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Arcane

usgb/ɑːrˈkeɪn/Volume
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Not Common Knowledge

Arcane information isn't known by many people, it's often specialized or hidden.

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He had an arcane understanding of the legal system that baffled most students.
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Context Clues

To grasp arcane content, look for context clues that can unveil its meaning.

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The manuscript was full of arcane language, but the illustrations helped decipher it.
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Unfamiliar Usage

Arcane might be used to describe something not just old, but unfamiliar or complex.

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The mechanic used arcane terms to explain the engine's problem.
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