The Minority Report and Other Stories Glossary

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Precogs

mutants

hydrocephalic

a rare medical condition in which there is an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain

deformed

not possessing a natural shape

retarded

less advanced in mental, physical, or social development than is usual for one's age

shrivel

to contract inwards

liberty

freedom

precrime

the tendency in criminal justice systems to focus on crimes not yet committed

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