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exclamation
ex·cla·ma·tion [ èksklə máysh'n ] (plural ex·cla·ma·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. sudden cry: a word, phrase, or sentence that is shouted out suddenly, often through surprise, anger, or excitement
an exclamation of horror
2. exclaiming: the act of crying out suddenly

ex·cla·ma·tion·al adjective
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