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VCR D Lesson 8
VCR D Lesson 8 Flashcards
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Language - English
10th Grade
01/13/2009

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Term
Acclamation
Definition
1. Applause; enthusiastic approval.
2. An oral vote, especially an enthusiastic vote of approval.
Term
Clamor
Definition
A loud outcry, especially in protest.
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Declaim
Definition
To speak loudly or passionately.
Term
Forensic
Definition
Referring to legal proceedings or formal debate or rhetoric.
Term
Forum
Definition
1. The central square or marketplace of a Roman City.
2. A public meeting or any situation for open discussion.
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Lingo
Definition
Unfamiliar language; a dialect or special jargon.
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Lingua Franca
Definition
A language used by people who do not speak a common tongue; usually combines aspects of different languages.
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Linguist
Definition
1. A person who speaks several languages; a polyglot.
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Circumlocution
Definition
1. The use of many words when few would do.
2. Excessive talk; roundabout expression.
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Colloquium
Definition
A meeting for discussion, especially in an academic setting.
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Locution
Definition
A word or expression; phraseology.
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Loquacious
Definition
Very Talkative.
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Proverbial
Definition
1. Of or like a wise or witty folksaying.
2. Well-known; notorious; frequently spoken of.
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Verbatim
Definition
Word for word; in exactly the same words.
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Verbose
Definition
Wordy; using excessive words.
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