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Should these words go in the dictionary?

Should these words go in the dictionary?

We are always on the lookout for new words, and one of the richest sources of new words is from you! We've put together a collection of some of the interesting and fun words you've sent us over the past few months. What do you think? Should any of these words go in the dictionary?

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aerometer

An instrument for determining the weight, density, etc., of air or other gases .





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