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Meaning of word qui vive from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

qui vive noun

Meaning : Condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action.

Example : Bombers were put on alert during the crisis.

Synonyms : alert

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venus (noun)
The second nearest planet to the sun. It is peculiar in that its rotation is slow and retrograde (in the opposite sense of the Earth and all other planets except Uranus). It is visible from Earth as an early `morning star' or an `evening star'.

hair (noun)
A covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head). Helps to prevent heat loss.

cupid (noun)
(Roman mythology) god of love. Counterpart of Greek Eros.

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Having lewd thoughts.

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Resembling milk in color. Not clear.

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A scientist who specializes in chemistry.

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A man who is very old.

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A person who changes location.

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The act of mimicking. Imitative behavior.

porter (noun)
A person employed to carry luggage and supplies.