Word of the Day #1 Flashcards

(17 cards)

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Empire

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An extensive group of states, territories or countries under a single supreme authority, such as an emperor or empress.

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Republic

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A representative democracy where the power is held by the people and their elected officials.

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Estuary

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The area where fresh water from a river meets the salt water from an ocean

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4
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Legend

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An explanatory list of symbols on a map or chart

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Archipelago

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A group of islands; an island chain

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Cartographer

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A person who draws or produces maps

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Meridian

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A circle of constant longitude passing through a given place on the earth’s surface

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Antipodes

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Two points that are on the exact opposite sides of the earth

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9
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Reinstate

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To restore or revive; to bring back

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Archive

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To place or store something

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Recount

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To tell a story

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12
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Spark

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To inspire or to encourage an interest

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13
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Imbue

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To inspire or influence as if by dyeing

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14
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Squad

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A small group engaged in a common effort or occupation.

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15
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Priority

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Something that is considered to be important and given special attention

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Commemorate

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Recall and show respect for (someone or something)

17
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Explore

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To travel in or through (an unfamiliar area) in order to learn about or familiarize oneself with it