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While we are focused more on meanings than hints in this story, sometimes learning that many of the words have completely unrelated meanings is a clue in and of itself. Connections frequently includes clues that involve words within words and other visual clues.
Bicuspid meaning
Having or ending in two points, cusps or leaflets.
Canine meaning
Any animal belonging to the Canidae family.
Incisor meaning
Sharp, chisel-shaped front teeth in the human mouth and many mammals, used primarily for biting and cutting food.
Molar meaning
Large, flat teeth located at the back of the mouth in humans and other mammals.
Brotherly meaning
Behavior, affection or qualities characteristic of, or befitting, a brother.
Puppy meaning
A juvenile dog, generally under 12 to 18 months old.
Self meaning
An individual’s distinct identity, consciousness or unique character that separates them from everyone else.
Unrequited meaning
Not returned, not reciprocated or not given in kind.
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Doggy meaning
A playful, affectionate, or childlike term for a puppy or dog.
Maturated meaning
To grow, ripen, or reach full physical or mental maturity.
Trenched meaning
Furrowed, drained or provided with protective ditches.
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Tripping meaning
Catching your foot on an object or step, causing you to lose your balance.
Fiend meaning
An evil spirit, demon or a very cruel and wicked person.
Head meaning
The upper or front part of a human or animal body that contains the brain, eyes, ears, nose, mouth and skull.
Hound meaning
To pursue or harass someone relentlessly.
Lover meaning
A person who has a strong liking or appreciation for something.
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