10. The use of italic type is indicated in the author’s manuscript by underscoring the letters, words, phrases, or sentences that are to be italicized. _MENTIMETER NO. 14_: Speaking-Vocabulary Test. _Any explanation, which demonstrates conclusively that the candidate knows the nature and use of the word or object mentioned by the examiner, should be accepted and given credit_, regardless of the logical or grammatical form of the statements. The explanatory words and phrases given below are not intended to serve as logical definitions or as exhaustive explanations, but merely to indicate the various types of thing that a given word might signify. In examining very intelligent adults, meanings not listed below but nevertheless correct and appropriate may be encountered. If any standard dictionary lists as authentic the meaning given by a candidate, it should be accepted without challenge. Repetitions by the candidate of the word to be explained should not be accepted as an explanation. For example, “buy” is not explained by “Buy is when you buy something.” An explanation, to be satisfactory, should be in terms entirely different from the thing to be explained, although explanations otherwise quite simple are acceptable here. 1. An article of clothing, a covering or something to wear. 2. Obtaining possession or rights in an object in exchange for a price or other consideration. 3. Written or printed matter, usually bound in covers for convenience in reading. 4. A supply of goods or a place where such goods are kept. To lay away or deposit such supplies. 5. A musical instrument or term. 6. To have or gain temporary possession or rights, in return for some price or favour. The price paid for such rights. An opening or torn place, especially in cloth. 7. The flesh of cattle, especially when used as food. 8. A custom or rule established by a legislature or governing authority, or by the nature of the facts concerned. 9. A malady, illness, or infirmity, frequently accompanied by pain or weakness. 10. Uncertainty or hesitation in belief; dread, fear, distrust, or suspicion. 11. An officer who decides disputes or acts as umpire. To decide, pass judgment, or compare the relative merits of ideas, opinions, or objects. 12. The coming or occurrence of something considered desirable but not foreseen as certain. Lucky. 13. One who attends to letters, papers, or business matters for another individual or group of individuals. A writing desk. 14. Kingly or magnificent. Characteristic of or related to a king or ruler. 15. A watercourse or channel, usually artificial. A tube or duct. 16. An eager desire or longing, usually of a selfish nature. 17. A person of fair hair, skin, and eyes. Light coloured. 18. Property or possessions having money value. Riches. Goods.