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es·say

essay

 
 
pronunciation:
e seI
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part of speech: noun
definition: a short piece of writing on a particular subject that contains the ideas and opinions of the author.
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synonyms:
article, composition, paper
similar words:
editorial, report
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derivation: essayer (n.)
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