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Broader term 3
Space extended upward; height; the perpendicular elevation of an object above its foundation, above the ground, or above a given level, or of one obj…
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0% interchangeable
Open English WordNet identifies the related term as a broader lexical category for at least one sense.
A duplicate book, register, or account, kept to correct or check another account or register; a counter register.
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The condition of being high; elevated position.
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Narrower term 1
Aloft; above; in or attached to the ceiling or roof; in the story or upon the floor above; in the zenith.
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Derivationally related 2
A covering for the head
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A covering for the head
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Containing whole 2
A building or room of considerable size and stateliness, used for public purposes; as, Westminster Hall, in London.
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Unobstructed spase; space which may be occupied by or devoted to any object; compass; extent of place, great or small; as, there is not room for a ho…
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Synonym 2
A covering for the head
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68% interchangeable
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The cover of any building, including the roofing (see Roofing) and all the materials and construction necessary to carry and maintain the same upon t…
oewn 2023
68% interchangeable
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