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CROTCHETY

given to crotchets (see crotchet

The meaning of the word crotchety is given to crotchets (see crotchet.

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rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
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secta dissenting or schismatic religious body
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genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
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