Category: Pondering
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Kobs
Kobs, also known as kob antelopes, are a species of African antelope that inhabit grassy plains and savannas. They are a medium-sized ungulate, with males weighing around 200-250 kg and females weighing around 150-200 kg. Kobs have a distinctive appearance, with reddish-brown fur on their upper body and white fur on their underbelly and legs.…
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Gentle
Gentle is a quality that is often associated with kindness, tenderness and compassion. When someone is gentle, they approach things in a soft and caring way, and are considerate of other people’s feelings and needs. This can be expressed in the words that they use, the way that they touch others, or the actions that…
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Honey-eater
Honey-eaters are a group of birds that belong to the family Meliphagidae. These birds are found across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. They are known for their unique feeding behavior where they consume nectar from flowers using their long and slender beaks. In addition to nectar, honey-eaters also feed on insects and spiders.The…
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Carbines
Carbines are a type of rifle that is shorter and lighter than traditional rifles. They have a shorter barrel and generally weigh less, making them easier to handle and carry. The shorter barrel also means that carbines have a slightly reduced range and accuracy compared to longer rifles, but they are still effective at medium…
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Houseboy
Houseboy is a novel written by Ferdinand Oyono, which was published in 1956. The novel is set in Cameroon and explores themes of colonialism, identity, and tradition. The protagonist, Toundi, is a young man who becomes a houseboy for a French colonial administrator. Through his experiences working for the French, and later living among his…
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Chewers
Chewers are individuals who have a tendency to chew on objects such as pens, pencils, nails, or any other inedible item they can get their hands on. This behavior is known as oral fixation or oral habit. It is often associated with anxiety and stress, and it provides a sensory experience that can be calming…
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Socager
Socager is a term used in medieval English law to refer to a type of customary tenure. It was a system of land tenure where a person could hold land from a lord in exchange for rendering certain services or payments. The term “socage” comes from the Latin word “soccagium,” which means ploughing.In socage, the…
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Dragon
Dragons are mythical creatures that have been a part of human folklore for centuries. They are usually depicted as large, serpentine or reptilian creatures with wings, sharp teeth, and claws. While the physical appearance of dragons varies greatly depending on the culture and the legend, they are typically seen as terrifying beasts that breathe fire…
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Zygomycetes
Zygomycetes are a group of fungi that belong to the phylum Zygomycota. They are characterized by their ability to form unique reproductive structures called zygospores, which are formed when two sexual reproductive structures fuse together. These fungi are commonly found in soil and decaying organic matter, and some species also occur as parasites on plants…
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Welkins
Welkins is a term that is not very common in modern English, but it has been used in the past to refer to the sky or heavens. The word welkin comes from the Old English word “wolcen,” which means cloud or mist. In Middle English and early modern English, welkin was often used to describe…