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OTCWL2014 (NASPA Word List 2014)
TWL06 (NASPA List 2006)

"Essay" Definition

noun

A short literary composition on a single subject, usually presenting the personal view of the author.
An initial attempt or endeavor, especially a tentative attempt.
Something resembling such a composition: a photojournalistic essay.
A proof of an unaccepted design for a stamp or piece of paper money.
Something resembling such a composition .

verb-transitive

To make an attempt at; try.
To subject to a test.

verb

To make an often tentative or experimental effort to perform .
To put to a test.

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