Vocabulary Flashcards

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Biped

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A creature with two feet. Synonyms: a human, man-like creature.

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Centipede

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A creature with 100 feet.

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Impediment

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Something standing in the way of progress. Synonyms: obstacles or barrier.

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Millipede

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A creature with 1,000 feet.

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Pedal

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A lever moved by a foot, to move a lever by foot. Synonyms: a treadle, to cycle.

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Peddler

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A person who goes door to door on foot trying to sell a product. Synonyms: a salesperson, a vendor.

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Pedestrian

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A person who walks on foot. Synonyms: a walker, a hiker.

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Pedicure

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A foot treatment that could include soaking the feet and polishing toenails.

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Quadruped

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A creature with four feet.

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Tripod

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A three-footed stand, often used to balance a camera.