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HANGERON
Hang"er-on`, n.; pl. Hangers-on (.
Definition: One who hangs on, or sticks to, a person, place, or service; a dependent; one who adheres to others' society longer than he is wanted. Goldsmith.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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ACETAMINOPHEN
(noun) an analgesic for mild pain but not for inflammation; also used as an antipyretic; (Datril, Tylenol, Panadol, Phenaphen, Tempra, and Anacin III are trademarks of brands of acetaminophen tablets)
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