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RHAPSODY

a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation

The meaning of the word rhapsody is a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation.

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garnishdecorate
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
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detrimentalobviously harmful : damaging
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