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pyrolagnia

n. the arousal of sexual excitement by watching or setting large fires or conflagrations. Also called erotic pyromania.

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May 9th 2024

PQ4R

PQ4R

n. a set of study methods developed on the basis of research in cognitive psychology. The set represents six steps required for acquiring information: preview, question, read, reflect, recite, and review.