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rands

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noun

The border of an area of land, especially marshland.

Examples :

"The cattle grazed along the rands of the marsh, careful not to venture into the soggy ground. "

environment geography area

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noun

A strip of meat; a long fleshy piece of beef, cut from the flank or leg; a sort of steak.

Examples :

"The butcher recommended the rands for grilling, saying they were flavorful and less expensive than sirloin. "

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noun

A border, edge or rim.

Examples :

"She carefully polished the rands of the antique mirror to restore its original shine. "

area part structure

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noun

A strip of leather used to fit the heels of a shoe.

Examples :

"The cobbler carefully fitted the rands to the worn-out heels of my hiking boots. "

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noun

(basket-making) A single rod woven in and out of the stakes.

Examples :

"The basket maker carefully wove the rands around the upright stakes, creating a strong and even wall. "

material structure item work

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noun

A rocky slope, especially the area over a river valley; specifically, the Rand

Examples :

"The hikers carefully descended the rands overlooking the wide river valley, enjoying the spectacular view. "

geology geography area

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noun

The currency of South Africa, divided into 100 cents.

Examples :

""My lunch cost 50 rands at the school cafeteria today." "

economy finance business world nation value