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Understanding Deadcatting in Context

The document is a collection of definitions and reflections from 'The Devil's Dictionary' by Ambrose Bierce, published in 1911. It offers satirical and cynical definitions of common words, highlighting human nature and societal norms. The text is part of a larger collection available through Cornell University Library.

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Understanding Deadcatting in Context

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Adamant, n.

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of ourselves for having wronged him. gold.

Publication date 1911 Adder, n. A sp


Acephalous, adj. In the surprising condi- its habit of
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