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XYLOQUINONE
Xy`lo*qui"none, n. Etym: [Xylene + quinone.] (Chem.)
Definition: Any one of a group of quinone compounds obtained respectively by the oxidation of certain xylidine compounds. In general they are yellow crystalline substances.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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(verb) draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time; “The speaker temporized in order to delay the vote”
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