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double reed
double reed /ˈdʌbəl riːd/
noun
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A pair of joined reeds that vibrate together to produce the sound in some woodwinds
(
double reed
)
a pair of joined reeds that vibrate together to produce the sound in some woodwinds
The oboe, a musical instrument, produces sound through a double reed.
The oboe, a musical instrument, produces sound through a double reed.
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A woodwind that has a pair of joined reeds that vibrate together
(
double reed
, double-reed instrument
)
a woodwind that has a pair of joined reeds that vibrate together
heathenism
heathenism /ˈhiːðənɪzm/
noun
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Any of various religions other than Christianity, Judaism or Islamism
(
heathenism
, pagan religion
, paganism
)
any of various religions other than Christianity, Judaism or Islamism
Australian terrier
Australian terrier /ɔːˈstreɪliən ˈtɛriər/
noun
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Small greyish wire-haired breed of terrier from Australia similar to the cairn
(
Australian terrier
)
small greyish wire-haired breed of terrier from Australia similar to the cairn
The Australian terrier is known for its spirited and fearless nature.
The Australian terrier is known for its spirited and fearless nature.
dead end
dead end /dɛd ɛnd/
noun
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(
)
A passage with access only at one end
(
cul
, cul de sac
, dead end
)
a passage with access only at one end
The detective realized he reached a dead end in his investigation.
The detective realized he reached a dead end in his investigation.
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A situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible
(
dead end
, stalemate
, standstill
, deadlock
, impasse
)
a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible
Reached an impasse on the negotiations
reached an impasse on the negotiations
