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pliant

One entry found.

Main Entry: pli·ant

Pronunciation: \ˈplī-ənt\

Function: adjective

Date: 14th century

1 : pliable 1a
2 : easily influenced : yielding
3 : suitable for varied uses

synonyms see plastic

— pli·ant·ly adverb

— pli·ant·ness noun

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