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SEPTIC

of, relating to, or causing putrefaction

The meaning of the word septic is of, relating to, or causing putrefaction.

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WordMeaning
animadversiona critical and usually censorious remark
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
prosodythe study of versification
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
tactfulhaving or showing tact
toppleto fall from or as if from being top-heavy
mnemonicassisting or intended to assist memory
totterto move unsteadily : stagger