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n a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) n a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat v answer back

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  1. n a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) n a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat v answer back