TAIL, n. The part of an animal's spine that has transcended its natural limitations to set up an independent existence in a world of its own.
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DELUSION, n. The father of a most respectable family, comprising Enthusiasm, Affection, Self-denial, Faith, Hope, Charity and many other goodly sons and daughters.
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MOUSQUETAIRE, n. A long glove covering a part of the arm. Worn in New Jersey. But 'mousquetaire' is a might poor way to spell muskeeter.
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FICKLENESS, n. The iterated satiety of an enterprising affection.
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Forgetfulness - a gift of God bestowed upon debtors in compensation for their destitution of conscience.
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