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Oxbow

A frame of wood, bent into the shape of the letter U, and embracing an ox's neck as a kind of collar, the upper ends passing through the bar of the yoke; also, anything so shaped, as a bend in a river.

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Earth 76% connected

The globe or planet which we inhabit; the world, in distinction from the sun, moon, or stars. Also, this world as the dwelling place of mortals, in d…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Frame 76% connected

To construct by fitting and uniting the several parts of the skeleton of any structure; specifically, in woodwork, to put together by cutting parts o…

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Framework 76% connected

The work of framing, or the completed work; the frame or constructional part of anything; as, the framework of society.

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Ground 76% connected

of Grind

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Land 76% connected

Urine. See Lant.

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Meander 76% connected

A winding, crooked, or involved course; as, the meanders of the veins and arteries.

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