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A colophon is a statement at the end of a book, typically identifying details such as the printer and publisher or certain information about the printing and production of the book. It may also include information about the books design and typeface. In ancient manuscripts, a colophon could also include details about the books authorship and ownership.

To trounce means to defeat or beat someone or something decisively or severely, typically in a competition or contest. It can also imply a thorough or humiliating defeat.

make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing

Felis yagouaroundi, also known as jaguarundi or eyra cat, is a small-sized wild cat native to Southern North America and South America. Its habitat ranges from Argentina to Texas. It is noted for its elongated body, relatively short legs, a small, flattened head with a pointed nose, similar to a weasel or an otter. They are known for their unique trait of having two distinct color phases, either blackish to brownish-grey (grey phase) or a bright, foxy red to chestnut (red phase). They are primarily diurnal, hunting during the day rather than at night, unlike many other cats. Their diet mostly consists of small mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, and fish. The species is currently listed as Least Concern on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.

To make, or to become, less stupid or naive

fossil arborescent plants arising during the early Devonian and conspicuous throughout the Carboniferous

the handle, or tail, of a plow; also, any long handle

a large travelling bag made of stiff leather

Cabbage and mashed potatoes etc. fried together

Valerianaceae is a family of flowering plants that includes about 20 genera and over 200 species. It includes herbs, shrubs, and occasionally trees, which are native to temperate regions worldwide. The flowers are typically small with five petals, and the leaves are generally opposite or alternate. Some species in this family produce fruits containing a single seed. Many members of the Valerianaceae family are used as ornamental plants or are used in traditional medicine and herbal remedies.

Shocking is a cooking process wherein the food substance, usually a vegetable or fruit, is plunged into iced water or placed under cold running water to halt the cooking process.

In classical, medieval, and Renaissance astronomy, the Primum Mobile (Latin: first movable) was the outermost moving sphere in the geocentric model of the universe.The concept was introduced by Ptolemy to account for the apparent daily motion of the heavens around the Earth, producing the east-to-west rising and setting of the sun and stars, and reached Western Europe via Avicenna.

a knight of the lowest rank in certain orders; as, a companion of the Bath

Excessively or falsely sentimental; showing a sickly excess of sentiment.

a disorder of the glands of the body

Alinement, an alternate spelling of alignment, generally refers to arrangement in a straight line or in correct or appropriate relative positions. It can also refer to an alliance or agreement between people or groups for a specific purpose, or the correct positioning or adjustment of parts in a machine.

The act of changing the distribution of resources

Malignant anemia, also referred to as pernicious anemia, is a blood disorder characterized by the bodys inability to absorb sufficient amounts of vitamin B12 from the gastrointestinal tract, leading to insufficient red blood cell production. As vitamin B12 is essential for the production of red blood cells, this deficient absorption affects the size and number of red blood cells, resulting in symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, pallor, and sometimes serious neurological damage.

a cookout in which food is cooked over an open fire; especially a whole animal carcass roasted on a spit

To receive into your home for the purpose of processing for a fee.