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TERTIARY

of third rank, importance, or value

The meaning of the word tertiary is of third rank, importance, or value.

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polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
funerealof or relating to a funeral
gentlefree from harshness, sternness, or violence
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark
progenitoran ancestor in the direct line : forefather
leavena substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
gorgea narrow passage through land