characterized by order and planning of or relating to taxonomy
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yellow color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of sunflowers or ripe lemons turn yellow of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk easily frightened changed to a yellowish color by age typical of tabloids cowardly or treacherous affected by jaundice which causes yellowing of skin etc
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows four pips being one more than three
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decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window a form of capital punishment; victim is suspended by the neck from a gallows or gibbet until dead the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) be suspended or hanging cause to be hanging or suspended kill by hanging let drop or droop fall or flow in a certain way be menacing, burdensome, or oppressive give heed (to) be suspended or poised hold on tightly or tenaciously be exhibited prevent from reaching a verdict, of a jury decorate or furnish with something suspended be placed in position as by a hinge place in position as by a hinge so as to allow free movement in one direction suspend (meat) in order to get a gamey taste
a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter
identify the location or place of concentrate on a particular place or spot restrict something to a particular area locate confined or restricted to a particular location made local or oriented locally
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually the act of searching visually perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect have a certain outward or facial expression search or seek be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to take charge of or deal with convey by one's expression look forward to the probable occurrence of accord in appearance with have faith or confidence in appearing to be as specified; usually used as combining forms
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tight or narrow compression (biology) a narrowing or constriction of a vessel or canal; especially a congenital narrowing of the aorta
qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen
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the quality of being similar a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) parts of a stimulus field that are similar to each other tend to be perceived as belonging together as a unit
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not returned in kind
a substance (an atom or molecule or radical or ion) that forms a complex around a central atom
characteristic of a lack of maturity (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth not fully developed or mature; not ripe not yet mature (of birds) not yet having developed feathers
(biochemistry) a class of hemoprotein whose principal biological function is electron transfer (especially in cellular respiration)
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one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure a finger or toe in human beings or corresponding body part in other vertebrates
the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
the act of shielding from harm a shield of lead or concrete intended as a barrier to radiation emitted in nuclear decay shield consisting of an arrangement of metal mesh or plates designed to protect electronic equipment from ambient electromagnetic interference protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm hold back a thought or feeling about
the quality of being reversible in either direction
characteristic of a region related or limited to a particular region
dry coloring material (especially a powder to be mixed with a liquid to produce paint, etc.) any substance whose presence in plant or animal tissues produces a characteristic color a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating acquire pigment; become colored or imbued color or dye with a pigment
the period after the American Civil War when the southern states were reorganized and reintegrated into the Union; 1865-1877 the activity of constructing something again an interpretation formed by piecing together bits of evidence recall that is hypothesized to work by storing abstract features which are then used to construct the memory during recall
in an experimental fashion
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the event of something being raised upward the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) a raised or elevated geological formation distance of something above a reference point (such as sea level) (ballet) the height of a dancer's leap or jump drawing of an exterior of a structure the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something
mark as different be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense calculate a derivative; take the derivative become different during development evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment become distinct and acquire a different character made different (especially in the course of development) or shown to be different exhibiting biological specialization; adapted during development to a specific function or environment
the computer-based telephone system of the United States National Library of Medicine that provides rapid linkage to MEDLARS
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continue to exist be persistent, refuse to stop stay behind
an asset of special worth or utility a distinguishing trait the special line of work you have adopted as your career
action that makes something stronger or more extreme the act of increasing the contrast of (a photographic film)
a heterosexual person; someone having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex a poker hand with 5 consecutive cards (regardless of suit) a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse successive (without a break) having no deviations (of hair) having no waves or curls erect in posture in keeping with the facts characterized by honesty and fairness no longer coiled free from curves or angles neatly arranged; not disorderly not homosexual accurately fitted; level without evasion or compromise without water following a correct or logical method rigidly conventional or old-fashioned without deviation in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly in a straight line; in a direct course
a native or inhabitant of Asia of or relating to or characteristic of Asia or the peoples of Asia or their languages or culture
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in a special manner to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
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United States bandleader of a popular big band (1909-1944) United States novelist whose novels were originally banned as pornographic (1891-1980) United States playwright (1915-2005) someone who works in a mill (especially a grain mill) machine tool in which metal that is secured to a carriage is fed against rotating cutters that shape it any of various moths that have powdery wings
any of a group of herpes viruses that enlarge epithelial cells and can cause birth defects; can affect humans with impaired immunological systems
(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.) expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses drive by or as if by pulsation
the quality of being doable
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1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites an indefinitely short time the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the second of the bases in the infield a particular point in time following the first in an ordering or series a 60th part of a minute of arc the official attendant of a contestant in a duel or boxing match a speech seconding a motion the gear that has the second lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name give support or one's approval to transfer an employee to a different, temporary assignment coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude a part or voice or instrument or orchestra section lower in pitch than or subordinate to the first in the second place
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the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox the period of finest development, happiness, or beauty spend the summer
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lengthen or extend in duration or space undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) provide with nourishment supply with necessities and support be the physical support of; carry the weight of admit as valid establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
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restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal tie with a tether
incapable of reproducing free of or using methods to keep free of pathological microorganisms deficient in originality or creativity; lacking powers of invention
author of the first novel by an African American that was published in the United States (1808-1870) English writer of novels and short stories (1913-1991) Scottish ornithologist in the United States (1766-1813) United States physicist honored for his work on cosmic microwave radiation (born in 1918) Canadian geophysicist who was a pioneer in the study of plate tectonics (1908-1993) American Revolutionary leader who was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence (1742-1798) United States entomologist who has generalized from social insects to other animals including humans (born in 1929) Scottish physicist who invented the cloud chamber (1869-1959) United States literary critic (1895-1972) 28th President of the United States; led the United States in World War I and secured the formation of the League of Nations (1856-1924) a peak in the San Juan mountains of Colorado (14,246 feet high)
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention inadvertent incorrectness a misconception resulting from incorrect information (baseball) a failure of a defensive player to make an out when normal play would have sufficed departure from what is ethically acceptable (computer science) the occurrence of an incorrect result produced by a computer part of a statement that is not correct
provide physical relief, as from pain free someone temporarily from his or her obligations grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to lessen the intensity of or calm save from ruin, destruction, or harm relieve oneself of troubling information provide relief for free from a burden, evil, or distress take by stealing grant exemption or release to alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive
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involving medical practice
almost complete transparent to X-rays or other forms of radiation
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide
any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb) the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb feel or handle with the fingers examine by touch search for on the computer indicate the fingering for the playing of musical scores for keyboard instruments
able to cause disease
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) make or work out a plan for; devise plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form create designs conceive or fashion in the mind; invent intend or have as a purpose concealing crafty designs for advancing your own interest
become bigger or greater in amount make bigger or more becoming greater or larger music
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat a reflex response to the passage of electric current through the body (pathology) bodily collapse or near collapse caused by inadequate oxygen delivery to the cells; characterized by reduced cardiac output and rapid heartbeat and circulatory insufficiency and pallor an instance of agitation of the earth's crust an unpleasant or disappointing surprise a pile of sheaves of grain set on end in a field to dry; stalks of Indian corn set up in a field a bushy thick mass (especially hair) a sudden jarring impact a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off strike with disgust or revulsion strike with horror or terror collide violently collect or gather into shocks subject to electrical shocks inflict a trauma upon
an expert who is devoted to one occupation or branch of learning practices one branch of medicine
in a faithful manner
a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories
of or relating to the dura mater
a line of small holes for tearing at a particular place a hole made in something the act of punching a hole (especially a row of holes as for ease of separation)
a terrorist organization in Colombia formed in 1997 as an umbrella for local and regional paramilitary groups; is financed by earnings from narcotics and serves to protect the economic interests of its members
to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account
a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world high quality porcelain originally made only in China a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Mao Zedong dishware made of high quality porcelain
one of two or more atoms with the same atomic number but with different numbers of neutrons
located around the heart or relating to or affecting the pericardium
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a large elongated exocrine gland located behind the stomach; secretes pancreatic juice and insulin
the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the idea that is intended material of a particular kind or constitution considerable capital (wealth or income) what a communication that is about something is about a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
(genetics) an organism having two identical alleles of a particular gene and so breeding true for the particular characteristic
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the basic unit of thermodynamic temperature adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites a light soft silver-white metallic element of the alkali metal group; oxidizes rapidly in air and reacts violently with water; is abundant in nature in combined forms occurring in sea water and in carnallite and kainite and sylvite the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of information equal to 1000 bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 bytes the 11th letter of the Roman alphabet street names for ketamine denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units
a written document describing the findings of some individual or group the act of informing by verbal report a short account of the news a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment an essay (especially one written as an assignment) the general estimation that the public has for a person to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
the cause of a disease the philosophical study of causation
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a medical specialist in the nervous system and the disorders affecting it
the military forces of a nation of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare characteristic of or associated with soldiers or the military associated with or performed by members of the armed services as contrasted with civilians
change by catalysis or cause to catalyze
the capability or quality of shrinking or contracting, especially by muscle fibers and even some other forms of living matter
an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus
in an appropriate manner
make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise" settle by concession expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute making or willing to make concessions vulnerable to danger especially of discredit or suspicion
a prediction made by extrapolating from past observations the projection of an image from a film onto a screen a planned undertaking any structure that branches out from a central support any solid convex shape that juts out from something (psychiatry) a defense mechanism by which your own traits and emotions are attributed to someone else the acoustic phenomenon that gives sound a penetrating quality the representation of a figure or solid on a plane as it would look from a particular direction the act of projecting out from something the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting
the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type a group of people or things arranged by class or category the basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories restriction imposed by the government on documents or weapons that are available only to certain authorized people
make plain and comprehensible define serve as a reason or cause or justification of
substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) take the place or move into the position of put something back where it belongs put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
mental or emotional as opposed to physical in nature of or relating to or determined by psychology
a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold
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a negatively charged ion
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the phenomenon of not permitting the passage of electromagnetic radiation incomprehensibility resulting from obscurity of meaning the quality of being opaque to a degree; the degree to which something reduces the passage of light
a narcotic (alkaloid) extracted from coca leaves; used as a surface anesthetic or taken for pleasure; can become powerfully addictive
any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange an individual or group or structure or other entity regarded as a structural or functional constituent of a whole an organization regarded as part of a larger social group a single undivided whole a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity
oral antidepressant (trade name Desyrel) that is a nontricyclic drug used as a sedative
the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx a compound obtained from, or regarded as derived from, another compound a financial instrument whose value is based on another security (linguistics) a word that is derived from another word
of or relating to or characterized by sexuality having or involving sex involved in a sexual relationship
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(biochemistry) a long linear polymer found in the nucleus of a cell and formed from nucleotides and shaped like a double helix; associated with the transmission of genetic information
a member of the United States Marine Corps a soldier who serves both on shipboard and on land of or relating to the sea relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen of or relating to military personnel who serve both on land and at sea (specifically the U.S. Marine Corps) relating to or characteristic of or occurring on or in the sea native to or inhabiting the sea
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(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result as a consequence
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a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe; consists of the mainland of Jutland and many islands between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea
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an animal that produces gametes (ova) that can be fertilized by male gametes (spermatozoa) a person who belongs to the sex that can have babies
cause to conform to standard or norm evaluate by comparing with a standard brought into conformity with a standard capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability
the people who inhabit a territory or state a group of organisms of the same species inhabiting a given area (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn the number of inhabitants (either the total number or the number of a particular race or class) in a given place (country or city etc.) the act of populating (causing to live in a place)
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
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in a reversible manner
being nine more than ninety
being eight more than ninety
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a garment (especially a coat) that can be worn inside out (with either side of the cloth showing) capable of reversing or being reversed capable of being reversed or used with either side out capable of being reversed capable of assuming or producing either of two states
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of or relating to or causing tetany of or relating to or causing tetanus
the profession of a teacher a doctrine that is taught the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill impart skills or knowledge to accustom gradually to some action or attitude
being one more than ninety
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and nine being ten more than eighty
being three more than ninety
being two more than ninety
being five more than ninety
being four more than ninety
being seven more than ninety
being six more than ninety
the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) an opening through which fluid is admitted to a tube or container the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
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fasten with a lock keep engaged become rigid or immoveable hold in a locking position become engaged or intermeshed with one another hold fast (in a certain state) place in a place where something cannot be removed or someone cannot escape pass by means through a lock in a waterway build locks in order to facilitate the navigation of vessels
a small island
especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole a dashing young man something long and thin resembling a blade of grass a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard a cut of beef from the shoulder blade a broad flat body part (as of the shoulder or tongue) the part of the skate that slides on the ice flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water the flat part of a tool or weapon that (usually) has a cutting edge
laparotomy performed with a laparoscope that makes a small incision to examine the abdominal cavity (especially the ovaries and Fallopian tubes)
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the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity) the somatic sensation of cold or heat
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
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an item of information that is typical of a class or group a representative form or pattern something to be imitated punishment intended as a warning to others an occurrence of something a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding
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colorless pungent crystalline compound derived from capsicum; source of the hotness of hot peppers of the genus Capsicum such as chili and cayenne and jalapeno
a social unit living together
create (as an entity) cause to be structured or ordered or operating according to some principle or idea plan and direct (a complex undertaking) bring order and organization to arrange by systematic planning and united effort form or join a union formed into a structured or coherent whole methodical and efficient in arrangement or function being a member of or formed into a labor union
a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger a warning against certain acts judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger the trait of being circumspect and prudent warn strongly; put on guard
look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action give advice to
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something that is conceived or that exists independently and not in relation to other things; something that does not depend on anything else and is beyond human control; something that is not relative perfect or complete or pure complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers not limited by law expressing finality with no implication of possible change not capable of being violated or infringed
more readily or willingly
(Roman Catholic Church) an official in charge of an ecclesiastical province acting under the superior general of a religious order a country person of or associated with a province characteristic of the provinces or their people
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express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge expressing pain or dissatisfaction of resentment
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the act of going from one place to another a movement through space that changes the location of something self-propelled movement change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically undertake a journey or trip make a trip for pleasure travel upon or across undergo transportation as in a vehicle travel from place to place, as for the purpose of finding work, preaching, or acting as a judge
the occurrence of a change for the worse loss of military equipment the act of damaging something or someone the amount of money needed to purchase something any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right inflict damage upon suffer or be susceptible to damage
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks an efficient person an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point a group that controls the activities of a political party a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine turn, shape, mold, or otherwise finish by machinery make by machinery
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the branch of philosophy that analyzes the principles and procedures of inquiry in a particular discipline the system of methods followed in a particular discipline
abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from underproduction or overproduction of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet
benign tumor of smooth muscle (usually in the uterus or digestive tract)
any of a class of highly reactive chemical compounds; used in making resins and dyes and organic acids
the quality of being significant a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred the message that is intended or expressed or signified
a clumping of bacteria or red cells when held together by antibodies (agglutinins) the building of words from component morphemes that retain their form and meaning in the process of combining the coalescing of small particles that are suspended in solution; these larger masses are then (usually) precipitated
more desirable than another
the state of nonexistence an empty area or space declare invalid clear (a room, house, place) of occupants or empty or clear (a place or receptacle) of something take away the legal force of or render ineffective excrete or discharge from the body lacking any legal or binding force containing nothing
the transport of dissolved material within a plant (genetics) an exchange of chromosome parts
a flammable colorless gaseous alkene; obtained from petroleum and natural gas and used in manufacturing many other chemicals; sometimes used as an anesthetic
a tube in which a body fluid circulates
a musical passage moving from one key to another (electronics) the transmission of a signal by using it to vary a carrier wave; changing the carrier's amplitude or frequency or phase rise and fall of the voice pitch a manner of speaking in which the loudness or pitch or tone of the voice is modified the act of modifying or adjusting according to due measure and proportion (as with regard to artistic effect)
write by means of a keyboard with types identify as belonging to a certain type
make small or insignificant represent as less significant or important cause to seem less serious; play down reduced to the smallest possible size or amount or degree
a drawing intended to explain how something works; a drawing showing the relation between the parts make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself not large but sufficient in size or amount free from pomp or affectation not offensive to sexual mores in conduct or appearance low or inferior in station or quality humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness limited in size or scope
agglutination of red blood cells
make small or insignificant represent as less significant or important cause to seem less serious; play down
of or relating the leg from the knee to the foot
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) (biology) the taxonomic group whose characteristics are used to define the next higher taxon printed characters all of the tokens of the same symbol a small metal block bearing a raised character on one end; produces a printed character when inked and pressed on paper write by means of a keyboard with types identify as belonging to a certain type
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a glandular disease or enlargement of glandular tissue (especially of the lymph glands)
young of domestic cattle the muscular back part of the shank fine leather from the skin of a calf young of various large placental mammals e.g. whale or giraffe or elephant or buffalo release ice birth
producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively works well as a means or remedy exerting force or influence existing in fact; not theoretical; real ready for service
(physics) a combining of charges or transfer of electrons in a gas that results in the neutralization of ions; important for ions arising from the passage of high-energy particles (genetics) a combining of genes or characters different from what they were in the parents
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put an end to a state or an activity come to or be at an end prevent completion stopped permanently or temporarily
finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking
(of drugs) through the mouth rather than through injection; by_mouth by spoken rather than written means
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fermented juice (of grapes especially) a red as dark as red wine drink wine treat to wine
a principle that limits the extent of something an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation) the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
the process in which part of the output of a system is returned to its input in order to regulate its further output response to an inquiry or experiment
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become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence be at variance with; be out of line with be subject to change in accordance with a variable make something more diverse and varied
localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply
neuroglial tissue of mesodermal origin that can become phagocytic
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accuracy with which an electronic system reproduces the sound or image of its input signal the quality of being faithful
an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach) acting to neutralize acid (especially in the stomach)
the activity of causing to have energy and be active put in motion or move to act make active or more active make more adsorptive aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter make (substances) radioactive causing motion or action or change
releasing or activated by acetylcholine or a related compound
a substance (an atom or molecule or radical or ion) that forms a complex around a central atom
a display of bad temper a sudden uncontrollable attack the manner in which something fits a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) be agreeable or acceptable to be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired satisfy a condition or restriction make fit insert or adjust several objects or people be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics conform to some shape or size provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose make correspond or harmonize meeting adequate standards for a purpose (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed physically and mentally sound or healthy
of or relating to the process of hearing
a medical specialist who uses radioactive substances and X-rays in the treatment of disease
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money the control of a country by military forces of a foreign power any activity that occupies a person's attention the act of occupying or taking possession of a building the period of time during which a place or position or nation is occupied
a B vitamin that is essential for cell growth and reproduction
one who lives through affliction one who outlives another an animal that survives in spite of adversity
a metric unit of length equal to 100 meters
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example
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one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; during Roman times the region was known as Cambria a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions thick plank forming a ridge along the side of a wooden ship
prevent from being seen or discovered be or go into hiding; keep out of sight, as for protection and safety cover as if with a shroud make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing not accessible to view designed to elude detection difficult to find
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posing no difficulty; requiring little effort not hurried or forced free from worry or anxiety affording pleasure having little impact readily exploited or tricked in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich marked by moderate steepness affording comfort casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior less in demand and therefore readily obtainable obtained with little effort or sacrifice, often obtained illegally
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avoiding emotional involvement the act of releasing from an attachment or connection the state of being isolated or detached a small unit of troops of special composition coming apart
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon an outward appearance an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived) the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work (of a law) having legal validity a symptom caused by an illness or a drug produce act so as to bring into existence
an educational institution a building where young people receive education the process of being formally educated at a school a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session an educational institution's faculty and students a large group of fish educate in or as if in a school teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment swim in or form a large group of fish
having or involving or marked by several dimensions or aspects
the cardinal number that is the sum of fifteen and one being one more than fifteen
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography coins made of silver a light shade of grey silverware eating utensils a trophy made of silver (or having the appearance of silver) that is usually awarded for winning second place in a competition coat with a layer of silver or a silver amalgam make silver in color turn silver made from or largely consisting of silver having the white lustrous sheen of silver of lustrous grey; covered with or tinged with the color of silver expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
hormone synthesized and released into the blood stream by the parathyroid glands; regulates phosphorus and calcium in the body and functions in neuromuscular excitation and blood clotting
relating to or caused by structure, especially political or economic structure relating to or having or characterized by structure affecting or involved in structure or construction; not ornamental elements" concerned with systematic structure in a particular field of study pertaining to geological structure relating to or concerned with the morphology of plants and animals
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
relating to or using or formed by photosynthesis
the use of spectroscopes to analyze spectra
a sterile liquid containing a purified protein derivative of the tuberculosis bacterium; used in the diagnosis of tuberculosis
come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
the gene that is mutated in cystic fibrosis
an expectation something expected (as on the basis of a norm)
