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retort
noun
verb
a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat
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noun
a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat
noun
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
“it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher”
verb
answer back
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it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher
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