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Word | Type | Used in a Sentence | Synonym |
carp | noun | We enjoyed feeding the carp in China. | an edible freshwater fish |
verb | He would carp on the subject for hours. | to find fault in a disagreeable way | |
carton | noun | We bought a carton of eggs for breakfast. | any of various containers made from cardboard |
caste | noun | She came from a lower caste in India. | any of four classes in Hindu society |
categorical | adj. | He made a categorical denial of the charges. | without exception or qualification |
cater | verb | The nurses would cater to my every need. | to be particularly attentive; minister |
cauliflower | noun | Cauliflower can be eaten raw or cooked. | a edible white head vegetable |
casual | adj. | Ours was a casual meeting. | without ceremony or formality |
celibacy | noun | Celibacy can be a good objective for teenagers. | abstinence from sexual intercourse |
censor | verb | The army often will censor mail going home. | one who removes information deemed harmful |