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Foundations of vocab III unit 12 word definitions

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tachygraphyThe art or practice of rapid writing or shorthand.
tachistoscopeA devise that projects a series of images on a screen at rapid speed to test visual perception, memory and learning.
tachometerAn instrument used to measure the rotations per minute of a rotating shaft.
tardyOccurring, arriving, or acting after the scheduled time; late.
retardTo cause to move slowly; delay or impede.
tardigradeSlow in action; slow moving.
tenuousLong and thin; slender. Having little substance; flimsy.
attenuateTo make thin. To reduce, as in force or amount; weaken.
extenuateTo attempt to lessen the seriousness of, especially by prociding partial excuses. To make thin; to reduce the strength of. i.e. extenuating circumstances.
valiantA brave person.
validWell grounded; just.
prevailTo be greater in strength or influence; to win.
ampleOf large size, amount, extent, or capacity.
amplifyTo make larger or more powerful; increase.
amplitudeGreatness of size; magnitude.
xerodermaExcessive or abnormal dryness of skin.
xerographyA dry photocopying process in which a negative image formed by powder is electrically transferred to paper or other surface.
xerothermicBoth dry and hot.


7/8 Language Arts Teacher
San Diego Academy
National City, CA

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