capitol | (noun) a building occupied by a state legislature | - |
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cytol | (noun) the protoplasm of a cell excluding the nucleus; is full of proteins that control cell metabolism | Synonyms: cytoplasm |
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inositol | (noun) an optically inactive alcohol that is a component of the vitamin B complex | - |
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mannitol | (noun) a diuretic (trade name Osmitrol) used to promote the excretion of urine | Synonyms: Osmitrol |
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pentaerythritol | (noun) a coronary vasodilator (trade name Peritrate) used to treat angina pectoris | Synonyms: Peritrate |
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pistol | (noun) a firearm that is held and fired with one hand | Synonyms: handgun, shooting iron, side arm |
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wittol | (noun) an archaic term for a cuckold who knows about his wife's infidelity but tolerates it | - |
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