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GENUS

a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic

The meaning of the word genus is a class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic.

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WordMeaning
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
steadfastfirmly fixed in place : immovable
scholarlyof, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned
tantamountequivalent in value, significance, or effect
ruthlesshaving no pity : merciless
baubletrinket
brindledhaving obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground
bifurcateddivided into two branches or parts
riftfissure
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument