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parathesis
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parathesis, n. [NL., from Gr. a putting beside, from to put beside.].
- The placing of two or more nouns in the same case; apposition. [1913 Webster]
- A parenthetical notice, usually of matter to be afterward expanded. Smart. [1913 Webster]
- The matter contained within brackets. [1913 Webster]
- A commendatory prayer. Shipley. [1913 Webster]
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