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Definition
an indication of (or contributing factor to) something to come
or in chemistry: a substance from which another substance is formed — especially by a metabolic reaction
or in chemistry: a substance from which another substance is formed — especially by a metabolic reaction
- The countess was accustomed to this tone as a precursor of news of something detrimental to the children's interests, such as the building of a new gallery or conservatory, the inauguration of a private theater or an orchestra.Book Eleven — 1812 (35% in)
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