farming or shepherding

Ex: Visitors to the bucolic's farm were often struck by the serenity of the surroundings , feeling a sense of peace and connection with nature .
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avarice
[noun]

excessive desire for money and material goods

Ex: Their avarice caused them to make unethical decisions for financial gain .
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a substance used for cleaning and maintaining oral hygiene

Ex: Regular use of dentifrice, along with flossing and routine dental check-ups , is essential for maintaining a healthy smile .
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prejudice
[noun]

an unreasonable opinion or judgment based on dislike felt for a person, group, etc., particularly because of their race, sex, etc.

Ex: The novel explores themes of prejudice and social inequality .
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crevice
[noun]

a narrow crack or fissure in a surface, often found in rocks, walls, or other solid structures

Ex: As the sun set , shadows deepened within the crevices of the ancient ruins , adding to their mysterious allure .
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orifice
[noun]

a hole or external opening in the body, such as an ear canal or the anus

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novice
[noun]

a person who is new and inexperienced in a position

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cornice
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a decorative box-shaped valance that is mounted at the top of a window and used to conceal the curtain rod or other hardware while adding a decorative touch to the window treatment

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