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SUPERNUMERARY

exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number

The meaning of the word supernumerary is exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number.

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lubricateto make smooth or slippery
isotopeany of two or more species of atoms of a chemical element with the same atomic number and nearly identical chemical behavior but with differing atomic mass or mass number and different physical properties
descryto catch sight of
castigationto subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
luridcausing horror or revulsion : gruesome
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
accessiblecapable of being reached
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully