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::: centrifuge - machine that separates substances by whirling them
::: affront - insult; offense; intentional act of disrespect; V: insult or hurt the feelings of intentionally
::: impropriety - improperness; unsuitableness
::: catalyst - agent which brings about a chemical change while it remains unaffected and unchanged; CF. catalysis
::: viscous - (of a liquid) thick and sticky; gluey; viscid; CF. consistency
::: raiment - clothing; garments; Ex. I have no raiment fit to wear.
::: bauble - trinket; cheap jewel; trifle
::: shove - push forward; push roughly; Ex. pushing and shoving to get on the bus; N.
::: battalion - army unit made up of four or more companies
::: placate - pacify; bring peace to; conciliate; appease