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scenic
sce·nic [ snik, sénnik ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. picturesque: with attractive or impressive natural scenery
2. of natural scenery: relating to the natural scenery of an area
famous for its scenic beauty
3. performing arts of dramatic scenes: relating to scenes in a play, movie, or opera
4. theater of stage scenery: relating to the scenery for a play or opera

sce·ni·cal·ly adverb
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