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::: molecule - the smallest particle (one or more atoms) of a substance that has all the properties of that substance
::: reprieve - postponement or cancelation of a punishment; temporary stay; V: postpone or cancel the punishment of
::: saboteur - one who commits sabotage; destroyer of property; N. sabotage: destruction of property (usually carried out secretly)
::: adjutant - staff officer assisting the commander; assistant
::: abstain - refrain; withhold from participation; intentionally not use one's vote;
::: laceration - torn ragged wound; V. lacerate: tear (the skin as with broken glass); wound
::: contortions - twistings; distortions; V. contort: twist violently out of shape; CF. contortionist
::: imperial - like an emperor; related to an empire; CF. imperialism
::: disheveled - untidy (of hair or clothing); V. dishevel
::: indicative - suggestive; implying; serving to indicate