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Alternate Definitions II
The following are alternate definitions for words, based on how the words sound. For example, "To drive by the docks: P _ _ _ _ _ _ _." would result in "PASSPORT (Pass Port)". Can you guess the 5 words described below? The hints provide the actual definitions of each word.
1. Almost a play on words, but not quite: P _ _ _ _ _.
2. The study of woodland trails: P _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
3. A plant ovule that has lost its amateur status: P _ _ _ _ _ _.
4. One who demolishes buildings: R _ _ _ _.
5. Melted together again: R _ _ _ _ _ _.
1. Almost a play on words, but not quite: P _ _ _ _ _.
2. The study of woodland trails: P _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
3. A plant ovule that has lost its amateur status: P _ _ _ _ _ _.
4. One who demolishes buildings: R _ _ _ _.
5. Melted together again: R _ _ _ _ _ _.
Hint
1. To inflict a penalty.2. The study of diseases.
3. Continue.
4. Sharp-edged instrument.
5. Declined.
Answer
1. Punish (Pun-ish)2. Pathology
3. Proceed (Pro Seed)
4. Razor (one who razes)
5. Refused
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