Marrow

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1. Noun

The tissue which fills the cavities of most bones; the medulla. In the larger cavities it is commonly very fatty, but in the smaller cavities it is much less fatty, and red or reddish in color.

2. Noun

The essence; the best part.

3. Noun

One of a pair; a match; a companion; an intimate associate.

4. Verb

To fill with, or as with, marrow of fat; to glut.

5. Noun

the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare

6. Noun

any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh
Vocabulary classified under Nature and environment

7. Noun

very tender and very nutritious tissue from marrowbones
Vocabulary classified under Environmental science
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