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Noun:

  • A part of the ocean near the equator, abounding in calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds, which sometimes prevent all progress for weeks; -- so called by sailors
  • the state of boredom, malaise, apathy or lack of interest; a state of listlessness ennui, or tedium

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