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Berm

Alt. of Berme

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Edge 76% connected

The thin cutting side of the blade of an instrument; as, the edge of an ax, knife, sword, or scythe. Hence, figuratively, that which cuts as an edge…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Ledge 76% connected

A shelf on which articles may be laid; also, that which resembles such a shelf in form or use, as a projecting ridge or part, or a molding or edge in…

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Shelf 76% connected

A flat tablet or ledge of any material set horizontally at a distance from the floor, to hold objects of use or ornament.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Road 70% connected

A journey, or stage of a journey.

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Route 70% connected

The course or way which is traveled or passed, or is to be passed; a passing; a course; a road or path; a march.

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Shoulder 92% connected

The joint, or the region of the joint, by which the fore limb is connected with the body or with the shoulder girdle; the projection formed by the bo…

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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