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noun an element or part.Several aspects of the speech deserve analysis.Its controversiality is the aspect of the case that roused so much public interest. See the full entry

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noun a supply of items accumulated and maintained for future use.The soldiers discovered a stockpile of enemy weapons in the warehouse. See the full entry

noun a loud shrill cry of fear, joy, or surprise.She let out a shriek when I jumped out from behind the door. See the full entry

noun a group of attendants or other employees who accompany a prominent person.The duke arrived at the castle with a large retinue of guards and servants. See the full entry