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Cassava

Cassava is the root of tropical plants (e.g. manioc) that are used for the production of starchy flour; in some countries, cassava flour is used in admixture with wheat flour for bread production.

Accent

Accentis a general term which means contrast, outline or highlight for added detail and emphasis, e.g. accent lamp pertains to a type of lamp which is used for mood lighting, as decorative accent, or to draw attention to a particular area.

Aerial

Aerial is defined as a device used to receive or transmit radio waves. It refers to the wire, fixed or trailing, used for radio reception and transmission from aircraft. Alternatively called an antenna.

Cafeteria

A Cafeteria is a self-service restaurant or lunchroom in which people go to a counter to choose what they want to eat and then carry it to a table. Moreover, it is a dining area, as at a school or office building, where meals may be purchased or brought from home and eaten.