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Words Starting with "B"

Boo
A2interjection
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Boo

A sound made to startle or frighten someone.

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Boohoo
A2interjection
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Boohoo

An expression of mock sympathy or derision, often used to indicate that someone is being overly emotional.

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Book
A1noun
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Book

A written or printed work consisting of pages glued or sewn together along one side and bound in covers.

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Book Collector
B2noun
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Book Collector

A person who accumulates books systematically, often focusing on rare, first, or specialized editions rather than merely reading them.

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Book-Smart
B2adjective
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Book-Smart

Having a lot of knowledge gained from reading books rather than from practical experience.

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Bookkeeping
B2noun
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Bookkeeping

The recording of financial transactions and the maintenance of financial records.

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Booklover
B1noun
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Booklover

A person who loves books and enjoys reading them.

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Bookshop
B1noun
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Bookshop

A retail establishment where books are sold.

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Bookstore
B1noun
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Bookstore

A retail establishment that sells books.

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Boomerang
B2noun
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Boomerang

A curved flat wooden weapon that can be thrown so as to return to the thrower.

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Boomerang Effect
C1noun
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Boomerang Effect

A phenomenon where an action produces effects that are opposite to the intended outcome.

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Boondocks
B2noun
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Boondocks

A remote or rural area, often considered to be isolated or lacking in modern conveniences.

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