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marrow

noun

the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones

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Word length
6
Starts with
M
Ends with
W
Contains
AR
Scrabble score
11
CEFR level
B2

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Pronunciation

ˈmæɹəʊ

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noun

  1. the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones

noun

  1. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience

    “the gist of the prosecutor's argument”

noun

  1. large elongated squash with creamy to deep green skins

noun

  1. very tender and very nutritious tissue from marrowbones

noun

  1. any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh

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the gist of the prosecutor's argument
the heart and soul of the Republican Party
the nub of the story

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