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TermDefinition
existence[uncountable] the state of existing
evidence[uncountable] facts or signs that show clearly that something
phenomenon[countable] something that happens or exists in society, science, or nature, especially something that is studied because it is difficult to understand
specimena single example of something, often an animal or plant
roam[intransitive and transitive] to walk or travel, usually for a long time, with no clear purpose or direction
sighting[countable] an occasion on which something is seen, especially something rare or something that people are hoping to see
diversity[singular] a range of different people, things, or ideas
elevation[singular]TM a height above the level of the sea
slope[singular] the angle at which something slopes in relation to a flat surface:
stareto look at something or someone for a long time without moving your eyes, for example because you are surprised, angry, or bored
witnesssomebody who sees something such as a crime or unusual action
remotefar from towns or other places where people live [= isolated]:
territoryland of a particular type
peakthe sharply pointed top of a mountain
ravinea deep narrow valley with steep sides

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Terms 15
Creator lmadevon
Created May 17, 2009
Group HDF
Subject reading
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