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• random noun 1

  vernier

  noun

  Also vernier scale . a small, movable, graduated scale running parallel to the fixed graduated scale of a sextant, theodolite, barometer, etc., and used for measuring a fractional part of one of the divisions of the fixed scale.

  Machinery. an auxiliary device for giving a piece of apparatus a higher adjustment accuracy.

  adjective

  equipped with a vernier: a vernier barometer.

• random noun 2

  vistas

  noun

  a view or prospect, especially one seen through a long, narrow avenue or passage, as between rows of trees or houses.

  such an avenue or passage, especially when formally planned.

  a far-reaching mental view: vistas of the future.

• random noun 3

  black diamond

  noun

  carbonado¹.

  black diamonds, coal.

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  terming

  noun

  a word or group of words designating something, especially in a particular field, as atom in physics, quietism in theology, adze in carpentry, or district leader in politics.

  any word or group of words considered as a member of a construction or utterance.

  the time or period through which something lasts.

  a period of time to which limits have been set: elected for a term of four years.

  one of two or more divisions of a school year, during which instruction is regularly provided.

  verb (used with object)

  to apply a particular term or name to; name; call; designate.

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  conservatively

  adjective

  disposed to preserve existing conditions, institutions, etc., or to restore traditional ones, and to limit change.

  cautiously moderate or purposefully low: a conservative estimate.

  traditional in style or manner; avoiding novelty or showiness: conservative suit.

  (often initial capital letter) of or relating to the Conservative party.

  noun

  a person who is conservative in principles, actions, habits, etc.

  a supporter of conservative political policies.

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  omened

  noun

  anything perceived or happening that is believed to portend a good or evil event or circumstance in the future; portent.

  a prognostic.

  prophetic significance; presage: a bird of ill omen.

  verb (used with object)

  to be an omen of; portend.

  to divine, as if from omens.

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