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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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affinityrelationship by marriage
quaya structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
judiciarya system of courts of law