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queernoun(colloquial, sometimes derogatory) Non-heterosexual or non-cisgender: homosexual, bisexual, asexual, transgender, etc.
fairynoun(mythology) A mythical being of human form with magical powers, known in many sizes and descriptions, although often depicted in modern illustrations only as a small sprite with gauze-like wings, especially one that is female. Fairies are revered in some modern forms of paganism.
pansynounA cultivated flowering plant, derived by hybridization within species Viola tricolor.
poufnounA low cushioned seat with no back; a padded footstool.
fagnoun(US, Canada, vulgar, usually offensive, sometimes endearing) A homosexual man, especially (usually derogatory) an effeminate or unusual one.
poovenoun(slang, derogatory, rare) Synonym of poof (“male homosexual”).

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queernoun(colloquial, sometimes derogatory) Non-heterosexual or non-cisgender: homosexual, bisexual, asexual, transgender, etc.
poovenoun(slang, derogatory, rare) Synonym of poof (“male homosexual”).
poufnounA low cushioned seat with no back; a padded footstool.
fairynoun(mythology) A mythical being of human form with magical powers, known in many sizes and descriptions, although often depicted in modern illustrations only as a small sprite with gauze-like wings, especially one that is female. Fairies are revered in some modern forms of paganism.
pansynounA cultivated flowering plant, derived by hybridization within species Viola tricolor.
whamnounA forceful blow.
knockverbAn abrupt rapping sound, as from an impact of a hard object against wood.
douchenounA jet or current of water or vapour directed upon some part of the body to benefit it medicinally; in particular, such a jet directed at the vagina for irrigation.
fartnoun(intransitive, informal) To emit digestive gases from the anus; to flatulate.
sissynoun(sometimes derogatory, colloquial) An effeminate boy or man.
ottomannoun(furniture) A low stool or thick cushion used to rest the feet or as a seat.
pedalnounA lever operated by one's foot that is used to control or power a machine or mechanism, such as a bicycle or piano.
homonoun(colloquial, sometimes derogatory) Of or pertaining to homosexuality.
twatnoun(offensive, chiefly UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A contemptible and stupid person, idiot.
auntienoun(Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand) Term of familiarity or respect for a middle-aged or elderly woman.
auntnounThe sister or sister-in-law of one’s parent.
fagotnoun(transitive) To make a fagot of; to bind together in a fagot or bundle.
faggotnoun(highly derogatory, offensive, vulgar) A gay man, especially an effeminate one.
fagnoun(US, Canada, vulgar, usually offensive, sometimes endearing) A homosexual man, especially (usually derogatory) an effeminate or unusual one.
petnounAn animal kept as a companion or otherwise for pleasure, rather than for some practical benefit or use.

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