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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
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
eccentricitythe quality or state of being eccentric
typhoona hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased
degradationthe act or process of degrading
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
arraignto call (a defendant) before a court to answer to an indictment : charge
shama trick that deludes : hoax
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