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Pestilence (definition):
Hewers (definition):
Erroneous (definition):
Galling (definition):
Assiduously (definition):
Pestilence (definition): a fatal epidemic disease, especially one that affects a large number of people
Hewers (definition): workers who cut or shape something with a heavy cutting instrument, such as an ax or a chisel
Erroneous (definition): mistaken or incorrect; based on an error
Galling (definition): annoying or irritating; causing frustration or vexation
Assiduously (definition): with great care and perseverance; diligently; attentively