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A puppet controlled from above by strings attached to its jointed limbs.

The matador is the main bullfighter in a bullfight. They skillfully guide the bull using a red cape called a muleta and, in many countries, they conclude the fight by delivering a fatal sword thrust. The matador is also known as a torero.

The quality of being patient or quiet in nature.

A point situated at or near the middle of a line, equidistant from both ends.

In Spanish-speaking countries, a mirador is any architectural feature, such as a loggia or balcony, that provides a vantage point for observing the surrounding scenery.

An unfortunate event or accident; a situation resulting in bad luck or mishap.

The expulsion of a fetus before it is viable, especially between the third and seventh months of pregnancy; spontaneous abortion. Compare abortion (definition 1).

A diverse collection or group of various, sometimes unrelated items or things.

An incorrect or mistaken step.

The coat or fleece of an Angora goat.

The state or character of being monstrous.

A motorized bicycle equipped with pedals and a low-powered gasoline engine, designed for low-speed operation.

A morpheme is a fundamental unit in language, representing the smallest meaningful or grammatical component of a word. It cannot be further divided into independent grammatical parts.

A garment worn around the neck for warmth.

In astronomy, nadir refers to the point on the celestial sphere directly beneath a given position or observer and diametrically opposite the zenith.

Excessive self-love or fascination with oneself; an undue focus on one's own qualities, appearance, or achievements, often accompanied by a lack of empathy for others.

A person who is devoted to nationalism.

Neurosis, also known as psychoneurosis, is a functional disorder characterized by overwhelming feelings of anxiety, persistent obsessional thoughts, compulsive actions, and physical complaints. These symptoms manifest without objective evidence of disease and can vary in intensity and patterns, ultimately dominating the individual's personality.

Nothing.

A tall, tapering, four-sided stone pillar, often made from a single piece, with a pointed pyramid-like top.

The side of a coin, medal, flag, etc., that carries the main design (as opposed to the reverse).

A branch or lateral shoot extending from a main stem, such as that of a plant.

A large quantity or abundance.

A musical composition or work, typically indicating a composer's creation, often numbered or cataloged to identify its place within their body of work.

A hole or opening, such as in a tube or pipe; a mouth-like opening or vent.

The scientific study of ancient life forms that once existed in geological periods, as evidenced by their preserved remains, known as fossils.

A person trained to assist a physician or provide first aid and other healthcare services in the absence of a physician, often as part of a police, rescue, or firefighting squad.

Extreme or excessive economy or frugality; stinginess; miserliness.

The state or character of being biased or showing favoritism.

A diseased condition.