homage: [noun] a feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord. the relationship between a feudal lord and his vassal. an act done or payment made in meeting the obligations due from a vassal to a feudal lord.

citation: [noun] an official summons to appear (as before a court).

rhetoric definition: 1. speech or writing intended to be effective and influence people: 2. the study of the ways of…. Learn more.

panel definition: 1. a small group of people chosen to give advice, make a decision, or publicly discuss their…. Learn more.

cite definition: 1. to mention something as proof for a theory or as a reason why something has happened: 2. to…. Learn more.

cheer definition: 1. to give a loud shout of approval or encouragement: 2. a loud shout of approval or…. Learn more.

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