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Word of the Day – Jan. 8 – Quintessence

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Noun: Quintessence  (kwin-TESS-unss)

Definition:

1. The essence of a thing in its purest and most concentrated form.

2. The most typical example or representative.

Sample sentence: Roasting marshmallows over an open fire is the quintessence of the camping experience.

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