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dis·ser·ta·tion
 dissertation
- pronunciation:
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s
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shn
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noun |
| definition: |
a formal and usu. lengthy exposition in speech or writing, esp. a detailed report of research by a candidate for a doctoral degree.
She took her time choosing a topic for her dissertation.- synonyms:
- discourse, disquisition, monograph, thesis, treatise
- similar words:
- composition, essay, exposition, pamphlet, paper, study, theme, tract
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| related words: |
discourse, talk |
| derivations: |
dissertational (adj.), dissertationist (n.) |
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