READJUSTMENT

readjustment

(noun) the act of adjusting again (to changed circumstances)

adjustment, registration, readjustment

(noun) the act of adjusting something to match a standard

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

readjustment (plural readjustments)

a second, or subsequent adjustment

Source: Wiktionary


Re`ad*just"ment, n.

Definition: A second adjustment; a new or different adjustment.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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(noun) any of numerous and diverse orchids of the genus Odontoglossum having racemes of few to many showy usually large flowers in many colors


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In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.

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