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EXCERPT

a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract

The meaning of the word excerpt is a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract.

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WordMeaning
tightwada close or miserly person
articulateexpressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively
cardiologistthe study of the heart and its action and diseases
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
martineta strict disciplinarian
boorpeasant
reprehensibleworthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection