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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| gastronomy | the art and practice of choosing, cooking, and eating good food |
| genealogy | the study of family history using historical documents, DNA samples, or other available resources |
| idiosyncrasy | a characteristic, habit, or mannerism that is unique to an individual |
| manifesto | a public declaration of the policy and aims of a group or organization |
| obscurity | being unknown, inconspicuous, or unimportant |
| obsolescence | no longer produced or used; out of date |
| pathos | an emotional appeal, such as anger or pity, used in persuasion |
| quandary | uncertainty about what to do in a difficult situation |
| treason | the crime of betraying one’s country by helping an enemy or trying to destroy the country’s government |