be earlier in time; go back further come before be the predecessor of move ahead (of others) in time or space furnish with a preface or introduction
involving financial matters
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similar things placed in order or happening one after another a serialized set of programs a periodical that appears at scheduled times (sports) several contests played successively by the same teams (electronics) connection of components in such a manner that current flows first through one and then through the other a group of postage stamps having a common theme or a group of coins or currency selected as a group for study or collection (mathematics) the sum of a finite or infinite sequence of expressions
tiny bits of protoplasm found in vertebrate blood; essential for blood clotting
act of taking the place of another especially using underhanded tactics an event in which something is displaced without rotation the act of uniform movement (chemistry) a reaction in which an elementary substance displaces and sets free a constituent element from a compound (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that transfers affect or reaction from the original object to some more acceptable one to move something from its natural environment act of removing from office or employment
regional anesthesia resulting from injection of an anesthetic into the epidural space of the spinal cord; sensation is lost in the abdominal and genital and pelvic areas; used in childbirth and gynecological surgery on or outside the dura mater
an animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant); it obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing the host a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
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weakening in force or intensity the property of something that has been weakened or reduced in thickness or density
be earlier in time; go back further come before be the predecessor of move ahead (of others) in time or space furnish with a preface or introduction
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to a great extent or degree in a strong substantial way
a workplace for the conduct of scientific research a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation
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a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled what a communication that is about something is about send a message to send as a message send a message
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have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with
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a motorized wheeled vehicle used for camping or other recreational activities
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an enzyme that acts on fibrinogen in blood causing it to clot
(astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial point measured westward along the celestial equator from the zenith crossing; the right ascension for an observer at a particular location and time of day
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a grey lustrous metallic element of the rare earth group; is used in special alloys; occurs in monazite and bastnasite a master's degree in science
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contribute to the progress or growth of inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to spur on
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an intensely radioactive metallic element that occurs in minute amounts in uranium ores ancient Egyptian sun god with the head of a hawk; a universal creator; he merged with the god Amen as Amen-Ra to become the king of the gods (astronomy) the equatorial coordinate specifying the angle, measured eastward along the celestial equator, from the vernal equinox to the intersection of the hour circle that passes through an object in the sky; usually expressed in hours and minutes and seconds; used with declination to specify positions on the celestial sphere
to a noticeable degree
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surgical incision into the chest walls opening up the pleural cavity
a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies; the smallest state
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the basis on which something is grounded an institution supported by an endowment lowest support of a structure education or instruction in the fundamentals of a field of knowledge the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained a woman's undergarment worn to give shape to the contours of the body the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
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a grey tetravalent metallic element that resembles zirconium chemically and is found in zirconium minerals; used in filaments for its ready emission of electrons 3 to 30 megahertz
pose a threat to; present a danger to to utter intentions of injury or punishment against:"He threatened me when I tried to call the police" to be a menacing indication of something:"The clouds threaten rain" (of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered
a detailed critical inspection short descriptive summary (of events) the act of looking or seeing or observing consider in a comprehensive way look over carefully or inspect keep under surveillance hold a review (of troops) make a survey of; for statistical purposes plot a map of (land)
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of a nerve fiber or impulse originating outside and passing toward the central nervous system involving or derived from the senses relating to or concerned in sensation
make right or correct make reparations or amends for censure severely adjust for punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience go down in value alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard treat a defect
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition make an examination or investigation be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution put a check mark on or near or next to slow the growth or development of be verified or confirmed; pass inspection be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control consign for shipment on a vehicle hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey stop in a chase especially when scent is lost mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on decline to initiate betting hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of place into check write out a check on a bank account find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort verify by consulting a source or authority arrest the motion (of something) abruptly make cracks or chinks in become fractured; break or crack on the surface only patterned with alternating squares of color
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) a statement indicating the likely cost of some job the respect with which a person is held judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) judge to be probable
everywhere
relating to or containing mucin
expose or make accessible to some action or influence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret to show, make visible or apparent remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body disclose to view as by removing a cover put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose to light, of photographic film expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas abandon by leaving out in the open air
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a small round body of protein in a cell nucleus; such organelles contain RNA and are involved in protein synthesis
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someone who has diabetes of or relating to or causing diabetes suffering from diabetes
chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age
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move deeply change the arrangement or position of tamper with destroy the peace or tranquility of damage as if by shaking or jarring having the place or position changed afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief emotionally unstable and having difficulty coping with personal relationships affected with madness or insanity
a nucleotide derived from adenosine that occurs in muscle tissue; the major source of energy for cellular reactions
the decade from 1970 to 1979
a rodent that is a member of the family Muridae of or relating to or transmitted by a member of the family Muridae (rats and mice)
distance travelled per unit time a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens changing location rapidly the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression move fast move faster move very fast travel at an excessive or illegal velocity cause to move faster
enough to be estimated or measured
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a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc the atomic weight of an element that has the same combining capacity as a given weight of another element; the standard is 8 for oxygen
the condition of being essential or indispensable anything indispensable
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any of several fat-soluble organic compounds having as a basis 17 carbon atoms in four rings; many have important physiological effects any hormone affecting the development and growth of sex organs
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official routes of communication a path over which electrical signals can pass a passage for water (or other fluids) to flow through a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) a deep and relatively narrow body of water (as in a river or a harbor or a strait linking two larger bodies) that allows the best passage for vessels (often plural) a means of communication or access a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance a television station and its programs a way of selling a company's product either directly or via distributors transmit or serve as the medium for transmission direct the flow of send from one person or place to another
a thin coat of water-base paint the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water) the dry bed of an intermittent stream (as at the bottom of a canyon) the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway) the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller a watercolor made by applying a series of monochrome washes one over the other garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering any enterprise in which losses and gains cancel out clean with some chemical process cleanse (one's body) with soap and water cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water move by or as if by water be capable of being washed admit to testing or proof separate dirt or gravel from (precious minerals) apply a thin coating of paint, metal, etc., to remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent form by erosion make moist wash or flow against to cleanse (itself or another animal) by licking
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being ten more than one hundred sixty
a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property the act of taking of a person by force the taking possession of something by legal process
a social unit living together
work done by one person or group that benefits another an act of help or assistance the act of public worship following prescribed rules a company or agency that performs a public service; subject to government regulation employment in or work for another a force that is a branch of the armed forces Canadian writer (born in England) who wrote about life in the Yukon Territory (1874-1958) a means of serving tableware consisting of a complete set of articles (silver or dishware) for use at table the act of mating by male animals (law) the acts performed by an English feudal tenant for the benefit of his lord which formed the consideration for the property granted to him (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone periodic maintenance on a car or machine the performance of duties by a waiter or servant be used by; as of a utility make fit for use mate with
in like or similar manner
the branch of physiology that studies the circulation of the blood and the forces involved
document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability a coming to or returning home the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction getting something back again the act of going back to a prior location the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property happening again (especially at regular intervals) a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) the key on electric typewriters or computer keyboards that causes a carriage return and a line feed a reciprocal group action a tennis stroke that sends the ball back to the other player (American football) the act of running back the ball after a kickoff or punt or interception or fumble the act of someone appearing again go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority
a specific sequence of three adjacent nucleotides on a strand of DNA or RNA that specifies the genetic code information for synthesizing a particular amino acid
require as useful, just, or proper have need of have or feel a need for necessary for relief or supply
an unhappy and worried mental state (physics) a secondary influence on a system that causes it to deviate slightly activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption a disposition that is confused or nervous and upset the act of causing disorder
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give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of include in a list cause to lean to the side tilt to one side enumerate on a list
a steroid hormone that is produced by the adrenal cortex of animals; affects functioning of gonads and has anti-inflammatory activity
be or form the base for lie underneath
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(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning maintain or assert take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom require as useful, just, or proper
staying power a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle a structure in animals that is similar to a human leg and used for locomotion one of the supports for a piece of furniture a part of a forked or branching shape the limb of an animal used for food a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg a cloth covering consisting of the part of a pair of trousers that covers a person's leg (nautical) the distance traveled by a sailing vessel on a single tack a section or portion of a journey or course
a coming into being the first book of the Old Testament: tells of Creation; Adam and Eve; the Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Noah and the flood; God's covenant with Abraham; Abraham and Isaac; Jacob and Esau; Joseph and his brothers
alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs a shifty deceptive person the grey or reddish-brown fur of a fox English statesman who supported American independence and the French Revolution (1749-1806) English religious leader who founded the Society of Friends (1624-1691) a member of an Algonquian people formerly living west of Lake Michigan along the Fox River the Algonquian language of the Fox deceive somebody be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly become discolored with, or as if with, mildew spots
a Scandinavian language that is the official language of Denmark light sweet yeast-raised roll usually filled with fruits or cheese of or relating to or characteristic of Denmark or the Danes or their language
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion a natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in the act of throwing yourself down a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) break down, literally or metaphorically collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack fold or close up fall apart cause to burst suffer a nervous breakdown lose significance, effectiveness, or value
a posterior appendage such as a leg or the homologous structure in other animals
having or resembling fibers especially fibers used in making cordage such as those of jute (of meat) full of sinews; especially impossible to chew
of or relating to prosthetics relating to or serving as a prosthesis
a tumor consisting of a mixture of tissues not normally found at that site
capable of being foretold
loss of the ability to move a body part a condition marked by uncontrollable tremor affect with palsy
a security pledged for the repayment of a loan
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extremely so as to be positive; in a positive manner
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a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)
give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
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a substance that oozes out from plant pores release (a liquid) in drops or small quantities
a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms a figure that branches from a single root English actor and theatrical producer noted for his lavish productions of Shakespeare (1853-1917) force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape plant with trees chase an animal up a tree stretch (a shoe) on a shoetree
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any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted a planned undertaking communicate vividly extend out or project in space transfer (ideas or principles) from one domain into another project on a screen cause to be heard draw a projection of make or work out a plan for; devise present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind put or send forth throw, send, or cast forward regard as objective
respiratory disease characterized by inflammation of the lung parenchyma (excluding the bronchi) with congestion caused by viruses or bacteria or irritants
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the experiencing of affective and emotional states a vague idea in which some confidence is placed the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a physical sensation that you experience the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin an intuitive understanding of something undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
the act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something something acquired the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge an ability that has been acquired by training
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an ordered array of the components of an emission or wave a broad range of related objects or values or qualities or ideas or activities
not disciplined or conditioned or made adept by training
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a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important the amount by which something increases
the act of arousing a state of heightened physiological activity awakening from sleep mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse
a disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth
matters of personal concern transactions of professional or public interest a vaguely specified concern a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship a vaguely specified social event
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communication between individuals the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur
a human being a human body (usually including the clothing) a grammatical category used in the classification of pronouns, possessive determiners, and verb forms according to whether they indicate the speaker, the addressee, or a third party
a person trained to assist medical professionals and to give emergency medical treatment
worthy of or requiring responsibility or trust; or held accountable being the agent or cause having an acceptable credit rating
relating to or consisting of collagen
a fabric made of a yarn that is partly or entirely of metal a yarn made partly or entirely of metal containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal
a city in southwestern Pennsylvania where the confluence of the Allegheny River and Monongahela River forms the Ohio River; long an important urban industrial area; site of Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh
push for something express a good opinion of make attractive or acceptable
the act of causing something to happen give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
become imbued take up mentally take up, as of debts or payments take in, also metaphorically cause to become one with suck or take up or in devote (oneself) fully to assimilate or take in consume all of one's attention or time giving or marked by complete attention to retained without reflection
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of or relating to or characterizing mental events that have motor consequences or vice versa
surgical sectioning of bone
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a general and progressive increase in prices (cosmology) a brief exponential expansion of the universe (faster than the speed of light) postulated to have occurred shortly after the big bang lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity the act of filling something with air
the property of eliciting an immune response
any of a group of viruses that contain two single-strand linear RNA molecules per virion and reverse transcriptase (RNA to DNA); the virus transcribes its RNA into a cDNA provirus that is then incorporated into the host cell
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the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge the externally visible part of the oral cavity on the face and the system of organs surrounding the opening an opening that resembles a mouth (as of a cave or a gorge) the point where a stream issues into a larger body of water a person conceived as a consumer of food a spokesperson (as a lawyer) an impudent or insolent rejoinder the opening of a jar or bottle express in speech articulate silently; form words with the lips only touch with the mouth
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hold back within allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature secure and keep for possible future use or application keep in one's mind
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a graphic representation of numerical relations
stable gear consisting of a decorated covering for a horse, especially (formerly) for a warhorse place in a confining or embarrassing position catch in or as if in a trap hold or catch as if in a trap to hold fast or prevent from moving
distributing again
a happening that is distinctive in a series of related events a brief section of a literary or dramatic work that forms part of a connected series a part of a broadcast serial film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie
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release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available
a small growth of trees without underbrush garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth
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temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers a group of people living together in a camp temporary lodgings in the country for travelers or vacationers an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose a penal institution (often for forced labor) something that is considered amusing not because of its originality but because of its unoriginality shelter for persons displaced by war or political oppression or for religious beliefs a site where care and activities are provided for children during the summer months live in or as if in a tent establish or set up a camp give an artificially banal or sexual quality to providing sophisticated amusement by virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) mannered or banal or sentimental qualities
a long-playing phonograph record; designed to be played at 33.3 rpm
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the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) an expert estimation of the quality, quantity, and other characteristics of someone or something
the dissemination of copies of periodicals (as newspapers or magazines) movement through a circuit; especially the movement of blood through the heart and blood vessels (library science) the count of books that are loaned by a library over a specified period number of copies of a newspaper or magazine that are sold free movement or passage (as of cytoplasm within a cell or sap through a plant) the spread or transmission of something (as news or money) to a wider group or area
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a person who has abnormally low blood pressure having abnormally low blood pressure
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oust politically clear of a charge make pure or free from sin or guilt rid of impurities rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth excrete or evacuate (someone's bowels or body)
not complete or total; not completed not yet finished
an announcement that usually advises or warns the public of some threat giving advice
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(of a substance) capable of being dissolved in some solvent (usually water) susceptible of solution or of being solved or explained
a measuring instrument for measuring and indicating a quantity such as the thickness of wire or the amount of rain etc. accepted or approved instance or example of a quantity or quality against which others are judged or measured or compared the distance between the rails of a railway or between the wheels of a train the thickness of wire diameter of a tube or gun barrel judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) rub to a uniform size determine the capacity, volume, or contents of by measurement and calculation measure precisely and against a standard adapt to a specified measurement mix in specific proportions
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a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue
share in something become a participant; be involved in
of an instrument of certain death
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group of people related by blood or marriage
an acute contagious disease caused by herpes varicella zoster virus; causes a rash of vesicles on the face and body
an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of a proenzyme to an active enzyme
coming to full development; becoming mature (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level (medicine) the formation of morbific matter in an abscess or a vesicle and the discharge of pus
law intended to eradicate organized crime by establishing strong sanctions and forfeiture provisions
people who have possessions and wealth (considered as a group) possessing material wealth having an abundant supply of desirable qualities or substances (especially natural resources) of great worth or quality marked by great fruitfulness strong; intense very productive high in mineral content; having a high proportion of fuel to air suggestive of or characterized by great expense containing plenty of fat, or eggs, or sugar marked by richness and fullness of flavor pleasantly full and mellow affording an abundant supply
grains used as food either unpolished or more often polished annual or perennial rhizomatous marsh grasses; seed used for food; straw used for paper English lyricist who frequently worked with Andrew Lloyd Webber (born in 1944) United States playwright (1892-1967) sieve so that it becomes the consistency of rice
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(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score a sheet of metal or wood or glass or plastic a full-page illustration (usually on slick paper) dish on which food is served or from which food is eaten the quantity contained in a plate a rigid layer of the Earth's crust that is believed to drift slowly the thin under portion of the forequarter a main course served on a plate any flat platelike body structure or part the positively charged electrode in a vacuum tube a flat sheet of metal or glass on which a photographic image can be recorded structural member consisting of a horizontal beam that provides bearing and anchorage a shallow receptacle for collection in church a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) a dental appliance that artificially replaces missing teeth coat with a layer of metal
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relating to or having or lying within a scrotum
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membranous duct connecting the fetus with the placenta relating to or resembling the umbilicus
relating to or used in or engaged in the practice of psychiatry
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles an enclosed space a supply of money (bowling) the space between the headpin and the pins behind it on the right or left a hollow concave shape made by removing something a local region of low pressure or descending air that causes a plane to lose height suddenly a small isolated group of people (anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican) an opening at the corner or on the side of a billiard table into which billiard balls are struck put in one's pocket take unlawfully
a change from one state to the opposite state an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating turning in an opposite direction or position a decision to reverse an earlier decision a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside turning in the opposite direction the act of reversing the order or place of a major change in attitude or principle or point of view
informal terms for nakedness to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') with everything included or counted with everything considered (and neglecting details)
a histamine blocker (trade name Pepcid) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux
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the extreme end of something; especially something pointed a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) an indication of potential opportunity a V shape the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) cause to tilt mark with a tip give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on cause to topple or tumble by pushing to incline or bend from a vertical position walk on one's toes strike lightly give insider information or advise to remove the tip from
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization a formal association of people with similar interests the state of being with someone the fashionable elite
of or relating to the staphylococcus bacteria
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide
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characteristic of or affected with autism
of or involving the rectum
annual grass of Europe and North Africa; grains used as food and fodder (referred to primarily in the plural: `oats') seed of the annual grass Avena sativa (spoken of primarily in the plural as `oats')
a small contrasting part of something a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a short set of commands to correct a bug in a computer program a connection intended to be used for a limited time sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) a protective cloth covering for an injured eye a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body to join or unite the pieces of provide with a patch; also used metaphorically mend by putting a patch on repair by adding pieces
either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye
be located at the sides of something or somebody
faithful support for a cause or political party or religion the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition
show a response or a reaction to something react verbally respond favorably or as hoped
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the recipient of a mandate a territory surrendered by Turkey or Germany after World War I and put under the tutelage of some other European power until they are able to stand by themselves required by rule
a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc. gathering of producers to promote business a competitive exhibition of farm products a sale of miscellany; often for charity join so that the external surfaces blend smoothly free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules not excessive or extreme very pleasing to the eye (of a baseball) hit between the foul lines lacking exceptional quality or ability attractively feminine (of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections gained or earned without cheating or stealing free of clouds or rain (used of hair or skin) pale or light-colored;  in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner
make clear and (more) comprehensible make clear by removing impurities or solids, as by heating
(computer science) electronic equipment connected by cable to the CPU of a computer on or near an edge or constituting an outer boundary; the outer area related to the key issue but not of central importance
any of several low-growing pines of western North America
keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
in a way that was not expected without advance planning
lose blood from one's body draw blood get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone be diffused drain of liquid or steam
the length of a line segment between the center and circumference of a circle or sphere a straight line from the center to the perimeter of a circle (or from the center to the surface of a sphere) a circular region whose area is indicated by the length of its radius the outer and slightly shorter of the two bones of the human forearm support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem something that results the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end have as a result or residue come about or follow as a consequence
fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse
a hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that controls the degree of pigmentation in melanocytes
belonging to or active during the night of or relating to or occurring in the night
the supreme effort one can make the person who is most outstanding or excellent; someone who tops all others Canadian physiologist (born in the United States) who assisted F. G. Banting in research leading to the discovery of insulin (1899-1978) get the better of (superlative of `good') having the most positive qualities (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified having the normally expected amount morally admirable deserving of esteem and respect promoting or enhancing well-being agreeable or pleasing of moral excellence having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude thorough with or in a close or intimate relationship financially sound most suitable or right for a particular purpose resulting favorably exerting force or influence capable of pleasing appealing to the mind in excellent physical condition tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health not forged not left to spoil generally admired in a most excellent way or manner it would be sensible from a position of superiority or authority (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form indicating high probability; in all likelihood (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree favorably; with approval to a great extent or degree with great or especially intimate knowledge with prudence or propriety with skill or in a pleasing manner in a manner affording benefit or advantage in financial comfort without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor
tropical woody herb with showy yellow flowers and flat pods; much cultivated in the tropics small highly nutritious seed of the tropical pigeon-pea plant
a gene that disposes normal cells to change into cancerous tumor cells
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membranous tissue covering internal organs and other internal surfaces of the body
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gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises a characteristic sound a toroidal shape a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop an association of criminals the sound of a bell ringing a platform usually marked off by ropes in which contestants box or wrestle jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
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the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit) a force that compels the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure the state of demanding notice or attention the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress the pressure exerted by the atmosphere to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" exert pressure on someone through threats
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a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) a written form of a musical composition; parts for different instruments appear on separate staves on large pages a number that expresses the accomplishment of a team or an individual in a game or contest a set of twenty members grounds the facts about an actual situation an amount due (as at a restaurant or bar) a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally) a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation the act of scoring in a game or sport a seduction culminating in sexual intercourse gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
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having the quality or power of conducting heat or electricity or sound; exhibiting conductivity
of or relating to the activity or business for which you are trained
largest city in Scotland; a port on the Clyde in west central Scotland; one of the great shipbuilding centers of the world
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a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone a reservation where animals are protected fruit preserved by cooking with sugar keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction to keep up and reserve for personal or special use prevent (food) from rotting maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
a nerve that conveys impulses toward or to muscles or glands of nerves and nerve impulses; conveying information away from the CNS
something having the property of being analogous to something else an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator (mathematics) one of a set of parallel geometric figures (parallel lines or planes) be parallel to make or place parallel to something duplicate or match
occurring or extending throughout a country or nation extending throughout an entire nation
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized a causal agent creating and controlling things in the universe the natural physical world including plants and animals and landscapes etc. the complex of emotional and intellectual attributes that determine a person's characteristic actions and reactions a particular type of thing
any of various fluorescent substances used in fluorescence microscopy to stain specimens
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benign and movable and firm and not tender tumor of the breast; common in young women and caused by high levels of estrogen
having cells with `good' or membrane-bound nuclei
the point or degree to which something extends the distance or area or volume over which something extends
a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment
an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds a thin paper coated on one side with a dark waxy substance (often containing carbon); used to transfer characters from the original to an under sheet of paper a copy made with carbon paper
the state of owing something (especially money) money or goods or services owed by one person to another an obligation to pay or do something
a grounder that rolls along the infield a long heavy sea wave as it advances towards the shore a small wheel without spokes (as on a roller skate) a cylinder that revolves a mechanical device consisting of a cylindrical tube around which the hair is wound to curl it Old World bird that tumbles or rolls in flight; related to kingfishers pigeon that executes backward somersaults in flight or on the ground
the act of removing from association a state in which some integrated part of a person's life becomes separated from the rest of the personality and functions independently (chemistry) the temporary or reversible process in which a molecule or ion is broken down into smaller molecules or ions
something that results a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
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a politically organized body of people under a single government the territory occupied by a nation the people who live in a nation or country an area outside of cities and towns a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
a sizeable hole (usually in the ground) a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression) the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment an enclosure in which animals are made to fight (commodity exchange) the part of the floor of a commodity exchange where trading in a particular commodity is carried on (auto racing) an area at the side of a racetrack where the race cars are serviced and refueled a trap in the form of a concealed hole a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate lowered area in front of a stage where an orchestra accompanies the performers a workplace consisting of a coal mine plus all the buildings and equipment connected with it set into opposition or rivalry mark with a scar remove the pits from
a person who enjoys reading someone who contracts to receive and pay for a service or a certain number of issues of a publication a person who can read; a literate person someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication someone who reads proof in order to find errors and mark corrections someone who reads the lessons in a church service; someone ordained in a minor order of the Roman Catholic Church a public lecturer at certain universities one of a series of texts for students learning to read
the natural process of laying down a deposit of something (law) a pretrial interrogation of a witness; usually conducted in a lawyer's office the act of putting something somewhere the act of deposing someone; removing a powerful person from a position or office
have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form designed or carried out according to a plan planned in advance
thickening of tissue in the motor tracts of the lateral columns and anterior horns of the spinal cord; results in progressive muscle atrophy that starts in the limbs a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
present reasons and arguments have an argument about something give evidence of
make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose
inquire about make a request or demand for something to somebody direct or put; seek an answer to consider obligatory; request and expect address a question to and expect an answer from require as useful, just, or proper require or ask for as a price or condition
kill in large numbers destroy completely, as if down to the roots
trade names of a narcotic analgesic that can be inhaled and that acts on the central nervous system and may become addictive; used as a veterinary anesthetic and with other drugs before, during, and after surgery; also used as a nonlethal gas to incapacitate people in hostage situations; also abused as a recreational drug
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affected manners intended to impress others a posture assumed by models for photographic or artistic purposes a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display introduce assume a posture as for artistic purposes pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others put into a certain place or abstract location be a mystery or bewildering to
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a trivalent metalloid element; occurs both in a hard black crystal and in the form of a yellow or brown powder
coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude
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(genetics) an organism or cell having the normal amount of DNA per cell; i.e., two sets of chromosomes or twice the haploid number of a cell or organism having two sets of chromosomes or twice the haploid number
of an organism prior to birth or hatching
keep company with; hang out with join in an affiliation being joined in close association
the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus
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a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990
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an X-ray representation of blood vessels made after the injection of a radiopaque substance
an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War) the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes the state of being joined or united or linked the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) healing process involving the growing together of the edges of a wound or the growing together of broken bones a political unit formed from previously independent people or organizations a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets the occurrence of a uniting of separate parts a device on a national flag emblematic of the union of two or more sovereignties (typically in the upper inner corner) the act of making or becoming a single unit being of or having to do with the northern United States and those loyal to the Union during the American Civil War of trade unions
the trait of being unmanageable
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call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) derive by reason
the process of obtaining something from a mixture or compound by chemical or physical or mechanical means properties attributable to your ancestry the action of taking out something (especially using effort or force)
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a great amount or extent (quantifier used with mass nouns) great in quantity or degree or extent to a great degree or extent very to a very great degree or extent (degree adverb used before a noun phrase) for all practical purposes but not completely frequently or in great quantities
a collection of pus in a body cavity (especially in the lung cavity)
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an ancestor in the direct line
relating to muscles and skeleton
being five more than one hundred
connecting an artery to a vein
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a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages remove the moisture from and make dry become dry or drier free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet humorously sarcastic or mocking lacking moisture or volatile components opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages not producing milk (of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation without a mucous or watery discharge; a small child with a dry nose" not shedding tears lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones unproductive especially of the expected results having no adornment or coloration (of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish having a large proportion of strong liquor lacking warmth or emotional involvement practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages; I happen to be teetotal"
a characteristic state or mode of living the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities the course of existence of an individual; the actions and events that occur in living the condition of living or the state of being alive the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death) the period between birth and the present time the period from the present until death a living person animation and energy in action or expression living things collectively the organic phenomenon that distinguishes living organisms from nonliving ones an account of the series of events making up a person's life a motive for living a prison term lasting as long as the prisoner lives
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lying toward or situated in the east of or characteristic of eastern regions of the United States lying in or toward the east relating to or characteristic of regions of eastern parts of the world from the east; used especially of winds
admit into a hospital
open-heart surgery in which the rib cage is opened and a section of a blood vessel is grafted from the aorta to the coronary artery to bypass the blocked section of the coronary artery and improve the blood supply to the heart
across time in the direction of the length with respect to longitude
a person who works at a specific occupation a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae a person who acts and gets things done
black tropical American cuckoo
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a cell from which connective tissue develops
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abnormal redness of the skin resulting from dilation of blood vessels (as in sunburn or inflammation)
a young person of either sex a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age an immature childish person a member of a clan or tribe
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion
a swift whirling motion (usually of a missile) the act of rotating rapidly a short drive in a car rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral a distinctive interpretation (especially as used by politicians to sway public opinion) revolve quickly and repeatedly around one's own axis stream in jets, of liquids cause to spin make up a story form a web by making a thread work natural fibers into a thread twist and turn so as to give an intended interpretation prolong or extend
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turn aside; turn away from send on a course or in a direction different from the planned or intended one occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion withdraw (money) and move into a different location, often secretly and with dishonest intentions pleasantly occupied
a substance (a virus or toxin or immune serum) that is introduced into the body to produce or increase immunity to a particular disease
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the state of being employed or having a job put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose engage or hire for work
a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals
the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one being one more than seven
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material produced by or used in a reaction involving changes in atoms or molecules
any of a class of carbohydrates whose molecules contain chains of monosaccharide molecules
one thousand periods per second
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participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line (of games) engaged in
of or relating to the perineum
establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny established by conditioning or learning physically fit
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
underdevelopment of an organ because of a decrease in the number of cells
the cardinal number that is the sum of seventeen and one being one more than seventeen
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not involving competition or competitiveness
the money risked on a gamble the act of gambling maintain with or as if with a bet stake on the outcome of an issue have faith or confidence in
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inadequate secretion of parathyroid hormone resulting in abnormally low levels of calcium in the blood
inflict damage upon suffer or be susceptible to damage harmed or injured or spoiled being unjustly brought into disrepute
used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather something hard to endure extreme plainness excessive sternness
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing) a special situation an action a special abstraction an artifact an event a vaguely specified concern a statement regarded as an object an entity that is not named specifically any attribute or quality considered as having its own existence a special objective a persistent illogical feeling of desire or aversion a separate and self-contained entity
increasing by successive addition
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game equipment consisting of an open ring of iron used in playing horseshoes U-shaped plate nailed to underside of horse's hoof equip (a horse) with a horseshoe or horseshoes
extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back) a bottle containing half the usual amount a promised or claimed share of loot or money a lengthwise crack in wood an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an old Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea a dessert of sliced fruit and ice cream covered with whipped cream and cherries and nuts (tenpin bowling) a divided formation of pins left standing after the first bowl an increase in the number of outstanding shares of a corporation without changing the shareholders' equity the act of rending or ripping or splitting something division of a group into opposing factions separate into parts or portions separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure having been divided; having the unity destroyed (especially of wood) cut or ripped longitudinally with the grain
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk the youngest member of a group (not necessarily young) an immature childish person an unborn child; a human fetus (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women a very young mammal a project of personal concern to someone treat with excessive indulgence
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent significant very intense loud and firm conspicuous in position or importance prodigious exhibiting self-importance feeling self-importance (of animals) fully developed marked by intense physical force generous and understanding and tolerant given or giving freely in an advanced stage of pregnancy extremely well in a boastful manner on a grand scale in a major way
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a native or inhabitant of Europe of or relating to or characteristic of Europe or the people of Europe
use of physical or mental energy; hard work
to a moderately sufficient extent or degree without favoring one party, in a fair evenhanded manner in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
of or relating to the myocardium
a benign epithelial tumor of glandular origin
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having similarity in size, shape, and relative position of corresponding parts exhibiting equivalence or correspondence among constituents of an entity or between different entities
spherical Gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; some cause boils or septicemia or infections spherical Gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; some cause boils or septicemia or infections
the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form any property detected by the olfactory system the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people the faculty that enables us to distinguish scents the act of perceiving the odor of something inhale the odor of; perceive by the olfactory sense emit an odor smell bad have an element suggestive (of something) become aware of not through the senses but instinctively
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage take (someone) as a wife marry a woman, take a wife provide with a wife; marry (someone) to a wife
a distinct and often subordinate group within a group (mathematics) a subset (that is not empty) of a mathematical group
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an antimalarial drug (trade name Larium and Mephaquine) that is effective in cases that do not respond to chloroquine; said to produce harmful neuropsychiatric effects on some people
one of four connected cavities in the brain; is continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord and contains cerebrospinal fluid a chamber of the heart that receives blood from an atrium and pumps it to the arteries
add nonfissionable material to (fissionable material) so as to make unsuitable for use in an atomic bomb modify (as a native protein) especially by heat, acid, alkali, or ultraviolet radiation so that all of the original properties are removed or diminished make (alcohol) unfit for drinking without impairing usefulness for other purposes
cause to become widely known
an educator who works at a college or university associated with academia or an academy hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects
reproduce someone's behavior or looks create a representation or model of make a pretence of not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; it's real synthetic fur" reproduced or made to resemble; imitative in character
expressible as a quantity or relating to or susceptible of measurement relating to the measurement of quantity (of verse) having a metric system based on relative duration of syllables
(pathology) a small abnormal patch on or inside the body a memorial made of brass
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
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having the deep slightly brownish color of gold marked by peace and prosperity made from or covered with gold supremely favored suggestive of gold presaging or likely to bring good luck
the quality of being similar or comparable in kind or nature the quality of being of uniform throughout in composition or structure
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a muscle that serves to lift some body part (as the eyelid or lip)
just preceding something else in time or order (used especially of persons) of the immediate past too soon or too hasty
disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet
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of or relating to a cavity or chamber in the body (especially one of the upper chambers of the heart)
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give spiritual insight to; in religion cast rays of light upon expose to radiation
freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress) freedom from constraint or embarrassment freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) move gently or carefully lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate make easier lessen the intensity of or calm
the quality of moving freely
special importance or significance intensity or forcefulness of expression special and significant stress by means of position or repetition e.g. the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically); usually recovered as a by-product from ores of other metals
any material used to thicken any thickened enlargement the act of thickening make thick or thicker become thick or thicker make viscous or dense accumulating and becoming more intense becoming more intricate or complex
pertaining to the surface of a body part of or relating to or arranged by topics of interest at the present time
inequality or difference in some respect
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several things grouped together or considered as a whole a publication containing a variety of works request for a sum of money the act of gathering something together
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort not hurried or forced free from worry or anxiety affording pleasure having little impact readily exploited or tricked in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich marked by moderate steepness affording comfort casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior less in demand and therefore readily obtainable obtained with little effort or sacrifice, often obtained illegally with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') in a relaxed manner; or without hardship
the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees the countries of Asia the region of the United States lying to the north of the Ohio River and to the east of the Mississippi River the direction corresponding to the eastward cardinal compass point a location in the eastern part of a country, region, or city situated in or facing or moving toward the east to, toward, or in the east
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the event of something being raised upward the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) a raised or elevated geological formation distance of something above a reference point (such as sea level) (ballet) the height of a dancer's leap or jump drawing of an exterior of a structure the act of increasing the wealth or prestige or power or scope of something
a state of surviving; remaining alive a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment something that survives
of or relating to a clone
a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions the speech act of disagreeing or arguing or disputing
something that can be done an applicant who might be suitable capable of happening or existing existing in possibility
in an unambiguous manner
by chance to a degree possible of achievement or by possible means
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a mood (grammatically unmarked) that represents the act or state as an objective fact relating to the mood of verbs that is used simple in declarative statements (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly
the time when something begins (especially life) the event of being born the process of giving birth the kinship relation of an offspring to the parents a baby born; an offspring cause to be born
come together as in a cluster or flock gather or cause to gather into a cluster growing close together but not in dense mats clustered together but not coherent
compel to behave in a certain way impose something unpleasant impose and collect set forth authoritatively as obligatory
affected manners intended to impress others a posture assumed by models for photographic or artistic purposes a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display introduce assume a posture as for artistic purposes pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others put into a certain place or abstract location be a mystery or bewildering to
come to pass come to one's mind; suggest itself to be found to exist
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state an inclination to want things something that is desired feel or have a desire for; want strongly expect and wish express a desire for
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere cause to come into a particular state or condition cause to happen or to occur as a consequence go or come after and bring or take back bring into a different state be accompanied by advance or set forth in court bestow a quality on be sold for a certain price attract the attention of induce or persuade
increased blood in an organ or other body part
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the recipient of funds or other benefits the semantic role of the intended recipient who benefits from the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
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a flight of stairs or a flight of steps the course along which a person has walked or is walking in any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal the distance covered by a step the act of changing location by raising the foot and setting it down support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway relative position in a graded series a short distance the sound of a step of someone walking a musical interval of two semitones a mark of a foot or shoe on a surface a solid block joined to the beams in which the heel of a ship's mast or capstan is fixed a sequence of foot movements that make up a particular dance shift or move by taking a step put down or press the foot, place the foot cause (a computer) to execute a single command treat badly furnish with steps move with one's feet in a specific manner walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner place (a ship's mast) in its step measure (distances) by pacing move or proceed as if by steps into a new situation
a state of poor nutrition; can result from insufficient or excessive or unbalanced diet or from inability to absorb foods
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a gastrointestinal hormone that stimulates the secretion of water and bicarbonate from the pancreas and bile ducts whenever the stomach empties too much acid into the small intestine
a gastrointestinal hormone that stimulates the secretion of pancreatic enzymes and the contraction and emptying of the gall bladder; its release is stimulated by the presence of fatty acids and amino acids in the small intestine
symptom consisting of a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue
an unrestrained expression of emotion flow under pressure
promoting or enhancing well-being
an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature; it is something that nobody can take away" location near or direction toward the right side; i.e. the side to the south when a person or object faces east the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's right those who support political or social or economic conservatism; those who believe that things are better left unchanged the hand that is on the right side of the body a turn toward the side of the body that is on the south when the person is facing east anything in accord with principles of justice (frequently plural) the interest possessed by law or custom in some intangible thing make reparations or amends for put in or restore to an upright position regain an upright or proper position make right or correct being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the east when facing north free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth socially right or correct in conformance with justice or law or morality correct in opinion or judgment appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs of or belonging to the political or intellectual right in or into a satisfactory condition intended for the right hand in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure having the axis perpendicular to the base (of the side of cloth or clothing) facing or intended to face outward most suitable or right for a particular purpose precisely accurate precisely, exactly immediately exactly toward or on the right; also used figuratively in the right manner an interjection expressing agreement completely (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree in accordance with moral or social standards in an accurate manner
past times (especially in the phrase `in days of old') (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age of long duration; not new (used for emphasis) very familiar skilled through long experience belonging to some prior time (used informally especially for emphasis) of a very early stage in development just preceding something else in time or order
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(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively the body of citizens of a state or country members of a family line the common people generally fill with people furnish with people
the state of being predominant over others the quality of being more noticeable than anything else
male sex hormone that is produced in the testes and responsible for typical male sexual characteristics
a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting the amount by which a propagating wave is bent the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position the property of being bent or deflected a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
pertaining to the formation of blood or blood cells
acidosis with an accumulation of ketone bodies; occurs primarily in diabetes mellitus
a cell from which connective tissue develops
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the lower side of anything the lowest part of anything the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on the second half of an inning; while the home team is at bat a depression forming the ground under a body of water low-lying alluvial land near a river a cargo ship provide with a bottom or a seat strike the ground, as with a ship's bottom come to understand situated at the bottom or lowest position the lowest rank
the ratio of the volume occupied by packed red blood cells to the volume of the whole blood as measured by a hematocrit a measuring instrument to determine (usually by centrifugation) the relative amounts of corpuscles and plasma in the blood
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide tending to bring about; being partly responsible for
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a human being a single organism
the outside boundary or surface of something
a vest pocket to hold a pocket watch an adornment that hangs from a watch chain short chain or ribbon attaching a pocket watch to a man's vest deceive somebody
an exercise device consisting of an endless belt on which a person can walk or jog without changing place a mill that is powered by men or animals walking on a circular belt or climbing steps a job involving drudgery and confinement
any compound containing the nitrate group (such as a salt or ester of nitric acid) treat with nitric acid, so as to change an organic compound into a nitrate
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a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items be a substitute act as a substitute
abnormally swollen or knotty
a calcium blocker (trade name Cardizem) used in treating hypertension or angina or heart failure
a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge of or relating to the teeth of or relating to dentistry
disintegration and dissolution of dead tissue
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put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items be a substitute act as a substitute
the act of moving from one place to another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another continuously varying changing position or direction (of soil) unstable
a very slender natural or synthetic fiber the stalk of a stamen a threadlike structure (as a chainlike series of cells) a thin wire (usually tungsten) that is heated white hot by the passage of an electric current
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susceptibility to a pathogen an inclination beforehand to interpret statements in a particular way a disposition in advance to react in a particular way
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the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents a piece of paper money worth one dollar a United States coin worth one dollar a symbol of commercialism or greed
composed of animal fat
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any of the scrolled spongy bones of the nasal passages in man and other vertebrates
engage in carry out or perform an action get (something) done proceed or get along give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity create or design, often in a certain way behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself spend time in prison or in a labor camp carry on or function arrange attractively travel or traverse (a distance) having finished or arrived at completion cooked until ready to serve
be without
to a small degree or extent in a slim or slender manner
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a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it) you soak and wash your body in a bathtub a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body an ancient Hebrew liquid measure equal to about 10 gallons a town in southwestern England on the River Avon; famous for its hot springs and Roman remains a room (as in a residence) containing a bathtub or shower and usually a washbasin and toilet clean one's body by immersion into water
raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again located or moved above the surround or above the normal position embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery increased in amount or degree
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true (music) the presentation of a musical theme a nonverbal message the act of affirming or asserting or stating something (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program a document showing credits and debits
surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of superoxide into hydrogen peroxide and oxygen someone who engages in anal copulation (especially a male who engages in anal copulation with another male) an informal British term for a youth or man cover with sod
a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry skillful performance or ability without difficulty a natural effortlessness something designed and created to serve a particular function and to afford a particular convenience or service a service that an organization or a piece of equipment offers you
an excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine cutting down to the desired size or shape the act of clipping or snipping sever or remove by pinching or snipping run at a moderately swift pace attach with a clip cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent
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the amount a salary is increased an upward slope or grade (as in a road) increasing the size of a bet (as in poker) the act of raising something raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again
any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent loss of excess weight (as by dieting); becoming slimmer cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight
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having or exhibiting a single clearly defined meaning admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding; having only one meaning or interpretation and leading to only one conclusion
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers the underlying structure
the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities aiding the cause or policy or interests of something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission documentary validation the financial means whereby one lives supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts any device that bears the weight of another thing financial resources provided to make some project possible give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to support materially or financially be behind; approve of be the physical support of; carry the weight of establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts adopt as a belief support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm argue or speak in defense of play a subordinate role to (another performer) be a regular customer or client of put up with something or somebody unpleasant
without variation or change, in every case without interruption
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the extent of something from side to side
sudden and severe
issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end have as a result or residue come about or follow as a consequence
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an institution created to conduct business small military unit; usually two or three platoons the state of being with someone organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) a social or business visitor a social gathering of guests or companions a band of people associated temporarily in some activity crew of a ship including the officers; the whole force or personnel of a ship a unit of firefighters including their equipment be a companion to somebody
for therapeutic purposes
assign too low a value to make a deliberately low estimate make too low an estimate of
the verbal act of offering something offered (as a proposal or bid) a usually brief attempt make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape
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in a conclusive way
a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person tending to soothe or tranquilize
half of the terrestrial globe half of a sphere either half of the cerebrum
consolidating two or more things; union in (or into) one body learning (of values or attitudes etc.) that is incorporated within yourself including by incorporating
an estimation that is too low; an estimate that is less than the true or actual value assign too low a value to make a deliberately low estimate make too low an estimate of
examination of the interior of an eye using an ophthalmoscope
an external body part that projects from the body an extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease) the greatest or utmost degree the outermost or farthest region or point that part of a limb that is farthest from the torso
the region that is inside of something the inner or enclosed surface of something relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space being or applying to the inside of a building confined to an exclusive group away from the outer edge within a building on the inside with respect to private feelings in reality
(ophthalmology) eyesight abnormality resulting from the eye's faulty refractive ability; distant objects appear blurred
having strength or power greater than average or expected not faint or feeble having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with of good quality and condition; solidly built of verbs not having standard (or regular) inflection being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content freshly made or left strong and sure
an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase `left to your own devices' an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect any clever maneuver any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) an emblematic design (especially in heraldry)
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the act or process of complicating a situation or condition that is complex or confused any disease or disorder that occurs during the course of (or because of) another disease a development that complicates a situation puzzling complexity
of or relating to an embolism or embolus
a minute vein continuous with a capillary
an antiviral drug (trade name Retrovir) used in the treatment of AIDS; adverse side effects include liver damage and suppression of the bone marrow
the quality of being specific rather than general the quality of being specific to a particular organism
of or pertaining to large bone marrow cells
move faster cause to move faster
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a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
a young person, not fully developed of or relating to or characteristic of or appropriate for children or young people displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity
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be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of established beyond doubt
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a person loved by another person make steady support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace not subject to change or variation especially in behavior not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall securely in position; not shaky marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable relating to a person who does something regularly not easily excited or upset in a steady manner
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be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of established beyond doubt
a medicine that strengthens and invigorates a device for treating injury or disease tending to impart new life and vigor to promoting recuperation
have an existence, be extant support oneself
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a convincing explanation that reveals basic causes a system that provides quantitative information about finances the occupation of maintaining and auditing records and preparing financial reports for a business a bookkeeper's chronological list of related debits and credits of a business; forms part of a ledger of accounts a statement of recent transactions and the resulting balance be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something keep an account of to give an account or representation of in words furnish a justifying analysis or explanation
a form of address for a married woman a form of address for a man
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an unrestrained expression of emotion flow under pressure
travel across or pass over to cover or extend over an area or time period deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit
any of several malignant neoplasms (usually of the skin) consisting of melanocytes
expected to follow in the indefinite future from causes already operating
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure) a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale a lower limit the ground on which people and animals move about the bottom surface of any lake or other body of water the lower inside surface of any hollow structure the occupants of a floor the parliamentary right to address an assembly the legislative hall where members debate and vote and conduct other business a large room in a exchange where the trading is done surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off knock down with force
supply nerves to (some organ or body part) stimulate to action
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become less tense, rest, or take one's ease make less taut become loose or looser or less tight cause to feel relaxed become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner make less severe or strict become less severe or strict make less active or fast
impregnate, combine, or supply with oxygen
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with respect to geography
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of or producing or containing serum
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play what something is used for normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting
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take something or somebody with oneself somewhere cause to come into a particular state or condition cause to happen or to occur as a consequence go or come after and bring or take back bring into a different state be accompanied by advance or set forth in court bestow a quality on be sold for a certain price attract the attention of induce or persuade
of or relating to an activity that is passive and monotonous composed of vegetation or plants relating to involuntary bodily functions (of reproduction) characterized by asexual processes
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deal illegally trade or deal a commodity
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a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process a type of product a person who poses for a photographer or painter or sculptor representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) something to be imitated someone worthy of imitation a representative form or pattern a woman who wears clothes to display fashions the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of
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semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin
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insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing cover with a primer; apply a primer to fill with priming liquid assume a prim appearance contract one's lips dress primly (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
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separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument make by cutting into come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the intended meaning of a communication giving or marked by complete attention to
warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings the flesh of a bird or fowl (wild or domestic) used as food informal terms for a (young) woman a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers watch and study birds in their natural habitat
something that is likely to vary; something that is subject to variation a quantity that can assume any of a set of values a star that varies noticeably in brightness a symbol (like x or y) that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a variable quantity liable to or capable of change marked by diversity or difference (used of a device) designed so that a property (as e.g. light) can be varied
a long truck for carrying motor vehicles a crane for moving material with dispatch as in loading and unloading ships a moving belt that transports objects (as in a factory)
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the organic process in which the substance of some differentiated structure that has been produced by the body undergoes lysis and assimilation
a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure a container for holding liquids while drinking the quantity a glass will hold a small refracting telescope an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant a mirror; usually a ladies' dressing mirror glassware collectively furnish with glass scan (game in the forest) with binoculars enclose with glass put in a glass container become glassy or take on a glass-like appearance
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depending on free oxygen or air based on or using the principles of aerobics; enhancing respiratory and circulatory efficiency
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an instance or single occasion for some event a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) a suitable moment the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past a person's experience on a particular occasion a reading of a point in time as given by a clock the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time
the act of applying force in order to move something away the force used in pushing enterprising or ambitious drive an electrical switch operated by pressing an effort to advance move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action make publicity for; try to sell (a product) strive and make an effort to reach a goal press against forcefully without moving approach a certain age or speed exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for sell or promote the sale of (illegal goods such as drugs) move strenuously and with effort make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby
have a conference in order to talk something over present
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a B vitamin that aids in body growth
of or relating to the function or production or secretion of urine of or relating to the urinary system of the body
supplying dry land with water by means of ditches etc (medicine) cleaning a wound or body organ by flushing or washing out with water or a medicated solution
a peptide containing 10 to more than 100 amino acids
a series of things depending on each other as if linked together (chemistry) a series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule) a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament (business) a number of similar establishments (stores or restaurants or banks or hotels or theaters) under one ownership anything that acts as a restraint a unit of length British biochemist (born in Germany) who isolated and purified penicillin, which had been discovered in 1928 by Sir Alexander Fleming (1906-1979) a series of hills or mountains a linked or connected series of objects a necklace made by a stringing objects together;  connect or arrange into a chain by linking fasten or secure with chains
someone who reads manuscripts and judges their suitability for publication a writer who reports and analyzes events of the day
put in motion or move to act make active or more active make more adsorptive aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter make (substances) radioactive (of sewage) treated with aeration and bacteria to aid decomposition (of e.g. a molecule) made reactive or more reactive rendered active; e.g. rendered radioactive or luminescent or photosensitive or conductive (military) set up and placed on active assignment
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the action of incorporating a racial or religious group into a community the act of combining into an integral whole an operation used in the calculus whereby the integral of a function is determined
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an irresistible urge to pull out your own hair
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having no symptoms of illness or disease
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a seat for one person, with a support for the back the position of professor the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization an instrument of execution by electrocution; resembles an ordinary seat for one person a particular seat in an orchestra act or preside as chair, as of an academic department in a university preside over
put in motion or move to act make active or more active make more adsorptive aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter make (substances) radioactive
an opening into or through something an opening deliberately made in or through something one playing period (from tee to green) on a golf course an unoccupied space a depression hollowed out of solid matter a fault informal terms for a difficult situation informal terms for the mouth hit the ball into the hole make holes in
addition of extra material or illustration or clarifying detail the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input (electronics) the act of increasing voltage or power or current
being one more than four
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of or relating to the philosophical study of causation relating to the etiology of a disease
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happening again (especially at regular intervals)
a highly malignant neoplasm derived from striated muscle
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the center of mass of an object of uniform density
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) a person's financial situation (good or bad) a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event information that should be kept in mind when making a decision formal ceremony about important occasions
a serviceman who has seen considerable active service a person who has served in the armed forces an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service
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the person or thing chosen or selected the act of choosing or selecting one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen of superior grade appealing to refined taste
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malignant tumor originating in glandular epithelium
a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually
a woman's close-fitting foundation garment continuing or remaining in a place or state the state of inactivity following an interruption a judicial order forbidding some action until an event occurs or the order is lifted a thin strip of metal or bone that is used to stiffen a garment (e.g. a corset) (nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar stay the same; remain in a certain state stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" dwell continue in a place, position, or situation remain behind stop or halt stay behind hang on during a trial of endurance stop a judicial process fasten with stays overcome or allay
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claim as due or just take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs marked by strict and particular and complete accordance with fact (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct
a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour an indefinitely short time a particular point in time a unit of angular distance equal to a 60th of a degree a short note distance measured by the time taken to cover it infinitely or immeasurably small characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination
an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity
the longest and thickest bone of the human skeleton; extends from the pelvis to the knee
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a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an occasion for excessive eating or drinking the act of tearing separate or cause to separate abruptly to separate or be separated by force move quickly and violently strip of feathers fill with tears or shed tears
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turn or place at an angle having an oblique or slanting direction or position
the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty permission to do something the act of departing politely go away from a place go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness act or be so as to become in a specified state leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking move out of or depart from make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain have as a result or residue remove oneself from an association with or participation in put into the care or protection of someone leave or give by will after one's death have left or have as a remainder be survived by after one's death transmit (knowledge or skills) leave behind unintentionally
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a symptom of allergic states; increased eosinophils in the blood
of or relating to eosinophil
a cooperative unit (especially in sports) two or more draft animals that work together to pull something form a team
a large number or amount weight to be borne or conveyed a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time goods carried by a large vehicle an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate the power output of a generator or power plant an onerous or difficult concern a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents electrical device to which electrical power is delivered fill or place a load on provide (a device) with something necessary transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory put (something) on a structure or conveyance corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
a specialist who administers an anesthetic to a patient before he is treated
(often followed by `of') not aware
keep from happening or arising; make impossible stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
an event that happens an instance of something occurring
a collection of tools and other articles used by an artisan to make jewelry or clothing or shoes the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation the decision of a court on issues of fact or law something that is found come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation
not worthy of notice signifying nothing of little importance or influence or power; of minor status devoid of importance, meaning, or force
a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines
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the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future) a statement made about the future
a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) a public display of a message any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided (medicine) any objective evidence of the presence of a disorder or disease having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric charges) an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come a gesture that is part of a sign language a fundamental linguistic unit linking a signifier to that which is signified a character indicating a relation between quantities mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation be engaged by a written agreement engage by written agreement communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs place signs, as along a road communicate in sign language make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate used of the language of the deaf
make longer become long or longer drawn out or made longer spatially
a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; `Great Britain' is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom
a salt of phosphoric acid carbonated drink with fruit syrup and a little phosphoric acid
the principal character in a work of fiction someone involved in a contest or battle (as in an agon) a muscle that contracts while another relaxes (biochemistry) a drug that can combine with a receptor on a cell to produce a physiological reaction
a small stalk bearing a single flower of an inflorescence; an ultimate division of a common peduncle
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give an education to create by training and teaching teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment
an iodine containing protein that is obtained from the thyroid gland and exhibits the general properties of the globulins
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a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
a flow of electricity through a conductor a steady flow of a fluid (usually from natural causes) dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas occurring in or belonging to the present time
relating to or affected by necrosis
the discharge of urine
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descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling decreasing in amount or degree becoming lower or less in degree or value coming down freely under the influence of gravity
the act of giving hope or support to someone an increase in cost the act of giving a push increase give a boost to; be beneficial to contribute to the progress or growth of increase or raise push or shove upward, as if from below or behind
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the quality of being similar or corresponding in position or value or structure or function
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very close or connected in space or time connecting without a break; within a common boundary having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching; Massachusetts and Conncecticut"
make less intense make numb or insensitive make dull or blunt make less sharp make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation made dull or blunt
the cognitive condition of someone who understands the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination know and comprehend the nature or meaning of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make sense of a language believe to be the case be understanding of characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy
a junction where two things (as paper or film or magnetic tape) have been joined together joint made by overlapping two ends and joining them together join the ends of perform a marriage ceremony join together so as to form new genetic combinations join by interweaving strands
(computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience the manner of speaking to another individual a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location the stance assumed by a golfer in preparation for hitting a golf ball social skill speak to give a speech to put an address on (an envelope) direct a question at someone address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name access or locate by address act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression speak to someone adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting
isolated from others lacking companions or companionship exclusive of anyone or anything else radically distinctive and without equal without any others being included or involved without anybody else or anything else
with a forward motion in accompaniment or as a companion to a more advanced state in addition (usually followed by `with') in line with a length or direction (often followed by `by' or `beside')
a radioactive transuranic element; discovered by bombarding americium with helium
fix firmly and stably secure a vessel with an anchor
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a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
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press or wedge together; pack together have an effect upon wedged or packed in together
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning give careful consideration to be a student of a certain subject learn by reading books; I must hit the books now" think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation
a red photopigment in the retinal rods of vertebrates; dissociates into retinene by light
under normal conditions
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put in effect to gain with effort highly skilled successfully completed or brought to an end settled securely and unconditionally
not producing an intended effect lacking in power or forcefulness lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
containing or consisting of or resembling bone marrow of or relating to the medulla oblongata of or relating to the medulla of any body part
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the condition of being polyploid
relating to or affecting the atria and ventricles of the heart
a detailed critical inspection applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) a written document describing the findings of some individual or group a state of deep mental absorption a room used for reading and writing and studying a branch of knowledge preliminary drawing for later elaboration attentive consideration and meditation someone who memorizes quickly and easily (as the lines for a part in a play) a composition intended to develop one aspect of the performer's technique consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning give careful consideration to be a student of a certain subject learn by reading books; I must hit the books now" think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
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the process of flowing in
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any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee assign a task to use to the limit
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device for converting analogue signals into digital signals
of or pertaining to adnexa
like better; value more highly select as an alternative over another promote over another give preference to one creditor over another
capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning based on known statements or events or conditions marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner
characterized by the absence of alcohol
a poliovirus vaccine consisting of inactivated polio virus that is injected subcutaneously to provide immunity to poliomyelitis
either of a pair of thick-walled tubes that carry urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder
type genus of the Canidae: domestic and wild dogs; wolves; jackals
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pass through
a mine or quarry that is being or has been worked exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion actively engaged in paid work adequate for practical use; especially sufficient in strength or numbers to accomplish something adopted as a temporary basis for further work (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing serving to permit or facilitate further work or activity
the primary form of an adjective or adverb; denotes a quality without qualification, comparison, or relation to increase or diminution a film showing a photographic image whose tones correspond to those of the original subject characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc. persuaded of; very sure involving advantage or good indicating existence or presence of a suspected condition or pathogen formally laid down or imposed impossible to deny or disprove of or relating to positivism reckoned, situated or tending in the direction which naturally or arbitrarily is taken to indicate increase or progress or onward motion greater than zero having a positive charge marked by excessive confidence
the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future) a statement made about the future
in a tight or constricted manner securely fixed or fastened
an expression that relates to anatomy of or relating to the structure of the body of or relating to the branch of morphology that studies the structure of organisms
be against; express opposition to fight against or resist strongly contrast with equal weight or force set into opposition or rivalry act against or in opposition to be resistant to being in opposition or having an opponent
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement a medium that disseminates moving pictures photographic material consisting of a base of celluloid covered with a photographic emulsion; used to make negatives or transparencies a thin coating or layer a thin sheet of (usually plastic and usually transparent) material used to wrap or cover things make a film or photograph of something record in film
three times as great or many having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities; public preaching and private influence"- R.W.Emerson by a factor of three
the act of reviving a person and returning them to consciousness
concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations concerned with theories rather than their practical applications
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cause to come to know personally bring something new to an environment introduce bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment bring in or establish in a new place or environment put or introduce into something bring before the public for the first time, as of an actor, song, etc. put before (a body) furnish with a preface or introduction be a precursor of
a slight wetness
medication (trade name Lopid) used to lower the levels of triglyceride in the blood
infections of the skin or nails caused by fungi and appearing as itching circular patches type genus of the Tineidae: clothes moths
be able to spare or give up be the cause or source of have the financial means to do something or buy something afford access to
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment appearing as such but not necessarily so
the quality of being valid and rigorous the quality of having legal force or effectiveness the property of being strong and healthy in constitution
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relating to or using sight visible; give me the ocular proof"- Shakespeare
reduce the level of land, as by erosion reduce in worth or character, usually verbally lower the grade of something; reduce its worth
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treat with an agent; add (an agent) to administer a drug to
a peptide containing 10 to more than 100 amino acids
superiority in power or influence a superiority in numbers or amount exceeding in heaviness; having greater weight
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a complex consisting of an organic base in association with hydrogen chloride
in an original manner with reference to the origin or beginning before now
become overloaded fill to excess so that function is impaired place too much a load on loaded past capacity
termination of pregnancy failure of a plan
relating to or characterized by an allantois
cause inflammation in catch fire cause to start burning arouse or excite feelings and passions become inflamed; get sore resulting from inflammation; hot and swollen and reddened lighted with red light as if with flames adorned with tongues of flame
(linguistics) omission at the beginning of a word as in `coon' for `raccoon' or `till' for `until' a procedure in which blood is drawn and separated into its components by dialysis; some are retained and the rest are returned to the donor by transfusion
relating to or existing on or affecting the skin
beliefs of a person or social group in which they have an emotional investment (either for or against something) a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed the quality (positive or negative) that renders something desirable or valuable the amount (of money or goods or services) that is considered to be a fair equivalent for something else relative darkness or lightness of a color (music) the relative duration of a musical note an ideal accepted by some individual or group fix or determine the value of; assign a value to hold dear regard highly; think much of evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of estimate the value of
high level of respect gained by impressive development or achievement (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot
accept as true; take to be true judge or regard; look upon; judge be confident about something follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer credit with veracity
beta blocker (trade name Lopressor) used in treating hypertension and angina and arrhythmia and acute myocardial infarction; has adverse side effects (depression and exacerbation of congestive heart failure etc.)
cause to become detached or separated; take off separate (a small unit) from a larger, especially for a special assignment come to be detached showing lack of emotional involvement being or feeling set or kept apart from others no longer connected or joined used of buildings; standing apart from others lacking affection or warm feeling not fixed in position
a hemoprotein composed of globin and heme that gives red blood cells their characteristic color; function primarily to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body tissues
a thermostat that operates at very low temperatures
someone who snores while sleeping
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a nuclease that cleaves nucleic acids at interior bonds and so produces fragments of various sizes
a thin flexible tube inserted into the body to permit introduction or withdrawal of fluids or to keep the passageway open
increasing gradually by regular degrees or additions
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make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
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a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)
the act of observing something (and sometimes keeping a record of it) keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance check, track, or observe by means of a receiver
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containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms of or relating to or caused by putrefaction
be worthy or deserving
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separate into parts or portions perform a division act as a barrier between; stand between come apart make a division or separation force, take, or pull apart separated into parts or pieces having a median strip or island between lanes of traffic moving in opposite directions distributed in portions (often equal) on the basis of a plan or purpose
an anticoagulant (trade name Coumadin) use to prevent and treat a thrombus or embolus
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a person who is immune to a particular infection relating to the condition of immunity secure against relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection) (usually followed by `to') not affected by a given influence
the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared the act of distinguishing by comparing differences a conceptual separation or distinction the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness) put in opposition to show or emphasize differences to show differences when compared; be different
of or like a cecum
most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied
a constant in the equation of a curve that can be varied to yield a family of similar curves any factor that defines a system and determines (or limits) its performance (computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program a quantity (such as the mean or variance) that characterizes a statistical population and that can be estimated by calculations from sample data
enter upon an activity or enterprise accept as a challenge promise to do or accomplish enter into a contractual arrangement accept as a charge
be owned by; be in the possession of be suitable or acceptable be in the right place or situation be rightly classified in a class or category be a member, adherent, inhabitant, etc. (of a group, organization, or place) be a part or adjunct
inquire into travel to or penetrate into examine minutely examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes
make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something causing one to believe the truth of something
the state of being sensitive (as to an antigen) (psychology) the process of becoming highly sensitive to specific events or situations (especially emotional events or situations) rendering an organism sensitive to a serum by a series of injections
of or relating to epidemiology
a point located with respect to surface features of some region a short section or illustration (as between radio or tv programs or in a magazine) that is often used for advertising an outstanding characteristic a blemish made by dirt a small contrasting part of something a section of an entertainment that is assigned to a specific performer or performance a business establishment for entertainment a job in an organization a slight attack of illness a small piece or quantity of something a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit) a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer a playing card with a specified number of pips on it to indicate its value an act that brings discredit to the person who does it catch sight of detect with the senses mar or impair with a flaw make a spot or mark onto become spotted mark with a spot or spots so as to allow easy recognition
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the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school the work of applying something;  a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin a diligent effort the action of putting something into operation
inquire into travel to or penetrate into examine minutely examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes
a new appraisal or evaluation
of or relating to the heart
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in accordance with truth or fact or reality by right with sincerity; without pretense in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers)
make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets
make a treatment inadvisable
the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense special emphasis attached to something difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension (physics) force that produces strain on a physical body to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent test the limits of
someone regarded as certain to succeed a notation cancelling a previous sharp or flat (craps) a first roll of 7 or 11 that immediately wins the stake in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature existing in or produced by nature; not artificial or imitation existing in or in conformity with nature or the observable world; neither supernatural nor magical functioning or occurring in a normal way; lacking abnormalities or deficiencies (of a musical note) being neither raised nor lowered by one chromatic semitone unthinking; prompted by (or as if by) instinct (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes related by blood; not adopted being talented through inherited qualities free from artificiality
either of two or more related or complementary variables to bear a reciprocal or mutual relation bring into a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relation mutually related
intentionally conceived knowing and perceiving; having awareness of surroundings and sensations and thoughts (followed by `of') showing realization or recognition of something
the United States intelligence agency that protects current and former presidents and vice presidents and their immediate families and protects distinguished foreign visitors; detects and apprehends counterfeiters; suppresses forgery of government securities and documents special police force in Nazi Germany founded as a personal bodyguard for Adolf Hitler in 1925; the SS administered the concentration camps 1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions) the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees a unit of conductance equal to the reciprocal of an ohm the 19th letter of the Roman alphabet (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity representing the amount of energy in a system that is no longer available for doing mechanical work
a soft silver-white or yellowish metallic element of the alkali metal group; turns yellow in air; occurs in celestite and strontianite the unit of solid angle adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
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any pathological hardening or thickening of tissue
a verbal act of admitting defeat the act of conceding or yielding be the cause or source of end resistance, as under pressure or force give or supply give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another give in, as to influence or pressure move in order to make room for someone for something cause to happen or be responsible for be willing to concede be fatally overwhelmed bring in be flexible under stress of physical force cease opposition; stop fighting consent reluctantly inclined to yield to argument or influence or control lacking stiffness and giving way to pressure tending to give in or surrender or agree
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a quarter of the circumference of a circle any of the four areas into which a plane is divided by two orthogonal coordinate axes the area enclosed by two perpendicular radii of a circle a measuring instrument for measuring altitude of heavenly bodies
a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and granite and quartz and sand; used as a semiconductor in transistors a complete metric system of units of measurement for scientists; fundamental quantities are length (meter) and mass (kilogram) and time (second) and electric current (ampere) and temperature (kelvin) and amount of matter (mole) and luminous intensity (candela) the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization
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an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling a handcart that has a frame with two low wheels and a ledge at the bottom and handles at the top; used to move crates or other heavy objects convey (goods etc.) by truck
a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide
a grey lustrous metallic element of the rare earth group; is used in special alloys; occurs in monazite and bastnasite a master's degree in science
increase in size, magnitude, number, or intensity become filled with pride, arrogance, or anger expand abnormally come up (as of feelings and thoughts, or other ephemeral things) come up, as of a liquid cause to become swollen characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
a white trivalent metallic element; sometimes classified in the rare earth group; occurs in the Scandinavian mineral thortveitite a state in the Deep South; one of the original 13 colonies a permanent council of the United Nations; responsible for preserving world peace
a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol clarity of outline
Nazi militia created by Hitler in 1921 that helped him to power but was eclipsed by the SS after 1943
cause to move by pulling direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes move into a certain direction apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion perform an act, usually with a negative connotation bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover steer into a certain direction strain abnormally cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense operate when rowing a boat rein in to keep from winning a race tear or be torn violently hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing strip of feathers remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for take away
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pertaining to the formation of blood or blood cells
a state in north central United States
the distance (measured in the direction of propagation) between two points in the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave a shared orientation leading to mutual understanding
(surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient) the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location lift and reset in another soil or situation be transplantable place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient transfer from one place or period to another
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a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by loss of consciousness and convulsions
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not adequate to give satisfaction not acceptable; not welcome used of persons or their behavior not conforming to standard usage; `You can access your cash at any of 300 automatic tellers'"
a late time of life a prolonged period of time the time during which someone's life continues a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun a body of students who graduate together
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings a connected series of events or actions or developments general line of orientation a mode of action a line or route along which something travels or moves a body of students who are taught together part of a meal served at one time (construction) a layer of masonry facility consisting of a circumscribed area of land or water laid out for a sport move swiftly through or over move along, of liquids hunt with hounds as might be expected
a happening that is distinctive in a series of related events a brief section of a literary or dramatic work that forms part of a connected series a part of a broadcast serial film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie
the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation the testing of an idea a venture at something new or different to conduct a test or investigation try something new, as in order to gain experience
in the direction opposite to the rotation of the hands of a clock in a direction opposite to the direction in which the hands of a clock move
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not encouraging or approving or pleasing (of winds or weather) tending to hinder or oppose not favorable
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an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others an inclination to do something a characteristic likelihood of or natural disposition toward a certain condition or character or effect a general direction in which something tends to move
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confinement of a prisoner in isolation from other prisoners one who lives in solitude characterized by or preferring solitude of plants and animals; not growing or living in groups or colonies lacking companions or companionship being the only one; single and isolated from others devoid of creatures
one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree (astronomy) the circumferential edge of the apparent disc of the sun or the moon or a planet either of the two halves of a bow from handle to tip the graduated arc that is attached to an instrument for measuring angles any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm
reason by deduction; establish by deduction obtain come from develop or evolve from a latent or potential state come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example
the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb the part of a glove that provides a covering for the thumb a convex molding having a cross section in the form of a quarter of a circle or of an ellipse travel by getting free rides from motorists look through a book or other written material feel or handle with the fingers
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense extended meanings; especially of psychological heat; marked by intensity or vehemence especially of passion or enthusiasm (color) bold and intense sexually excited or exciting recently stolen or smuggled very fast; capable of quick response and great speed wanted by the police producing a burning sensation on the taste nerves performed or performing with unusually great skill and daring and energy very popular or successful very unpleasant or even dangerous newest or most recent having or bringing unusually good luck very good; often used in the negative newly made having or showing great eagerness or enthusiasm of a seeker; very near to the object sought having or dealing with dangerously high levels of radioactivity charged or energized with electricity marked by excited activity
a change downward a process of becoming smaller or shorter the amount by which something decreases the act of decreasing or reducing something decrease in size, extent, or range make smaller
an oral beta blocker (trade name Visken) used in treating hypertension
an impression that something might be the case doubt about someone's honesty the state of being suspected being of a suspicious nature
form or compose create and charge with a task or function to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" set up or lay the groundwork for
a unit of pressure equal to 0.001316 atmosphere; named after Torricelli
decrease in size, extent, or range make smaller made less in size or amount or degree
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a period of 10 years the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
the act of causing something to happen
with modesty; in a modest manner
the readily stainable substance of a cell nucleus consisting of DNA and RNA and various proteins; during mitotic division it condenses into chromosomes
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a person who receives something the semantic role of the animate entity that is passively involved in the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
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a leukocyte readily stained with eosin
located near the base of the neck
originating where it is found
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anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove the number of wins versus losses and ties a team has had the sum of recognized accomplishments a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone an extreme attainment; the best (or worst) performance ever attested (as in a sport) a document that can serve as legal evidence of a transaction a list of crimes for which an accused person has been previously convicted make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
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sequence of a gene's DNA that transcribes into protein structures
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keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics provide funds complementary to bring two objects, ideas, or people together be equal to in quality or ability make correspond or harmonize satisfy or fulfill give or join in marriage set into opposition or rivalry be equal or harmonize make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching provided with a worthy adversary or competitor going well together; possessing harmonizing qualities
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a histamine blocker and antacid (trade name Zantac) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint the 17th letter of the Hebrew alphabet
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the prevention of disease
set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on
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the process of forming semisolid lumps in a liquid
arrange or order by classes or categories declare unavailable, as for security reasons assign to a class or kind
a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart a distinctive style or manner any of the vascular bundles or ribs that form the branching framework of conducting and supporting tissues in a leaf or other plant organ a layer of ore between layers of rock one of the horny ribs that stiffen and support the wing of an insect make a veinlike pattern
an unstable order unreliability attributable to being unstable a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium the quality or attribute of being unstable and irresolute
one of four equal parts a district of a city having some distinguishing character (football, professional basketball) one of four divisions into which some games are divided a unit of time equal to 15 minutes or a quarter of an hour one of four periods into which the school year is divided a fourth part of a year; three months one of the four major division of the compass a quarter of a hundredweight (25 pounds) a quarter of a hundredweight (28 pounds) a United States or Canadian coin worth one fourth of a dollar an unspecified person the rear part of a ship piece of leather that comprises the part of a shoe or boot covering the heel and joining the vamp clemency or mercy shown to a defeated opponent provide housing for (military personnel) pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him divide into quarters divide by four; divide into quarters
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken make amends for; pay compensation for move, travel, or proceed toward some place set straight or right give new life or energy to
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(geometry) a plane rectangle with four equal sides and four right angles; a four-sided regular polygon the product of two equal terms an open area at the meeting of two or more streets something approximating the shape of a square someone who doesn't understand what is going on a formal and conservative person with old-fashioned views any artifact having a shape similar to a plane geometric figure with four equal sides and four right angles a hand tool consisting of two straight arms at right angles; used to construct or test right angles make square raise to the second power cause to match, as of ideas or acts position so as to be square be compatible with pay someone and settle a debt turn the paddle; in canoeing turn the oar, while rowing having four equal sides and four right angles or forming a right angle characterized by honesty and fairness providing abundant nourishment leaving no balance without evasion or compromise rigidly conventional or old-fashioned in a straight direct way in a square shape firmly and solidly
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come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up burst outward, usually with noise move suddenly, energetically, or violently be in a state of movement or action emerge suddenly cause to burst break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
make revisions in revise or reorganize, especially for the purpose of updating and improving improved or brought up to date altered or revised by rephrasing or by adding or deleting material
any of various members of the genus Bos of or relating to or belonging to the genus Bos (cattle) dull and slow-moving and stolid; like an ox
a productive insight making an important discovery a penetration of a barrier such as an enemy's defense
be obliged to pay or repay be indebted to, in an abstract or intellectual sense be in debt owed as a debt
a movement into or inward the act of entering to come or go into become a participant; be involved in register formally as a participant or member be or play a part of or in make a record of; set down in permanent form come on stage take on duties or office put or introduce into something set out on (an enterprise or subject of study)
with respect to sexuality by sexual means
toxic antimetabolite that limits cellular reproduction by acting as an antagonist to folic acid; used to treat certain cancers and psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis
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the appearance of the chromosomal makeup of a somatic cell in an individual or species (including the number and arrangement and size and structure of the chromosomes)
swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities
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make square raise to the second power cause to match, as of ideas or acts position so as to be square be compatible with pay someone and settle a debt turn the paddle; in canoeing turn the oar, while rowing having been made square
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accompanied by or of the nature of paroxysms
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in a serious manner to a severe or serious degree
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. an emotional wound or shock often having long-lasting effects
hormone produced early in pregnancy by the placenta; detection in the urine and serum is the basis for one kind of pregnancy test
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make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement directions for making something a conventionalized statement expressing some fundamental principle a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements something regarded as a normative example a liquid food for infants (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems
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with chemicals with respect to chemistry
a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money sell one's body; exchange sex for money
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someone who practices homosexuality; having a sexual attraction to persons of the same sex sexually attracted to members of your own sex
the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros a very large indefinite number (usually hyperbole) (in Roman numerals, M written with a macron over it) denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000,000 items or units
draw deep into the lungs in by breathing draw in (air)
a future prospect or potential capability of existing or happening or being true a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a possible alternative
to a degree (not used with a negative) to the greatest extent; completely of an unusually noticeable or exceptional or remarkable kind (not used with a negative) actually or truly or to an extreme
a signal that encodes something (e.g., picture or sound) that has been recorded the act of making a record (especially an audio record) a storage device on which information (sounds or images) have been recorded make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
make more complicated make more complex, intricate, or richer difficult to analyze or understand
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making an additional point; anyway; besides, we can't afford it" in addition
a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving a central cohesive source of support and stability a television reporter who coordinates a broadcast to which several correspondents contribute fix firmly and stably secure a vessel with an anchor
a dispenser that produces a chemical vapor to be inhaled in order to relieve nasal congestion
something left after other parts have been taken away the part of the dividend that is left over when the dividend is not evenly divisible by the divisor the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold sell cheaply as remainders
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven being ten more than sixty
activity leading to skilled behavior the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) create by training and teaching undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control educate for a future role or function teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it travel by rail or train drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground
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a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things caused by or suggestive of psychological compulsion strongly motivated to succeed
setting an order and time for planned events creating a sequence of instructions to enable the computer to do something arrange a program of or for write a computer program
someone new to a field or activity someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field people who have been introduced to the mysteries of some field or activity bring into being take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite bring up a topic for discussion set in motion, start an event or prepare the way for
imposing in size or bulk or solidity being the same substance throughout imposing in scale or scope or degree or power consisting of great mass; containing a great quantity of matter
an established line of travel or access an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation send documents or materials to appropriate destinations send via a specific route divert in a specified direction cause to flee dig with the snout make a groove in defeat disastrously
savory dressings for salads; basically of two kinds: either the thin French or vinaigrette type or the creamy mayonnaise type a mixture of seasoned ingredients used to stuff meats and vegetables making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure a cloth covering for a wound or sore processes in the conversion of rough hides into leather the activity of getting dressed; putting on clothes the act of applying a bandage put on clothes provide with clothes or put clothes on put a finish on dress in a certain manner dress or groom with elaborate care kill and prepare for market or consumption arrange in ranks decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods provide with decoration put a dressing on cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut down rough-hewn (lumber) to standard thickness and width convert into leather apply a bandage or medication to give a neat appearance to arrange attractively
an inactive form of plasmin that occurs in plasma and is converted to plasmin by organic solvents
lack of attention and due care the state of something that has been unused and neglected willful lack of care and attention the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances leave undone or leave out fail to do something; leave something undone fail to attend to give little or no attention to
the act of shooting a gun
an act of economizing; reduction in cost recovery or preservation from loss or danger the activity of protecting something from loss or danger save from ruin, destruction, or harm to keep up and reserve for personal or special use bring into safety spend less; buy at a reduced price accumulate money for future use make unnecessary an expenditure or effort save from sins refrain from harming spend sparingly, avoid the waste of retain rights to record data on a computer bringing about salvation or redemption from sin characterized by thriftiness
refuse to acknowledge bar from attention or consideration fail to notice give little or no attention to be ignorant of or in the dark about disregarded
situated farthest from point of attachment or origin, as of a limb or bone directed away from the midline or mesial plane of the body
English surgeon (1755-1824) British historian noted for ridicule of bureaucracies (1909-1993)
the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number a single person or thing used of a single unit or thing; not two or more having the indivisible character of a unit of the same kind or quality used informally as an intensifier indefinite in time or position being a single entity made by combining separate components eminent beyond or above comparison
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the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and contraction with changes in pressure and temperature; the ability to diffuse readily; and the spontaneous tendency to become distributed uniformly throughout any container a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal a pedal that controls the throttle valve a fossil fuel in the gaseous state; used for cooking and heating homes attack with gas; subject to gas fumes show off
of or relating to the formation of red blood cells
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a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water where the air is unconfined a tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play information that has become public cause to open or to become open start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning become open begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. spread out or open from a closed or folded state make available become available have an opening or passage or outlet make the opening move afford access to display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer affording unobstructed entrance and exit; not shut or closed affording free passage or access with no protection or shield open to or in view of all used of mouth or eyes not having been filled accessible to all not defended or capable of being defended (of textures) full of small openings or gaps having no protecting cover or enclosure (set theory) of an interval that contains neither of its endpoints not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought not sealed or having been unsealed without undue constriction as from e.g. tenseness or inhibition ready or willing to receive favorably open and observable; not secret or hidden not requiring union membership possibly accepting or permitting affording free passage or view openly straightforward and direct without reserve or secretiveness ready for business
give a summary (of) be a summary of
a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging contrive (a plan) by mutual agreement settle by agreement
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts an incorporated administrative district established by state charter people living in a large densely populated municipality
capable of being treated by surgical operation fit or ready for use or service usable for a specific purpose
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a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person a small amount of solid food; a mouthful a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin a light informal meal (angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait wit having a sharp and caustic quality a strong odor or taste property the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws a portion removed from the whole to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort penetrate or cut, as with a knife deliver a sting to
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in or relating to or obtained from urine
in an anterior direction
be a signal for or a symptom of indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively to state or express briefly give evidence of suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number being one more than one
a quantity that does not vary a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context
writing done with a typewriter write by means of a keyboard with types identify as belonging to a certain type
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a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships give a structure to
add a buffer (a solution) protect from impact
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a sugar extracted from wood or straw; used in foods for diabetics
a man-made object taken as a whole
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of or relating to meiosis
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
abnormal increase in number of cells
of or relating to the vulva
lower someone's spirits; make downhearted lower (prices or markets) cause to drop or sink press down lessen the activity or force of lower than previously flattened downward as if pressed from above or flattened along the dorsal and ventral surfaces filled with melancholy and despondency
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a city in northwestern Turkey a small fluid-filled sac located between movable parts of the body especially at joints
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the time yet to come a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the future bulk commodities bought or sold at an agreed price for delivery at a specified future date yet to be or coming effective in or looking toward the future (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving a verb tense or other formation referring to events or states that have not yet happened
abnormally low blood sugar usually resulting from excessive insulin or a poor diet
evaluate by comparing with a standard cause to conform to standard or norm brought into conformity with a standard capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability
make or mark or treat as individual make personal or more personal made for or directed or adjusted to a particular individual
an autoimmune disease that affects the blood vessels and connective tissue; fibrous connective tissue is deposited in the skin genus of poisonous fungi having hard-skinned fruiting bodies: false truffles
of or relating to a diastole or happening during a diastole
speak to give a speech to put an address on (an envelope) direct a question at someone address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name access or locate by address act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression speak to someone adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
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break or cause to break into pieces having been divided; having the unity destroyed
an enclosed space a case or sheath especially a pollen sac or moss capsule a member of the Algonquian people formerly living in Wisconsin in the Fox River valley and on the shores of Green Bay a structure resembling a bag in an animal
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense undergo a transformation or a change of position or action undergo a change or development cause to move around or rotate change to the contrary pass to the other side of pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become let (something) fall or spill from a container move around an axis or a center cause to move around a center so as to show another side of to send or let go to break and turn over earth especially with a plow shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel change color twist suddenly so as to sprain cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics accomplish by rotating get by buying and selling cause to move along an axis or into a new direction channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form alter the functioning or setting of direct at someone have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to go sour or spoil become officially one year older moved around an axis or center in an unpalatable state
comparatively large neuroglial cell
a long-acting barbiturate used as a sedative
to put down by force or authority limit the range or extent of limit, block, or decrease the action or function of control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior
United States slave and insurrectionist who in 1831 led a rebellion of slaves in Virginia; he was captured and executed (1800-1831) United States endocrinologist (1892-1970) English landscape painter whose treatment of light and color influenced the French impressionists (1775-1851) United States historian who stressed the role of the western frontier in American history (1861-1951) a tumbler who is a member of a turnverein a lathe operator one of two persons who swing ropes for jumpers to skip over in the game of jump rope cooking utensil having a flat flexible part and a long handle; used for turning or serving food
a watery solution of sugars, salts, and minerals that circulates through the vascular system of a plant a person who lacks good judgment a piece of metal covered by leather with a flexible handle; used for hitting people deplete excavate the earth beneath
a condensed but memorable saying embodying some important fact of experience that is taken as true by many people hand tool having a toothed blade for cutting a power tool for cutting wood cut with a saw perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to
a consonant pronounced with aspiration remove as if by suction pronounce with aspiration; of stop sounds suck in (air)
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not meant or adapted for a particular purpose not capable of being applied not conducive to good moral development not worthy of being chosen (especially as a spouse)
a state in north central United States
a diluted solution weakening (reducing the concentration) by the addition of water or a thinner
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a brief written record a short personal letter a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound a tone of voice that shows what the speaker is feeling a characteristic emotional quality a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) a comment or instruction (usually added) high status importance owing to marked superiority a promise to pay a specified amount on demand or at a certain time make mention of notice or perceive observe with care or pay close attention to make a written note of
an abnormal inward (forward) curvature of the vertebral column
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the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property the act of photographing a scene or part of a scene without interruption carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness
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contribute to the progress or growth of inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to spur on inspired with confidence
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become less tense, rest, or take one's ease make less taut become loose or looser or less tight cause to feel relaxed become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner make less severe or strict become less severe or strict make less active or fast without strain or anxiety
an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence make an alteration to insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby remove the ovaries of changed in form or character without becoming something else having testicles or ovaries removed changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose
a word that expresses a meaning opposed to the meaning of another word, in which case the two words are antonyms of each other a relation of direct opposition a contestant that you are matched against something inverted in sequence or character or effect being directly across from each other; facing of leaves etc; growing in pairs on either side of a stem moving or facing away from each other the other one of a complementary pair altogether different in nature or quality or significance characterized by opposite extremes; completely opposed directly facing each other
(chemistry) an ionic compound that resists changes in its pH a neutral zone between two rival powers that is created in order to diminish the danger of conflict an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track (computer science) a part of RAM used for temporary storage of data that is waiting to be sent to a device; used to compensate for differences in the rate of flow of data between components of a computer system a power tool used to buff surfaces a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact an implement consisting of soft material mounted on a block; used for polishing (as in manicuring) add a buffer (a solution) protect from impact of the yellowish-beige color of buff leather
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be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar
(physics and chemistry) the simplest structural unit of an element or compound (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything
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hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee
English pathologist who discovered the cause of trichinosis (1814-1899)
put or introduce into something introduce fit snugly into insert casually
the ability to change (or be changed) to fit changed circumstances
restrictive of action
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a statistic describing the location of a distribution (sports) the ratio of successful performances to opportunities an intermediate scale value regarded as normal or usual amount to or come to an average, without loss or gain achieve or reach on average compute the average of approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered lacking exceptional quality or ability around the middle of a scale of evaluation relating to or constituting the most frequent value in a distribution relating to or constituting the middle value of an ordered set of values (or the average of the middle two in a set with an even number of values)
the pathological state resulting from the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms (phonetics) the alteration of a speech sound under the influence of a neighboring sound (medicine) the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms and their multiplication which can lead to tissue damage and disease an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted the communication of an attitude or emotional state among a number of people moral corruption or contamination (international law) illegality that taints or contaminates a ship or cargo rendering it liable to seizure
the act of applying force to propel something a mechanism by which force or power is transmitted in a machine a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end a road leading up to a private house the trait of being highly motivated hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver the act of driving a herd of animals overland a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile) a physiological state corresponding to a strong need or desire (computer science) a device that writes data onto or reads data from a storage medium a wide scenic road planted with trees (sports) a hard straight return (as in tennis or squash) operate or control a vehicle travel or be transported in a vehicle cause someone or something to move by driving force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically to compel or force or urge relentlessly or exert coercive pressure on, or motivate strongly cause to move back by force or influence compel somebody to do something, often against his own will or judgment push, propel, or press with force cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force strive and make an effort to reach a goal move into a desired direction of discourse have certain properties when driven work as a driver move by being propelled by a force urge forward proceed along in a vehicle strike with a driver, as in teeing off hit very hard, as by swinging a bat horizontally excavate horizontally cause to function by supplying the force or power for or by controlling hunting: search for game hunting: chase from cover into more open ground
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be successful; achieve a goal be in charge of, act on, or dispose of come to terms with watch and direct achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods carry on or function handle effectively
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a metric unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter
a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal) white crystalline form of especially sodium chloride used to season and preserve food negotiations between the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics opened in 1969 in Helsinki designed to limit both countries' stock of nuclear weapons the taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth add salt to sprinkle as if with salt add zest or liveliness to preserve with salt (of speech) painful or bitter
of a building having more than one level
the act of traveling by foot use one's feet to advance; advance by steps accompany or escort obtain a base on balls traverse or cover by walking give a base on balls to live or behave in a specified manner be or act in association with walk at a pace make walk take a walk; go for a walk; walk for pleasure close enough to be walked to
of or relating to words of or relating to dictionaries
a gene that disposes normal cells to change into cancerous tumor cells
textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency) a supplementary component that improves capability add as a supplement to what seems insufficient serve as a supplement to add to the very end
become widely known and passed on cause to become widely known cause be distributed move through a space, circuit or system, returning to the starting point move in circles cause to move in a circuit or system move around freely cause to move around passing from one to another
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occurring or existing at the same time or having the same period or phase (digital communication) pertaining to a transmission technique that requires a common clock signal (a timing reference) between the communicating devices in order to coordinate their transmissions
any admirable quality or attribute the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance) be worthy or deserving
failure of some tissue or organ to develop
an ancient country in southwestern Asia to the east of the Tigris River (in what is modern Iran); was known for its warlike people
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displaying a lack of consistency not capable of being made consistent or harmonious not in agreement
deficient in quantity or number compared with the demand only a very short time before
having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends; positive in his convictions" tending to spread quickly characteristic of an enemy or one eager to fight
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a position in a grammatical linguistic construction in which a variety of alternative units are interchangeable a small slit (as for inserting a coin or depositing mail) a time assigned on a schedule or agenda a position in a hierarchy or organization the trail of an animal (especially a deer) (computer) a socket in a microcomputer that will accept a plug-in circuit board a slot machine that is used for gambling assign a time slot
a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber) the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions a leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth
lose velocity; move more slowly become slow or slower cause to proceed more slowly not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time at a slow tempo slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity (used of timepieces) indicating a time earlier than the correct time so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness (of business) not active or brisk without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') of timepieces
the transmission of heat or electricity or sound
a thin membrane lining the closed cavities of the body; has two layers with a space between that is filled with serous fluid
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the act of admitting someone again
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds) a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart an occasion for excessive eating or drinking the act of tearing separate or cause to separate abruptly to separate or be separated by force move quickly and violently strip of feathers fill with tears or shed tears
any of various compounds composed of fatty acids and phosphoric acid and a nitrogenous base; an important constituent of membranes
one of the proteins into which actomyosin can be split; can exist in either a globular or a fibrous form
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provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose provide with abilities or understanding provided or fitted out with what is necessary or useful or appropriate provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority) prepared with proper equipment carrying weapons
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related to or infested with or transmitting parasitic worms especially filaria
the area of the states of North Carolina and South Carolina
a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc. a circuit consisting of two branches (4 arms arranged in a diamond configuration) across which a meter is connected something resembling a bridge in form or function the hard ridge that forms the upper part of the nose any of various card games based on whist for four players a wooden support that holds the strings up a denture anchored to teeth on either side of missing teeth the link between two lenses; rests on the nose an upper deck where a ship is steered and the captain stands connect or reduce the distance between make a bridge across cross over on a bridge
command with authority intend (something) to move towards a certain goal guide the actors in (plays and films) be in charge of take somebody somewhere cause to go somewhere point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" give directions to; point somebody into a certain direction specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public direct the course; determine the direction of travelling put an address on (an envelope) plan and direct (a complex undertaking) (often used in combination) having a specified direction manageable by a supervising agent
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a polymer of propylene used as a thermoplastic molding material
not similar not alike or similar marked by dissimilarity
not pregnant
relating to or concerned with the formation of admissible words in a language pertaining to geological structure relating to or concerned with the morphology of plants and animals
a place of business for retailing goods receptacle providing a place in a wiring system where current can be taken to run electrical devices an opening that permits escape or release activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion
look forward to the probable occurrence of
a cell or organism in which genetic recombination has occurred of or relating to recombinant DNA
show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for show to be right by providing justification or proof defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning let off the hook adjust the spaces between words having words so spaced that lines have straight even margins
resonance of protons to radiation in a magnetic field
available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems
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the context and environment in which something is set the state of the environment in which a situation exists arrangement of scenery and properties to represent the place where a play or movie is enacted the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event the physical position of something a table service for one person a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place
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relating to or caused by parasites of or pertaining to epenthesis of plants or persons; having the nature or habits of a parasite or leech; living off another
a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches
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happen or occur again return in thought or speech to something have recourse to
caused by or in response to pain
relating to the esophagus
the branch of medical science that treats disease or injury by operative procedures a room where a doctor or dentist can be consulted a room in a hospital equipped for the performance of surgical operations a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body
a vivid mental image the ability to see; the visual faculty the perceptual experience of seeing the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses a religious or mystical experience of a supernatural appearance
a painful inflammation of the big toe and foot caused by defects in uric acid metabolism resulting in deposits of the acid and its salts in the blood and joints
designed to be unfastened or disconnected without damage
weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance) become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude of an electrical signal; reduced in amplitude with little or no distortion reduced in strength
a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood
weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance) become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude
a brittle grey crystalline element that is a semiconducting metalloid (resembling silicon) used in transistors; occurs in germanite and argyrodite (Greek mythology) goddess of the earth and mother of Cronus and the Titans in ancient mythology
the branch of medical science that treats disease or injury by operative procedures a room where a doctor or dentist can be consulted a room in a hospital equipped for the performance of surgical operations a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body
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a pathology or abnormality of a joint
the act of receiving an acknowledgment (usually tangible) that payment has been made report the receipt of mark or stamp as paid
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies one of the British colonies that formed the United States a university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight an enclosure of residences and other building (especially in the Orient) make more intense, stronger, or more marked put or add together calculate principal and interest create by mixing or combining combine so as to form a whole; mix
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the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located) physical position in relation to the surroundings a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web assign a location to be seated be around, often idly or without specific purpose take a seat be in session assume a posture as for artistic purposes sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be located or situated somewhere work or act as a baby-sitter; I have too much homework to do" show to a seat; assign a seat for serve in a specific professional capacity
immunogen consisting of a suspension of weakened or dead pathogenic cells injected in order to stimulate the production of antibodies
(statistics) any of the 99 numbered points that divide an ordered set of scores into 100 parts each of which contains one-hundredth of the total
related to the suppression of normal menstrual flow for any reason other than pregnancy
a substance as germanium or silicon whose electrical conductivity is intermediate between that of a metal and an insulator; its conductivity increases with temperature and in the presence of impurities a conductor made with semiconducting material
have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon arousing affect
abnormally high alkalinity (low hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
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the use of spectroscopes to analyze spectra
something that is oriented vertically a vertical structural member as a post or stake at right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line relating to or involving all stages of a business from production to distribution upright in position or posture of or relating to different levels in a hierarchy (as levels of social class or income group)
a state or condition markedly different from the norm a disorder in one's mental state an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image
a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame the personnel of the film industry a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles a door that consists of a frame holding metallic or plastic netting; used to allow ventilation and to keep insects from entering a building through the open door partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
to put down by force or authority come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior put out of one's consciousness reduce the incidence or severity of or stop
attribute or credit to
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inflammation of a bone as a consequence of infection or trauma or degeneration
of or relating to the philosophical study of causation relating to the etiology of a disease
any of several fat-soluble organic compounds having as a basis 17 carbon atoms in four rings; many have important physiological effects any hormone affecting the development and growth of sex organs
an airplane powered by one or more jet engines the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) a hard black form of lignite that takes a brilliant polish and is used in jewelry or ornamentation atmospheric discharges (lasting 10 msec) bursting from the tops of giant storm clouds in blue cones that widen as they flash upward street names for ketamine an artificially produced flow of water issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth fly a jet plane
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to put down by force or authority come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior put out of one's consciousness reduce the incidence or severity of or stop kept from public knowledge by various means;  manifesting or subjected to suppression held in check with difficulty
make denser, stronger, or purer direct one's attention on something make central make more concise draw together or meet in one common center compress or concentrate be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left gathered together or made less diffuse of or relating to a solution whose dilution has been reduced intensely focused (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source being the most concentrated solution possible at a given temperature; unable to dissolve still more of a substance
the size of something as given by the distance around it the boundary line encompassing an area or object the length of the closed curve of a circle
an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease
change to the contrary turn inside out or upside down rule against cancel officially reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
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a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `as' or `too' or `so' or `that'; amounting to a large but indefinite number
the state of being included the relation of comprising something any small intracellular body found within another (characteristic of certain diseases) the act of including
the act of dwelling in a place the position of physician who is receiving special training in a hospital (usually after completing an internship)
the feelings expressed on a person's face expression without words the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations the style of expressing yourself a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement (genetics) the process of expressing a gene a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit the act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing
a reference book that is published regularly once every year occurring or payable every year without missing a year
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keep or lay aside for future use find a place for and put away for storage
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either of two offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Gemini a waterfall in the Snake River in southern Idaho a duplicate copy duplicate or match bring two objects, ideas, or people together grow as twins give birth to twins being two identical
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a person who is opposed (to an action or policy or practice etc.) not in favor of (an action or proposal etc.)
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a quantity that does not vary a number representing a quantity assumed to have a fixed value in a specified mathematical context unvarying in nature steadfast in purpose or devotion or affection uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
an event that results in a displacement or discontinuity the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue a displacement of a part (especially a bone) from its normal position (as in the shoulder or the vertebral column)
the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.) an organized group of workmen an informal body of friends the team of men manning a racing shell serve as a crew member on
go to seed; shed seeds help (an enterprise) in its early stages of development by providing seed money bear seeds place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth distribute (players or teams) so that outstanding teams or players will not meet in the early rounds sprinkle with silver iodide particles to disperse and cause rain inoculate with microorganisms remove the seeds from
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a loving feeling feel concern or interest provide care for prefer or wish to do something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of be concerned with feeling and exhibiting concern and empathy for others
harvester that heads and threshes and cleans grain while moving across the field a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service an occurrence that results in things being united have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements
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a large and unbroken expanse or distance the act of physically reaching or thrusting out a straightaway section of a racetrack exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent extension to or beyond the ordinary limit an unbroken period of time during which you do something the capacity for being stretched occupy a large, elongated area extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length become longer by being stretched and pulled make long or longer by pulling and stretching lie down comfortably pull in opposite directions extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance extend one's body or limbs having an elongated seating area easily stretched
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees the region of the United States lying to the west of the Mississippi River the direction corresponding to the westward cardinal compass point British writer (born in Ireland) (1892-1983) United States film actress (1892-1980) English painter (born in America) who became the second president of the Royal Academy (1738-1820) a location in the western part of a country, region, or city situated in or facing or moving toward the west to, toward, or in the west
by a particular locality to a restricted area of the body
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration a short respite an indirect suggestion a slight movement of the air
maintaining something at the most favorable temperature for its development (pathology) the phase in the development of an infection between the time a pathogen enters the body and the time the first symptoms appear sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body
have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements made or joined or united into one
a periodic state during which you are conscious and aware of the world a temporary state in which you are unable (or unwilling) to sleep the process of paying close and continuous attention
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a standard or typical example
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus without volition or conscious control
render capable or able for some task
a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis or pneumonia or tuberculosis exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion
create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape having or given a form or shape
a quantum of electromagnetic radiation; an elementary particle that is its own antiparticle
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the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message a particular interpretation or performance a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument written material intended to be read a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something a city on the River Thames in Berkshire in southern England a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance the act of measuring with meters or similar instruments interpret something that is written or printed have or contain a certain wording or form look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed obtain data from magnetic tapes interpret the significance of, as of palms, tea leaves, intestines, the sky; also of human behavior interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression be a student of a certain subject indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments audition for a stage role by reading parts of a role to hear and understand make sense of a language
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an orange-yellow pigment in the bile that forms as a product of hemoglobin; excess amounts in the blood produce the yellow appearance observed in jaundice
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of make mention of observe with care or pay close attention to watch attentively show respect towards behave as expected during of holidays or rites follow with the eyes or the mind stick to correctly or closely conform one's action or practice to
one by one; one at a time apart from others
the branch of psychiatry concerned with psychological methods the treatment of mental or emotional problems by psychological means
someone who quits school before graduation someone who withdraws from a social group or environment
move outward spread or diffuse through cause to become widely known spread out; not concentrated in one place (of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected lacking conciseness
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make one's home in a particular place or community live (in a certain place) be inherent or innate in; 
an event that departs from expectations discord that splits a group the second moment around the mean; the expected value of the square of the deviations of a random variable from its mean value a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions the quality of being subject to variation an official dispensation to act contrary to a rule or regulation (typically a building regulation) an activity that varies from a norm or standard
the state of being prominent: widely known or eminent relative importance something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
the practical application of science to commerce or industry the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems a room (as on a ship) in which the engine is located design as an engineer plan and direct (a complex undertaking)
abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ undergo hypertrophy
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a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government written contract or certificate of insurance
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the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time a condition or position in which you find yourself a complex or critical or unusual difficulty physical position in relation to the surroundings a job in an organization
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disperse as an aerosol become dispersed as an aerosol in the form of ultramicroscopic solid or liquid particles dispersed or suspended in air or gas
(astronomy) an indistinct surface feature of Mars once thought to be a system of channels; they are now believed to be an optical illusion a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance long and narrow strip of water made for boats or for irrigation provide (a city) with a canal
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the quality of prevailing generally; being widespread (epidemiology) the ratio (for a given time period) of the number of occurrences of a disease or event to the number of units at risk in the population a superiority in numbers or amount
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in consume all of one's attention or time engage or hire for work ask to represent; of legal counsel give to in marriage get caught carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) hire for work or assistance engage for service under a term of contract keep engaged having ones attention or mind or energy engaged involved in military hostilities reserved in advance (of facilities such as telephones or lavatories) unavailable for use by anyone else or indicating unavailability; (`engaged' is a British term for a busy telephone line) (used of toothed parts or gears) interlocked and interacting having services contracted for built against or attached to a wall
any of the carbohydrates that yield only a few monosaccharide molecules on complete hydrolysis
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of or relating to proteolysis
completely enveloping
a class of transferases that catalyze transamination (that transfer an amino group from an amino acid to another compound)
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the practical application of science to commerce or industry the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems
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a torn ragged wound the act of lacerating
confirm the truth of check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard attach or append a legal verification to (a pleading or petition) to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true proved to be true
introduce an idea or attitude into the mind of introduce a microorganism into perform vaccinations or produce immunity in by inoculation insert a bud for propagation impregnate with the virus or germ of a disease in order to render immune
a heavy colorless highly toxic liquid used as a solvent to clean electronic components and for dry cleaning and as a fumigant; causes cancer and liver and lung damage
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coexist peacefully, as of nations exist together existing at the same time
lose validity pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life expel air having come to an end or become void after passage of a period of time
close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)
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an estimation that is too low; an estimate that is less than the true or actual value assign too low a value to make a deliberately low estimate make too low an estimate of
a lengthy discussion (spoken or written) on a particular topic the act of expanding an aperture
a monetary unit that is valued at a fraction (usually one hundredth) of the basic monetary unit
a sensation (as of a cold breeze or bright light) that precedes the onset of certain disorders such as a migraine attack or epileptic seizure an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing
the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue a mental or physical breakdown a cessation of normal operation an analysis into mutually exclusive categories
with respect to vision
ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance the finishing line on a racetrack a message transmitted by telegraph provide with electrical circuits send cables, wires, or telegrams fasten with wire string on a wire equip for use with electricity
1,000,000,000 periods per second
surgical removal of the gall bladder (usually for relief of gallstone pain)
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism defectiveness or unsoundness the state that precedes vomiting
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the time when something begins (especially life) the event of being born the process of giving birth the kinship relation of an offspring to the parents a baby born; an offspring cause to be born
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the boundary of a surface a line determining the limits of an area a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object the attribute of urgency in tone of voice a slight competitive advantage the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something advance slowly, as if by inches provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary provide with an edge
anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Plaquenil) used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and malaria and lupus erythematosus
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the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behind carry on the feet and deposit observe or plot the moving path of something go after with the intent to catch travel across or pass over make tracks upon
marked by dissimilarity not equal in amount
a medicine used to treat allergies and hypersensitive reactions and colds; works by counteracting the effects of histamine on a receptor site
(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played walking with slow regular strides walk with slow or fast paces go at a pace measure (distances) by pacing regulate or set the pace of
pecuniary reimbursement to the winning party for the expenses of litigation the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something be priced at require to lose, suffer, or sacrifice
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the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height) a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space magnitude or extent indicate the dimensions on shape or form to required dimensions
in a persistent manner with persistence
action that makes a problem or a disease (or its symptoms) worse violent and bitter exasperation
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something left after other parts have been taken away freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) a pause for relaxation a state of inaction euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) a support on which things can be put a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration not move; be in a resting position take a short break from one's activities in order to relax give a rest to have a place in relation to something else be at rest stay the same; remain in a certain state be inherent or innate in;  put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying sit, as on a branch rest on or as if on a pillow be inactive, refrain from acting
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having no hair or similar growth; smooth
a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year) of or occurring every seven days without missing a week
occurring from time to time occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals occurring from time to time recurring or reappearing from time to time
imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect
of or relating to interstices
any of the smallest bronchial ducts; ending in alveoli
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block passage through closed off (of a substance) taken into and retained in another substance
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a device that requires skill for proper use the means whereby some act is accomplished a person used by another to gain an end (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right the semantic role of the entity (usually inanimate) that the agent uses to perform an action or start a process any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling write an instrumental score for address a legal document to
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in a prominent way
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a distinct feature or element in a problem a characteristic to be considered the visual percept of a region the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb the feelings expressed on a person's face
an antimetabolite used to treat certain cancers
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a dense fibrous membrane covering the surface of bones (except at their extremities) and serving as an attachment for tendons and muscles; contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the enclosed bone
a mixed nerve that supplies the pharynx and larynx and lungs and heart and esophagus and stomach and most of the abdominal viscera
absence of light or illumination absence of moral or spiritual values an unilluminated area the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside an unenlightened state devoid of or deficient in light or brightness; shadowed or black (used of color) having a dark hue brunet (used of hair or skin or eyes) stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable secret showing a brooding ill humor lacking enlightenment or knowledge or culture marked by difficulty of style or expression causing dejection having skin rich in melanin pigments not giving performances; closed
the aggregation of things (pedestrians or vehicles) coming and going in a particular locality during a specified period of time buying and selling; especially illicit trade the amount of activity over a communication system during a given period of time social or verbal interchange (usually followed by `with') deal illegally trade or deal a commodity
a strong liking a predisposition in favor of something the right or chance to choose grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying duties)
the absence of matter an empty area or space a region that is devoid of matter an electrical home appliance that cleans by suction clean with a vacuum cleaner
everything that exists anywhere people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on people in general considered as a whole a part of the earth that can be considered separately the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife all of the living human inhabitants of the earth involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope
something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares a small drum with two heads and a snare stretched across the lower head a surgical instrument consisting of wire hoop that can be drawn tight around the base of polyps or small tumors to sever them; used especially in body cavities strings stretched across the lower head of a snare drum; they make a rattling sound when the drum is hit a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose catch in or as if in a trap entice and trap
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make a mathematical calculation or computation judge to be probable keep an account of predict in advance specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public have faith or confidence in
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the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation state of being gratified or satisfied compensation for a wrong (law) the payment of a debt or fulfillment of an obligation act of fulfilling a desire or need or appetite
inflammation of the thyroid gland
a condition of disability resulting from the loss of one or more limbs a surgical removal of all or part of a limb
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue any substance (such as a chemical element or inorganic compound) that can be taken in by a green plant and used in organic synthesis
(medicine) a malignant state; progressive and resistant to treatment and tending to cause death quality of being disposed to evil; intense ill will
a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic a native or inhabitant of Poland one of two divergent or mutually exclusive opinions a linear measure of 16.5 feet a square rod of land one of two points of intersection of the Earth's axis and the celestial sphere one of two antipodal points where the Earth's axis of rotation intersects the Earth's surface a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves a long fiberglass sports implement used for pole vaulting one of the two ends of a magnet where the magnetism seems to be concentrated propel with a pole support on poles deoxidize molten metals by stirring them with a wooden pole
constituting or relating to a tail resembling a tail situated in or directed toward the part of the body from which the tail arises toward the posterior end of the body
being three more than sixty
the quality of being superior the quality of being at a competitive advantage displaying a sense of being better than others the state of excelling or surpassing or going beyond usual limits
the part of the large intestine between the cecum and the rectum; it extracts moisture from food residues before they are excreted the basic unit of money in El Salvador; equal to 100 centavos the basic unit of money in Costa Rica; equal to 100 centimos a port city at the Caribbean entrance to the Panama Canal a punctuation mark (:) used after a word introducing a series or an example or an explanation (or after the salutation of a business letter)
a sweet but poisonous syrupy liquid used as an antifreeze and solvent any of a class of alcohols having 2 hydroxyl groups in each molecule
place in a grave or tomb
standing still not capable of being moved
of or relating to or inside the intestines
giving satisfaction meeting requirements
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functioning in a supporting capacity added to complete or make up a deficiency
convert into a sulfate
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of or related to genetically distinguished groups of people of or characteristic of race or races or arising from differences among groups
any of several lymphokines that promote macrophages and killer T cells and B cells and other components of the immune system
part; cease or break association with regard as unconnected to undergo a reversible or temporary breakdown of a molecule into simpler molecules or atoms
the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height) a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space magnitude or extent indicate the dimensions on shape or form to required dimensions
a sizeable hole (usually in the ground) space that is surrounded by something soft decayed area in a tooth; progressive decay can lead to the death of a tooth (anatomy) a natural hollow or sinus within the body
something that is remembered the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered the power of retaining and recalling past experience an electronic memory device the area of cognitive psychology that studies memory processes
conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases electronic device consisting of a system of electrodes arranged in an evacuated glass or metal envelope a hollow cylindrical shape (anatomy) any hollow cylindrical body structure an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) provide with a tube or insert a tube into convey in a tube ride or float on an inflated tube place or enclose in a tube
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the origination and development of a disease
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one of the minute active bodies into which sporozoans divide in one stage of their life cycle
an opening that permits escape or release euphemistic expressions for death the act of going out move out of or depart from lose the lead pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
a crystalline compound used as an antithyroid drug in the treatment of goiter
an antiviral drug used to combat HIV infection
(often used with `pay') a formal expression of esteem (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) an attitude of admiration or esteem a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard behavior intended to please your parents a feeling of friendship and esteem courteous regard for people's feelings regard highly; think much of show respect towards
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return to its original or usable and functioning condition return to life; get or give new life or energy give or bring back restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
make reference to be relevant to think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision seek information from have as a meaning use a name to designate
without success
of or relating to the practice of science conforming with the principles or methods used in science
possession of controlling influence (physics) the rate of doing work; measured in watts (= joules/second) possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself physical strength a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world a very wealthy or powerful businessman supply the force or power for the functioning of
of or involving the uterus
hold back within allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature secure and keep for possible future use or application keep in one's mind
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(anatomy) a disk of cartilage that serves as a cushion between the ends of bones that meet at a joint (optics) a lens that is concave on one side and convex on the other (physics) the curved upper surface of a nonturbulent liquid in a vertical tube
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an abnormal deficiency in all blood cells (red blood cells and white blood cells and platelets); usually associated with bone marrow tumor or with aplastic anemia
the relative magnitudes of two quantities (usually expressed as a quotient) the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
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a mental position from which things are viewed
the bodily process of discharging waste matter declare invalid clear (a room, house, place) of occupants or empty or clear (a place or receptacle) of something take away the legal force of or render ineffective excrete or discharge from the body
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accumulation in the blood of nitrogenous waste products (urea) that are usually excreted in the urine
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter building material consisting of a piece of rock hewn in a definite shape for a special purpose material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry an avoirdupois unit used to measure the weight of a human body; equal to 14 pounds the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed United States jurist who was named chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1941 by Franklin D. Roosevelt (1872-1946) United States filmmaker (born in 1946) United States feminist and suffragist (1818-1893) United States journalist who advocated liberal causes (1907-1989) United States jurist who served on the United States Supreme Court as chief justice (1872-1946) United States architect (1902-1978) a lack of feeling or expression or movement kill by throwing stones at remove the pits from of any of various dull tannish or grey colors
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the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number one of four playing cards in a deck having a single pip on its face someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II a major strategic headquarters of NATO; safeguards an area extending from Norway to Turkey a serve that the receiver is unable to reach succeed at easily score an ace against play (a hole) in one stroke serve an ace against (someone) of the highest quality
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together a wrapped container (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory put into a box
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
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the food served and eaten at one time any of the occasions for eating food that occur by custom or habit at more or less fixed times coarsely ground foodstuff; especially seeds of various cereal grasses or pulse
an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose
any of several plant glycoproteins that act like specific antibodies but are not antibodies in that they are not evoked by an antigenic stimulus
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body something that people do or cause to happen a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a manifestation of insincerity perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater
a drug that relaxes and dilates the bronchial passageways and improves the passages of air into the lungs
an electrical force linking atoms a certificate of debt (usually interest-bearing or discounted) that is issued by a government or corporation in order to raise money; the issuer is required to pay a fixed sum annually until maturity and then a fixed sum to repay the principal a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) a connection that fastens things together a superior quality of strong durable white writing paper; originally made for printing documents United States civil rights leader who was elected to the legislature in Georgia but was barred from taking his seat because he opposed the Vietnam War (born 1940) British secret operative 007 in novels by Ian Fleming the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition stick to firmly create social or emotional ties issue bonds on bring together in a common cause or emotion
a chemical sprayed on fruit trees to regulate their growth so the entire crop can be harvested at one time of or relating to the axil having or resembling wings
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increase the effect of or act synergistically with (a drug or a physiological or biochemical phenomenon)
an iconic mental representation (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface a standard or typical example language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the general impression that something (a person or organization or product) presents to the public a representation of a person (especially in the form of sculpture) render visible, as by means of MRI imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
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any of several basic compounds derived from pyrimidine a heterocyclic organic compound with a penetrating odor
someone unfortunate without housing poor people who unfortunately do not have a home to live in without nationality or citizenship physically or spiritually homeless or deprived of security
get or gather together collect or gather periodically accumulated over time
a nonmetallic univalent element belonging to the halogens; usually a yellow irritating toxic flammable gas; a powerful oxidizing agent; recovered from fluorite or cryolite or fluorapatite
with regard to technique with regard to technical skill and the technology available according to the exact meaning; according to the facts
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informed about the latest trends
having a chromosome number that is not an exact multiple of the haploid number
an evil spell cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something of or pertaining to a number system having 16 as its base
the largest city in Pennsylvania; located in the southeastern part of the state on the Delaware river; site of Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed; site of the University of Pennsylvania
the food served and eaten at one time any of the occasions for eating food that occur by custom or habit at more or less fixed times coarsely ground foodstuff; especially seeds of various cereal grasses or pulse
a group of people living in a particular local area common ownership a group of nations having common interests agreement as to goals a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences (ecology) a group of interdependent organisms inhabiting the same region and interacting with each other
avoiding emotional involvement the act of releasing from an attachment or connection the state of being isolated or detached a small unit of troops of special composition coming apart
the passage between the pharynx and the stomach
make tight; secure against leakage close with or as if with a seal decide irrevocably affix a seal to cover with varnish hunt seals established irrevocably closed or secured with or as if with a seal undisclosed for the time being determined irrevocably having been paved covered with a waterproof coating (of walls) covered with a coat of plaster
the organic process of synthesizing and releasing some substance a functionally specialized substance (especially one that is not a waste) released from a gland or cell
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an elevated geological formation the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal be at an angle cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container walk through mud or mire ladle clumsily feed pigs
having a relatively high resistance to flow having the sticky properties of an adhesive
be compatible or in accordance with follow through or carry out a plan without deviation come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to stick to firmly
breathe with difficulty relating to breathing with a whistling sound
the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth
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come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements complete or carry out complete a pass write all the required information onto a form having every necessary or normal part or component or step perfect and complete in every respect; having all necessary qualities highly skilled without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers having come or been brought to a conclusion
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generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids place out of sight; keep secret
(of physical systems) continuing in its present state of equilibrium unless sufficiently disturbed to pass to a more stable state of equilibrium
any warm-blooded vertebrate having the skin more or less covered with hair; young are born alive except for the small subclass of monotremes and nourished with milk
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury a cause of pain or injury or loss a dangerous place
adjust to a specific need or market style and tailor in a certain fashion create (clothes) with cloth severely simple in line or design (of clothing) custom-made
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make multiple identical copies of
of or relating to or constituting a follicle
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continue to live through hardship or adversity continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) support oneself live longer than
a person who is almost identical to another a group of genetically identical cells or organisms derived from a single cell or individual by some kind of asexual reproduction an unauthorized copy or imitation make multiple identical copies of
liable to be erroneous or misleading not worthy of reliance or trust dangerously unstable and unpredictable lacking a sense of responsibility
any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usually hairless tails a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye person who is quiet or timid a hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of a cursor on your computer screen as you move it around on a pad; on the bottom of the device is a ball that rolls on the surface of the pad
tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired
cotton trousers made of corduroy cloth a line made of twisted fibers or threads a unit of amount of wood cut for burning; 128 cubic feet a light insulated conductor for household use a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton stack in cords bind or tie with a cord
treat badly change the inherent purpose or function of something use foul or abusive language towards use wrongly or improperly or excessively used improperly or excessively especially drugs subjected to cruel treatment
(medicine) a systematic plan for therapy (often including diet)
the month following September and preceding November
the branch of biology that studies the structure and function of cells
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becoming infected enter into a contractual arrangement engage by written agreement squeeze or press together be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness become smaller or draw together make smaller compress or concentrate make or become more narrow or restricted reduce in scope while retaining essential elements
weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance) become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude reduced in strength
the capital of Lombardy in northern Italy; has been an international center of trade and industry since the Middle Ages
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a diuretic drug (trade name Microzide, Esidrix, and HydroDIURIL) used in the treatment of hypertension
a deformity in which part of a limb is turned inward to an abnormal degree
the body excluding the head and neck and limbs
be in accord; be in agreement consent or assent to a condition, or agree to do something be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics go together show grammatical agreement be agreeable or suitable achieve harmony of opinion, feeling, or purpose
the contraction of the chambers of the heart (especially the ventricles) to drive blood into the aorta and pulmonary artery
provide details for assign to a specific task developed or executed with care and in minute detail
to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity
a radioactive element of the actinide series; found in uranium ores an electric current that reverses direction sinusoidally
a bachelor's degree in arts and sciences the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August) the muscles of the abdomen the blood group whose red cells carry both the A and B antigens
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a public promotion of some product or service in the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography
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move from one country or region to another and settle there move periodically or seasonally
definite but not specified or identified having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured established beyond doubt or question; definitely known certain to occur; destined or inevitable established irrevocably reliable in operation or effect exercising or taking care great enough to bring assurance
a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
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the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water) garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering clean with some chemical process cleanse (one's body) with soap and water cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water move by or as if by water be capable of being washed admit to testing or proof separate dirt or gravel from (precious minerals) apply a thin coating of paint, metal, etc., to remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent form by erosion make moist wash or flow against to cleanse (itself or another animal) by licking
a colorless and odorless inert gas; one of the six inert gases; comprises approximately 1% of the earth's atmosphere a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters a state in south central United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
a common disorder in which blood pressure remains abnormally high (a reading of 140/90 mm Hg or greater)
a cytokine secreted by helper T cells in response to stimulation by antigens and that acts on other cells of the immune system (as by activating macrophages)
a substance prepared according to a formula inventing or contriving an idea or explanation and formulating it mentally the style of expressing yourself
a support or foundation a position of great esteem (and supposed superiority) an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue)
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the best people or things in a group the part of milk containing the butterfat toiletry consisting of any of various substances in the form of a thick liquid that have a soothing and moisturizing effect when applied to the skin make creamy by beating beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight put on cream, as on one's face or body remove from the surface add cream to one's coffee, for example
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a surgical procedure in which part or all of a damaged or diseased cornea is replaced by healthy corneal tissue from a donor
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render unable to see make blind by putting the eyes out make dim by comparison or conceal deprived of sight
closely constrained or constricted or constricting pulled or drawn tight set so close together as to be invulnerable to penetration pressed tightly together (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity affected by scarcity and expensive to borrow of such close construction as to be impermeable of textiles securely or solidly fixed in place; rigid (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched very drunk exasperatingly difficult to handle or circumvent demanding strict attention to rules and procedures packed closely together firmly or closely in an attentive manner
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any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally
pertaining to or involving or having the nature of space
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to a moderately sufficient extent or degree with moderation; in a moderate manner
a type of granular leukocyte that functions in the ingestion of bacteria
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the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders
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a record or narrative description of past events a short account of the news a formal contractual relationship established to provide for regular banking or brokerage or business services a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. grounds importance or value a statement of recent transactions and the resulting balance the act of informing by verbal report an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered the quality of taking advantage be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something keep an account of to give an account or representation of in words furnish a justifying analysis or explanation
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the male reproductive cell; the male gamete
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relating to or involving the stomach
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any of various water-soluble compounds having a sour taste and capable of turning litmus red and reacting with a base to form a salt street name for lysergic acid diethylamide
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one thousand grams; the basic unit of mass adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
polypeptide hormone secreted by the mucous lining of the stomach; when peptides and amino acids are present in the small intestine the secretion of gastric acid is stimulated
turn inside out; turn the inner surface of outward
a video recording made on magnetic tape a relatively wide magnetic tape for use in recording visual images and associated sound record on videotape
someone who mimics (especially an actor or actress) imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect constituting an imitation
a class of proteins produced in lymph tissue in vertebrates and that function as antibodies in the immune response
the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent an ill-structured collection of similar things (objects or people) (Roman Catholic Church and Protestant Churches) the celebration of the Eucharist a body of matter without definite shape the common people generally the property of something that is great in magnitude a musical setting for a Mass a sequence of prayers constituting the Christian Eucharistic rite join together into a mass or collect or form a mass formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole
place restrictions on place under restrictions; limit access to place limits on (extent or access) make more specific subject to restriction or subjected to restriction restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man') the lowest level of official classification for documents
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an emergency procedure consisting of external cardiac massage and artificial respiration; the first treatment for a person who has collapsed and has no pulse and has stopped breathing; attempts to restore circulation of the blood and prevent death or brain damage due to lack of oxygen
forced removal from a position of advantage
an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed (of e.g. information) not secondhand or by way of something intermediary being or productive of something fresh and unusual; or being as first made or thought of not derived or copied or translated from something else; not an adaptation"
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an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease
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deem to be give careful consideration to take into consideration for exemplifying purposes show consideration for; take into account think about carefully; weigh judge or regard; look upon; judge look at attentively look at carefully; study mentally regard or treat with consideration, respect, and esteem
give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
an oral antiviral drug (trade name Zovirax) used to treat genital herpes; does not cure the disease but relieves the symptoms
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the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up
abnormally enlarged or twisted blood vessel or lymphatic vessel
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events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something a justification for something existing or happening a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
(nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything a body having finite mass and internal structure but negligible dimensions a function word that can be used in English to form phrasal verbs
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the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico
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(astronomy) a measure of time defined by Earth's orbital motion; terrestrial time is mean solar time corrected for the irregularities of the Earth's motions a republic in the western central Pacific Ocean in association with the United States a country scattered over Micronesia with a constitutional government in free association with the United States; achieved independence in 1986
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a salt or ester of sulphuric acid convert into a sulfate
a state in east central United States
the posterior part of the body of a vertebrate especially when elongated and extending beyond the trunk or main part of the body the time of the last part of something any projection that resembles the tail of an animal the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements (usually plural) the reverse side of a coin that does not bear the representation of a person's head the rear part of an aircraft the rear part of a ship go after with the intent to catch remove or shorten the tail of an animal remove the stalk of fruits or berries
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the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day a soft silvery-white tetravalent radioactive metallic element; isotope 232 is used as a power source in nuclear reactors; occurs in thorite and in monazite sands
measuring instrument designed to measure power
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excessive and profuse perspiration
a brittle silver-white metalloid element that is related to selenium and sulfur; it is used in alloys and as a semiconductor; occurs mainly as tellurides in ores of copper and nickel and silver and gold the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization
a specialized condensed region of each chromosome that appears during mitosis where the chromatids are held together to form an X shape
of or resembling an endogen derived or originating internally
the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities passing from a more complex to a simpler biological form
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect treat, mention, or speak to rudely
not compatible with other facts not in agreement not in accord
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a monetary unit that is valued at a fraction (usually one hundredth) of the basic monetary unit
a war measure that isolates some area of importance to the enemy prevents access or progress hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of render unsuitable for passage obstruct access to impose a blockade on
an antibacterial drug (trade names Rifadin and Rimactane) used to treat tuberculosis
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a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations a personal journal (as a physical object)
an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious make sense of; assign a meaning to give an interpretation or explanation to give an interpretation or rendition of create an image or likeness of restate (words) from one language into another language make sense of a language
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a hard ferromagnetic silver-white bivalent or trivalent metallic element; a trace element in plant and animal nutrition
a change for the worse alteration in the shape or dimensions of an object as a result of the application of stress to it the act of twisting or deforming the shape of something (e.g., yourself)
a state at a particular time an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing information that should be kept in mind when making a decision the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') an illness, disease, or other medical problem (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny
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(medicine) the synergistic effect of two drugs given simultaneously
a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations
(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses drive by or as if by pulsation
cause of e.g. European and African relapsing fever
a blood group antigen possessed by Rh-positive people; if an Rh-negative person receives a blood transfusion from an Rh-positive person it can result in hemolysis and anemia a white hard metallic element that is one of the platinum group and is found in platinum ores; used in alloys with platinum any of several hormones produced in the hypothalamus and carried by a vein to the anterior pituitary gland where they stimulate the release of anterior pituitary hormones; each of these hormones causes the anterior pituitary to secrete a specific hormone
