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a marine crustacean that attaches itself permanently to underwater surfaces

an instrument that records changes in atmospheric pressure

an instrument that measures atmospheric pressure

relating to a highly ornate and extravagant style of art, architecture, or music from the 17th and early 18th centuries; excessively elaborate or complex

a concentrated outpouring of questions, criticisms, or blows; a rapid, continuous attack

a large cylindrical container used to hold liquids

too poor to produce much or any vegetation; unproductive or empty

a barrier erected to block or defend against movement; to block a passage with obstacles

a fence, obstacle, or circumstance that prevents progress or access

Something that prevents progress or access; obstacles or hindrances.

except for; if not for

A type of lawyer in certain legal systems who specializes in courtroom advocacy and litigation.

To exchange goods or services without using money.

A system of exchange where goods and services are traded directly without using money.

A person who trades goods or services without using money.

The lowest part or foundation of something; or to establish something upon.

a sport in which two teams try to score runs by hitting a ball and running around bases

A narrow board running along the bottom of an interior wall, covering the joint between wall and floor.

without foundation; groundless; unfounded

the lowest floor of a building, usually partly or completely below ground

shy, easily embarrassed, or reluctant to draw attention

forming the most important or simplest part of something

in the most important or fundamental way; essentially

an aromatic herb with green leaves used in cooking, especially Italian cuisine

small black seeds from the basil plant, often used in drinks and desserts

the underlying support or foundation for an idea, argument, or process

to lie in and enjoy warmth or to take great pleasure in something

a container made of woven materials used for carrying or storing things

a game played by two teams who try to score points by throwing a ball through a hoop

the lowest adult male singing voice; also, low-frequency sounds in music or a type of fish

a large woodwind instrument with a deep sound

a child born to unmarried parents (offensive); also used informally as an insult or to describe something unpleasant

A flowering tree with bright orange-red flowers, also known as flame of the forest

the act of corrupting, degrading, or misrepresenting something

to corrupt or debase something by altering it from its original form; to change in a way that reduces quality or purity

to pour or brush melted fat, juices, or liquid over meat during cooking to keep it moist

a stronghold or fortification; a place or institution strongly defending particular principles

a wooden or metal club used to hit a ball in sports like baseball or cricket

a quantity of items produced or processed at one time

to lessen or restrain; to diminish the force or intensity of something

an act of washing the body in water; or the container used for this purpose

to wash oneself; to clean the body with water

displaying insincere or trivial emotion; producing an unintended ridiculous effect through sudden change from serious to silly

a room containing a toilet and usually a sink or shower

The measurement of depth of water in oceans, seas, or lakes.

A thin stick carried by a conductor to direct an orchestra, or used as a symbol of authority.

A large body of soldiers ready for battle, typically consisting of several companies.

To fasten or secure something tightly.

To strike repeatedly with force.

A device that stores and provides electrical energy; also refers to a group of similar things or repeated blows.