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advisor
Noun
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An advisor is a person who gives advice.
He was the king's advisor. The king relied on him whenever he needed help.
on
Preposition
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positioned at the upper surface of, touching from above
The apple is on the table.
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at the date of
Tim was born on the 4th of July.
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along, forwards (continuing an action)
drive on, rock on
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about, dealing with the subject of
I have a book on history.
There was a World Summit on the Information Society a few weeks ago.
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touching; hanging from
I have no money on me at the moment.
I would like to eat the fruit on the trees.
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because of, due to
He was arrested on suspicion of bribery.
I contacted Joanne on a hunch that she would know about it.
The stock price increased on news of a new product.
on
Adjective
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If something is on, it is active, functioning or operating.
The television is on.
The lights are on, so it is very bright.
minority
Noun
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A minority is less than half (50%) of some group.
Most people agreed, but a sizable minority were upset by the decision.
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A minority is a member of an ethnic group that does not have political or social power.
The company claims it has hired several minorities since the complaint was lodged.
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Minority is the state of being a minor, not an adult.