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A style of architecture and decoration that originated in France around 1720. Rococo evolved from Baroque styles and is characterized by its elegant refinement, which uses various materials to achieve a delicate overall effect. It is further distinguished by ornate shellwork, foliage, and other decorative elements.

Blood poisoning that occurs when toxins, such as bacterial toxins, are present in the bloodstream.

To strike or beat vigorously with something flat; to whack.

To mock or tease someone in a playful or mocking manner, often with good-natured humor.

Having or combining two forms, like a centaur or mermaid.

A lump or mass, especially of earth or clay.

A person, thing, action, or statement of remarkable excellence or effect.

A tool used for combing or straightening fibers, especially flax, by drawing them through its teeth.

Covered or topped with snow, as in the snowcapped Alps.

Having little value or importance; small and insignificant.

Heroin.

Compensation or repayment, especially in the form of recompense or requital.

Excellent or wonderful; used to describe something that is fine or pleasing.

To express disapproval of or scold someone; to reproach them for their actions.

To hesitate or be unsure in one's thoughts or opinions; to be indecisive or irresolute.

The act of joyfully and enthusiastically participating in a festive or merry celebration.

In phonetics, a homophone is a word that is pronounced the same as another but has a different meaning. Homophones may be spelled the same way or differently.

To tear down, demolish, or level to the ground.

Having a dusky or subdued appearance; somewhat dark or dull in color.

A person or thing that holds written or printed material, typically for reference or use during reading or transcription.

To rapidly leave or go away.

Resembling a cube in form.

To run or move quickly and hastily.

The ribald character or use of vulgar language; scurrility.

serving to admonish or warn; giving advice or caution.

Talkative or inclined to talk a lot; chattering or garrulous.

Impossible to determine or ascertain; not able to be clearly identified or measured.

Tardy or late.

Incapable of precise determination, measurement, or evaluation; not able to be weighed or assessed accurately.

A musical composition characterized by a free and irregular style.