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NEOLOGISM

a new word, usage, or expression

The meaning of the word neologism is a new word, usage, or expression.

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WordMeaning
mediumsomething in a middle position
humusa brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic
swarma great number of honeybees emigrating together from a hive in company with a queen to start a new colony elsewhere
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
dallyto act playfully
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
osseousbony
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
skinflinta person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser
confidencea feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances