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| artificial intelligence |
an area of computer science that explores the ability of computers to think or have intelligence. Artificial intelligence is concerned with developing computer programs or computers that seem to use reason and make decisions. |
| development |
the act of developing or bringing to a completed state. [1/3 definitions] |
| egg1 |
a round or oval object that contains what may become a young bird, reptile, insect, or other animal. Each egg includes food to help a developing animal grow. Bird and reptile eggs have shells. Some kinds of eggs are used as food by people and other animals. [1/2 definitions] |
| infant |
young or early; still growing or developing. [1/3 definitions] |
| sepal |
a part of a plant, shaped like a leaf, that lies at the base of a flower. Sepals hold and protect developing flower buds. |
| shell |
a natural structure that protects and completely surrounds certain developing animals, such as birds or reptiles. [1/8 definitions] |
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