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English
9th Grade
01/16/2008

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constrict
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to make narrow or draw together; to compress or squeeze
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restrict    
Definition
to confine within bounds
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astringent  
Definition
able to draw together the soft organic tissues OR rigidly austere(serious)
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stringent
Definition
rigorous
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stricture
Definition
something that closely restrains or limits
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strict
Definition
severely controlling
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omnivore
Definition
one that feeds on both animal and vegetable substances
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devour  
Definition
to eat up greedily
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herbivorous
Definition
feeding on plants
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carnivore
Definition
an animal or plant that feeds on animal flesh
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voracious
Definition
having a huge appetite
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vivacious
Definition
lively in temper, conduct, or spirit
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convivial
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fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
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vivid
Definition
having the appearance of vigorous life or freshness
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vivify
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to fill with life or renewed life
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vivisection
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the cutting of or operation on a living animal
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