Definition average or below average in quality, ability, or achievement Origin and usage The word mediocre comes from the Latin word ‘mediocris’ meaning ‘moderate or ordinary’. The original meaning of that...
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Spelling tip of the week – length/strength
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Spelling tip of the week – commission
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