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elementary
el·e·men·ta·ry [ èllə méntəree, èllə méntree ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. rudimentary: involving or encompassing only the most simple and basic facts or principles
an elementary knowledge of computing
2. simple to do or understand: requiring little skill or knowledge
3. of elementary school: relating to an elementary school or the education provided there

el·e·men·ta·ri·ly [ èllə men térrəlee ] adverb
el·e·men·ta·ri·ness noun
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