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  1. phoneme
    a distinct speech sound in a particular language
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  2. spoken word
    a word that is spoken aloud
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  3. written word
    the written form of a word
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  4. affix
    attach to
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  5. ness
    a strip of land projecting into a body of water
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  6. put together
    create by putting components or members together
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  7. typically
    in a manner conforming to a type
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  8. concept
    an abstract or general idea inferred from specific instances
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  9. rock
    material consisting of the aggregate of minerals
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  10. root
    underground plant organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  11. rat
    any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  12. clause
    a separate section of a legal document
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  13. compound
    a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  14. word
    a unit of language that native speakers can identify
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  15. abstract
    existing only in the mind
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  16. symbol
    something visible that represents something invisible
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  17. refer
    make a remark that calls attention to
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  18. unit
    a single undivided whole
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  19. throw
    propel through the air
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  20. complex
    complicated in structure
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  21. make up
    form or compose
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  22. spoken
    uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  23. phrase
    an expression consisting of one or more words
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  24. miss
    fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  25. element
    a substance that cannot be separated into simpler substances
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  26. missed
    not caught with the senses or the mind
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  27. include
    have as a part; be made up out of
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  28. elements
    violent or severe weather
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  29. write
    name the letters that comprise the accepted form of
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  30. sentence
    a string of words satisfying grammatical rules of a language
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  31. red
    the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  32. build
    make by combining materials and parts
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  33. written
    set down in writing in any of various ways
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  34. term
    a limited period of time during which something lasts
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  35. words
    language that is spoken or written
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  36. larger
    large or big relative to something else
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  37. call
    utter a sudden loud cry
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  38. speak
    use language
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  39. expect
    regard something as probable or likely
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  40. quick
    moving rapidly and lightly
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  41. language
    a means of communicating by the use of sounds or symbols
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  42. race
    a contest of speed
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  43. board
    a stout length of sawn timber
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  44. letters
    scholarly attainment
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  45. sound
    mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  46. black
    being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  47. run
    move fast by using one's feet
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  48. sometimes
    on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  49. letter
    a written message addressed to a person or organization
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  50. either
    also, likewise, as well
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  51. English
    of or relating to England or its culture or people
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  52. behind
    in or to or toward the rear
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  53. together
    in contact with each other or in proximity
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  54. large
    above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  55. more than
    (comparative of `much' used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  56. such
    of so extreme a degree or extent
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  57. put
    cause to be in a certain state
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  58. more
    greater in size or amount or extent or degree
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  59. one
    smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
    A complex word will typically include a root and one or more affixes (rock-s, red-ness, quick-ly, run-ning, un-expect-ed), or more than one root in a compound (black-board, rat-race).
  60. too
    to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
  61. make
    perform or carry out
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  62. may
    thorny shrub of a small tree having white to scarlet flowers
    The term word may refer to a spoken word or to a written word, or sometimes to the abstract concept behind either.
  63. made
    produced by a manufacturing process
    Spoken words are made up of units of sound called phonemes, and written words of symbols called graphemes, such as the letters of English.
  64. can
    airtight sealed metal container for food or drink, etc.
    Words can be put together to build larger elements of language, such as phrases (a red rock), clauses (I threw a rock), and sentences (he threw one too but he missed).
Created on Sun Oct 02 22:53:00 EDT 2011

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