Definition of hough

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Hough (n.) Same as Hock, a joint..

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Transcendentalism :: Transcendentalism (n.) Ambitious and imaginative vagueness in thought, imagery, or diction..
Amuse :: Amuse (v.) To occupy or engage the attention of; to lose in deep thought; to absorb; also, to distract; to bewilder..
Virgin :: Virgin (n.) A female insect producing eggs from which young are hatched, though there has been no fecundation by a male; a parthenogenetic insect..
Communication :: Communication (n.) Intercourse by words, letters, or messages; interchange of thoughts or opinions, by conference or other means; conference; correspondence..
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Rouse :: Rouse (v. i.) To be exited to thought or action from a state of indolence or inattention.
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As :: As (adv. & conj.) As if; as though.
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