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AIRPLAY

When a record is played in radio or TV. The more it is played the more popular the record is.

ALKALOSIS

When body fluids and tissues become more alkaline than usual. It is caused by acid alkali level regulators failing in the blood stream.

ALLERGY

A medical condition caused by allergens or an allergic reaction.

ALTERATIONS

Any changes done to a building in the remodeling process. AKA alterations and extensions.

ALTERNATIVE TARIFF

When a shipper can choose the freight rates when they have two or more are available.

AMERICAN SERVICE

The way a hotel or restaurant serves its customers. Portions of food are plated in the kitchen by employees and served individually by a member of serving staff. Refer to english service

AMTRAK

A train service started in 1971 that is operated by the national railroad passenger corporation. It was needed after a decline in passenger train services. Its regulated by the government. It is

ANTIBIOTIC

Any substance that prevents the growth of other organisms. It is used to treat infections. Most are synthetically made rather than organically grown.

ANXIETY

A mental condition of angst that may stem from many sources such as a concern for keeping your employment, your financial status, or family problems.

APPEARANCE ALLOWANCE

The payment awarded an insured for a vehicle that has been in an accident, but only slightly damaged.

AREA SAMPLING

How a sampled area is divided. The divisions are randomly survyed and resurveyed once redivided. It is used in the place of frame of reference.

ARRESTABLE OFFENSE

An act with a fixed sentence or a minimum sentence. No warrant is needed if the party has or is about to commit such an offense.

ASPIRATION

1. sucking up a fluid. 2. taking a liquid into the lungs while swallowing or being sick.

AT THE CLOSE ORDER

An ORDER to buy or sell securities at the market closing price; if the order cannot be fully executed, it is cancelled. See also AT THE OPEN ORDER.

AUDIO VIDEO INTERLEAVE (AVI)

The file formater for microsoft that plays audio and video. CD quality video and sound is created but it takes up a lot of space.

AUTHENTICATION KEY

A digital code used to keep electronic payments secure from any third parties. The amount, time, and date are used for this.

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