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a garment size for a large person above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent fairly large or important in effect; influential ostentatiously lofty in style generous and understanding and tolerant conspicuous in position or importance having broad power and range and scope in an advanced stage of pregnancy at a distance, wide of something (as of a mark) with the wind abaft the beam in a boastful manner
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions make correspondent or conformable decide how much is to be paid on an insurance claim
a metric unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter
the slender part of the back a garment size for a small person limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent limited in size or scope (of children and animals) young, immature slight or limited; especially in degree or intensity or scope low or inferior in station or quality lowercase (of a voice) faint have fine or very small constituent particles not large but sufficient in size or amount made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth) on a small scale
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a chemical substance derivable from a mold or bacterium that can kill microorganisms and cure bacterial infections of or relating to antibiotic drugs
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being ten more than one hundred eighty
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heal or recover get healthy again provide a cure for, make healthy again freed from illness or injury
the time that has elapsed a earlier period in someone's life (especially one that they have reason to keep secret) a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the past earlier than the present time; no longer current of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office so as to pass a given point
recognize or perceive the difference treat differently on the basis of sex or race distinguish
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a thick fatty oil (especially one used to lubricate machinery) the state of being covered with unclean things lubricate with grease
something intended to communicate a particular impression something shown to the public a visual representation of something behavior that makes your feelings public exhibiting openly in public view an electronic device that represents information in visual form to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
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(baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls (military) a written leave of absence (American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks any authorization to pass or go somewhere a document indicating permission to do something without restrictions a flight or run by an aircraft over a target a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs a difficult juncture one complete cycle of operations (as by a computer) you advance to the next round in a tournament without playing an opponent a permit to enter or leave a military installation a complimentary ticket a usually brief attempt (sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team success in satisfying a test or requirement (ballet) a step in dancing (especially in classical ballet) go across or through move past make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass by place into the hands or custody of stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point travel past come to pass go unchallenged; be approved pass time in a specific way pass over, across, or through transmit information disappear gradually go successfully through a test or a selection process be superior or better than some standard accept or judge as acceptable allow to go without comment or censure transfer to another; of rights or property pass into a specified state or condition throw (a ball) to another player be inherited by cause to pass grant authorization or clearance for pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life eliminate from the body of advancing the ball by throwing it
people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped injure permanently attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant put at a disadvantage incapable of functioning as a consequence of injury or illness
of or relating to or caused by hormones
the actors in a play container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens the distinctive form in which a thing is made the visual appearance of something or someone bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal object formed by a mold the act of throwing dice the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel a violent throw put or send forth deposit select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet throw forcefully assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold get rid of choose at random formulate in a particular style or language eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
a semivowel produced with the tongue near the palate (like the initial sound in the English word `yeast') relating to or lying near the palate produced with the front of the tongue near or touching the hard palate (as `y') or with the blade of the tongue near the hard palate (as `ch' in `chin' or `j' in `gin')
an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity a disorderly outburst or tumult an event that results in a displacement or discontinuity the act of causing disorder
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) a very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope a distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object a small team of policemen working as part of a police platoon one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole a land unit equal to 1 square mile (geometry) the area created by a plane cutting through a solid a small class of students who are part of a larger course but are taught separately a division of an orchestra containing all instruments of the same class a small army unit usually having a special function a specialized division of a large organization a segment of a citrus fruit the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation) divide into segments
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carcinoma of the liver
suffering from gout
(of drugs e.g.) able to excite or stimulate
a person with advanced knowledge of one or more sciences
one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician) a woman who is the custodian of children try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people treat carefully give suck to
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps) an acting technique introduced by Stanislavsky in which the actor recalls emotions or reactions from his or her own life and uses them to identify with the character being portrayed
the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared the act of distinguishing by comparing differences a conceptual separation or distinction the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness) put in opposition to show or emphasize differences to show differences when compared; be different
the speech act of making something evident make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets disclosing unintentionally showing or making known
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the time when the Moon is fully illuminated beat for the purpose of cleaning and thickening make (a garment) fuller by pleating or gathering increase in phase containing as much or as many as is possible or normal constituting the full quantity or extent; complete complete in extent or degree and in every particular filled to satisfaction with food or drink (of sound) having marked deepness and body having the normally expected amount being at a peak or culminating point having ample fabric to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form)
in a diffuse manner
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the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
a period of time assigned for work an indefinite period of time a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day clock time a special and memorable period distance measured by the time taken to cover it
the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
a barbiturate with sedative and hypnotic effects; used to relieve insomnia and as an anticonvulsant
the month following October and preceding December
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of or relating to psychometrics
any substance that can cause an allergy
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a striped mass of white and grey matter located in front of the thalamus in each cerebral hemisphere; consists of the caudate nucleus and the lenticular nucleus
a nucleoside component of DNA; composed of thymine and deoxyribose
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acting according to certain accepted standards a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another
join together by heating unite closely or intimately
the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities the content of direct observation or participation in an event an event as apprehended go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo
a person who is sexually attracted to both sexes sexually attracted to both sexes having an ambiguous sexual identity
the head of a religious order; in an abbey the prior is next below the abbot earlier in time
not many times
happening or recurring at regular intervals recurring or reappearing from time to time
short-tailed Old World burrowing rodent with large cheek pouches
a party of people assembled to promote sociability and communal activity relating to human society and its members living together or enjoying life in communities or organized groups relating to or belonging to or characteristic of high society composed of sociable people or formed for the purpose of sociability tending to move or live together in groups or colonies of the same kind marked by friendly companionship with others
something done (usually as opposed to something said) the state of being active a military engagement a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the series of events that form a plot the trait of being active and energetic and forceful the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong an act by a government body or supranational organization the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against put in effect
a ratio of two quantities that is constant harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design)
tissue or organ transplanted from a donor of the same species but different genetic makeup; recipient's immune system must be suppressed to prevent rejection of the graft
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a synthetic narcotic drug (trade name Demerol) used to treat pain
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to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to
abnormal skin sensations (as tingling or tickling or itching or burning) usually associated with peripheral nerve damage
the fraction of radiant energy that is reflected from a surface
the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one being one more than six
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a healthy capacity for vigorous activity an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing)
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(medicine) a systematic plan for therapy (often including diet)
the openness (lack of obstruction) of a bodily passage or duct the property of being easy to see and understand
lysis of erythrocytes with the release of hemoglobin
the amount by which something decreases a process of becoming smaller or shorter
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pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives of superior grade selected or chosen for special qualifications
composed of or covered with particles resembling meal in texture or consistency having a granular structure like that of chondrites
the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.) the frequency with which a person is present the number of people that are present
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) the lens or system of lenses in a telescope or microscope that is nearest the object being viewed
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the act of expanding something in apparent size the ratio of the size of an image to the size of the object making to seem more important than it really is a photographic print that has been enlarged
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the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units
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a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution the contractile aperture in the center of the iris of the eye; resembles a large black dot a young person attending school (up through senior high school)
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bring into being take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite bring up a topic for discussion set in motion, start an event or prepare the way for
the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the idea that is intended material of a particular kind or constitution considerable capital (wealth or income) what a communication that is about something is about a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
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make right or correct make reparations or amends for censure severely adjust for punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience go down in value alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard treat a defect having something undesirable neutralized
the act of emitting; causing to flow forth a substance that is emitted or released the release of electrons from parent atoms any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body the occurrence of a flow of water (as from a pipe)
electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds transmitting speech at a distance get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone
put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine someone's knowledge of something show a certain characteristic when tested achieve a certain score or rating on a test determine the presence or properties of (a substance) undergo a test tested and proved useful or correct tested and proved to be reliable
hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitocin); stimulates contractions of the uterus and ejection of milk
(genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties
relating to or dealing with norms pertaining to giving directives or rules
by using a microscope; so as to be visible only with a microscope; as seen with a microscope as if by using a microscope; with extreme precision and attention to detail; in minute detail
conformity or harmony the responsibility of a guardian or keeper the act of retaining something keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" continue a certain state, condition, or activity retain possession of stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state conform one's action or practice to stick to correctly or closely look after; be the keeper of; have charge of maintain by writing regular records supply with room and board allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature supply with necessities and support fail to spoil or rot behave as expected during of holidays or rites keep under control; keep in check maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger raise retain rights to store or keep customarily have as a supply maintain for use and service hold and prevent from leaving prevent (food) from rotting
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a parenteral cephalosporin (trade names Fortaz and Tazicef) used to treat moderate infections
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a particular branch of scientific knowledge ability to produce solutions in some problem domain
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tending to move away from a center tending away from centralization, as of authority conveying information to the muscles from the CNS
any of a group of natural steroid alcohols derived from plants or animals; they are waxy insoluble substances
be a signal for or a symptom of indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively to state or express briefly give evidence of suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine
work out undergo development or evolution gain through experience
gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes (ova) a person who belongs to the sex that cannot have babies the capital of Maldives in the center of the islands being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that perform the fertilizing function in generation characteristic of a man for or pertaining to or composed of men or boys
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the person or thing chosen or selected the quantity of a crop that is harvested the best people or things in a group the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving a small thin device (of metal or plastic or ivory) used to pluck a stringed instrument a thin sharp implement used for removing unwanted material a heavy iron tool with a wooden handle and a curved head that is pointed on both ends a basketball maneuver; obstructing an opponent with one's body the act of choosing or selecting select carefully from a group look for and gather harass with constant criticism provoke remove in small bits remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits pilfer or rob pay for something pull lightly but sharply with a plucking motion attack with or as if with a pickaxe of ice or rocky ground, for example hit lightly with a picking motion eat intermittently; take small bites of
a unit of pressure: the pressure that will support a column of mercury 760 mm high at sea level and 0 degrees centigrade a means of digital communications that is capable of very high speeds; suitable for transmission of images or voice or video as well as data an unattended machine (outside some banks) that dispenses money when a personal coded card is used
someone who offers opposition a muscle that relaxes while another contracts a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug
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the act of scanning; systematic examination of a prescribed region an image produced by scanning examine minutely or intensely examine hastily make a wide, sweeping search of conform to a metrical pattern move a light beam over; in electronics, to reproduce an image read metrically obtain data from magnetic tapes
leave undone or leave out fail to do something; leave something undone fail to attend to give little or no attention to disregarded lacking a caretaker
consider or hold as true receive willingly something given or offered give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to react favorably to; consider right and proper admit into a group or community take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person tolerate or accommodate oneself to be designed to hold or take receive (a report) officially, as from a committee make use of or accept for some purpose be sexually responsive to, used of a female domesticated mammal
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation the way something is with respect to its main attributes the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state a politically organized body of people under a single government (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container) a state of depression or agitation the territory occupied by a nation the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies express in words put before indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
reassemble mentally build again cause somebody to adapt or reform socially or politically return to its original or usable and functioning condition do over, as of (part of) a house
a general conscious awareness the meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted the faculty through which the external world is apprehended sound practical judgment a natural appreciation or ability perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles detect some circumstance or entity automatically become aware of not through the senses but instinctively comprehend
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose proper or designated social situation (nautical) the location to which a ship or fleet is assigned for duty the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand the frequency assigned to a broadcasting station assign to a station
a mark left (usually on the skin) by the healing of injured tissue an indication of damage mark with a scar
a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal) white crystalline form of especially sodium chloride used to season and preserve food negotiations between the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics opened in 1969 in Helsinki designed to limit both countries' stock of nuclear weapons the taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth add salt to sprinkle as if with salt add zest or liveliness to preserve with salt
a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged in World War II the alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936 which later included Japan and other nations a group of countries in special alliance the 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head the center around which something rotates
a message received and understood knowledge acquired through study or experience or instruction formal accusation of a crime a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn (communication theory) a numerical measure of the uncertainty of an outcome
considered individually
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very recently in an impudent or impertinent manner
serve oneself to, or consume regularly take up mentally
have the idea for judge or regard; look upon; judge become pregnant; undergo conception
the process of becoming cloudy or opaque
either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin
have in mind as a purpose design or destine mean or intend to express or convey denote or connote resulting from one's intentions future; betrothed
the hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder
make thick or thicker become thick or thicker make viscous or dense made or having become thick having calluses; having skin made tough and thick through wear made thick in consistency
an event that departs from expectations (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups a variable quantity that is random something a little different from others of the same type differing from a norm or standard exhibiting variation and change
care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury) the management of someone or something a manner of dealing with something artistically an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape a level of existence or development a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood a carpenter's hand tool with an adjustable blade for smoothing or shaping wood cut or remove with or as if with a plane travel on the surface of water make even or smooth, with or as with a carpenter's plane having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another
one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water) a movement like that of a sudden occurrence or increase in a specified phenomenon (physics) a movement up and down or back and forth something that rises rapidly the act of signaling by a movement of the hand a hairdo that creates undulations in the hair an undulating curve a persistent and widespread unusual weather condition (especially of unusual temperatures) a member of the women's reserve of the United States Navy; originally organized during World War II but now no longer a separate branch signal with the hands or nod move or swing back and forth move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion twist or roll into coils or ringlets set waves in
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someone who takes part in an activity a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of an appraisal of the value of something
the act of moving back and forth abnormally rapid beating of the auricles of the heart (especially in a regular rhythm); can result in heart block a disorderly outburst or tumult the motion made by flapping up and down move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart move back and forth very rapidly flap the wings rapidly or fly with flapping movements beat rapidly wink briefly
a group of people who work together an organized structure for arranging or classifying the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something the act of organizing a business or an activity related to a business an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized the activity or result of distributing or disposing persons or things properly or methodically the act of forming or establishing something
appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
produced by inbreeding normally existing at birth
an official written record of names or events or transactions (music) the timbre that is characteristic of a certain range and manner of production of the human voice or of different pipe organ stops or of different musical instruments a book in which names and transactions are listed (computer science) memory device that is the part of computer memory that has a specific address and that is used to hold information of a specific kind an air passage (usually in the floor or a wall of a room) for admitting or excluding heated air from the room a regulator (as a sliding plate) for regulating the flow of air into a furnace or other heating device a cashbox with an adding machine to register transactions; used in shops to add up the bill record in writing; enter into a book of names or events or transactions record in a public office or in a court of law enroll to vote be aware of indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments have one's name listed as a candidate for several parties show in one's face manipulate the registers of an organ send by registered mail enter into someone's consciousness
inflammation of the peritoneum
the parturition process in human beings; having a baby; the process of giving birth to a child relating to or suitable for childbirth
the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions the chemical composition and properties of a substance or object the way two individuals relate to each other
any factor that could be considered important to the understanding of a particular business the lowest tone of a harmonic series serving as an essential component being or involving basic facts or principles far-reaching and thoroughgoing in effect especially on the nature of something
of persons whose immune response is inadequate
the act of passing from one state or place to the next a section of text; particularly a section of medium length a way through or along which someone or something may pass the passing of a law by a legislative body a journey usually by ship a short section of a musical composition a path or channel or duct through or along which something may pass a bodily reaction of changing from one place or stage to another the motion of one object relative to another the act of passing something to another person
a native or inhabitant of Mexico of or relating to Mexico or its inhabitants
to make better get better
presence of hemoglobin in the urine
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a change for the worse a shape resulting from distortion an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image a change (usually undesired) in the waveform of an acoustic or analog electrical signal; the difference between two measurements of a signal (as between the input and output signal) the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean the mistake of misrepresenting the facts
the criminal act of capturing and carrying away by force a family member; if a man's wife is abducted it is a crime against the family relationship and against the wife (physiology) moving of a body part away from the central axis of the body
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses an essay (especially one written as an assignment) a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements a medium for written communication a scholarly article describing the results of observations or stating hypotheses a business firm that publishes newspapers the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher cover with paper cover with wallpaper
a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) a public display of a message any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided (medicine) any objective evidence of the presence of a disorder or disease having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric charges) an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come a gesture that is part of a sign language a fundamental linguistic unit linking a signifier to that which is signified a character indicating a relation between quantities mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation be engaged by a written agreement engage by written agreement communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs place signs, as along a road communicate in sign language make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate
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an inflammation of the kidney
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the condition of belonging to a particular place or group by virtue of social or ethnic or cultural lineage (botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground the place where something begins, where it springs into being (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes the part of a tooth that is embedded in the jaw and serves as support take root and begin to grow come into existence, originate plant by the roots dig with the snout become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style cause to take roots
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a tumor of the brain consisting of neuroglia
a member of an Athapaskan people that migrated to Arizona and New Mexico and Utah the Athapaskan language spoken by the Navaho
with rapid movements
name formally or designate with a term
abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway severe criticism
of or concerned with neuropsychology
a genetic abnormality of metabolism causing abdominal pains and mental confusion
a convoluted tubule in each testis; carries sperm to vas deferens
(medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease anything that accompanies X and is regarded as an indication of X's existence
a highway that encircles an urban area so that traffic does not have to pass through the center a surgically created shunt (usually around a damaged part) a conductor having low resistance in parallel with another device to divert a fraction of the current avoid something unpleasant or laborious
a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Elavil) with serious side effects; interacts with many other medications
act, feel, or give mutually or in return alternate the direction of motion of
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a split or indentation in something (as the palate or chin) a long narrow opening
surgical removal of the uterus
uncastrated adult male horse constituting the full quantity or extent; complete constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged (of leaves or petals) having a smooth edge; not broken up into teeth or lobes (used of domestic animals) sexually competent
of secondary import
make a proposal, declare a plan for something present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. propose or intend put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position ask (someone) to marry you
with respect to pathology
a person who has paraplegia (is paralyzed from the waist down) suffering complete paralysis of the lower half of the body usually resulting from damage to the spinal cord
paralysis of the lower half of the body (most often as a result of trauma)
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off erosion by friction the wearing down of rock particles by friction due to water or wind or ice
improper or excessive use apply to a wrong thing or person; apply badly or incorrectly change the inherent purpose or function of something
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to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds talk over conjecturally, or review in an idle or casual way and with an element of doubt or without sufficient reason to reach a conclusion reflect deeply on a subject invest at a risk
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a metallic element having four allotropic forms; used in a wide variety of alloys; found in stibnite
disorder involving lesions or eruptions of the skin (in which there is usually no inflammation)
identifying word or words by which someone or something is called and classified or distinguished from others the act of putting a person into a non-elective position the act of designating or identifying something
brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall come to terms with take by theft take into custody
at all times; all the time and on every occasion without variation or change, in every case without interruption at any time or in any event forever; throughout all time
combine so as to form a more complex, product combine and form a synthesis
assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions
a small island
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings a connected series of events or actions or developments general line of orientation a mode of action a line or route along which something travels or moves a body of students who are taught together part of a meal served at one time (construction) a layer of masonry facility consisting of a circumscribed area of land or water laid out for a sport move swiftly through or over move along, of liquids hunt with hounds
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food and lodging provided in addition to money set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for use as a basis for; found on come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation come upon unexpectedly or after searching
a lack of coordination of movements
a scientist who devotes himself to doing research someone who investigates a police officer who investigates crimes
any period of seven consecutive days hours or days of work in a calendar week a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday
a division of the United Kingdom
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cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight
Danish pediatrician (1830-1916)
the force of policemen and officers maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol
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the branch of medical science that deals with the nervous system (neurology) the branch of medicine that deals with the nervous system and its disorders
of or relating to the cerebral hemispheres
a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact street name for lysergic acid diethylamide the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies an operating system that is on a disk treat with an agent; add (an agent) to administer a drug to
the state of being in effect or being operative a business especially one run on a large scale a planned activity involving many people performing various actions (computer science) data processing in which the result is completely specified by a rule (especially the processing that results from a single instruction) activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign) a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work process or manner of functioning or operating (psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents (mathematics) calculation by mathematical methods the activity of operating something (a machine or business etc.)
any of various antibiotics obtained from Penicillium molds (or produced synthetically) and used in the treatment of various infections and diseases
in accordance with truth or fact or reality in actual fact in fact (used as intensifiers or sentence modifiers) used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal
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fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind feel or suffer from the lack of fail to attend an event or activity leave undone or leave out fail to reach or get to be without fail to reach be absent fail to experience not caught with the senses or the mind
the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white) total absence of light British chemist who identified carbon dioxide and who formulated the concepts of specific heat and latent heat (1728-1799) popular child actress of the 1930's (born in 1928) a person with dark skin who comes from Africa (or whose ancestors came from Africa) (board games) the darker pieces black clothing (worn as a sign of mourning) make or become black
separate or cause to separate abruptly
the quality of having an inferior or less favorable position put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm
systematic investigation to establish facts a search for knowledge attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner inquire into
an optically inactive alcohol that is a component of the vitamin B complex
of or related to an ampulla
located in a plane that is parallel to the central plane of the sagittal suture
come to pass come to one's mind; suggest itself to be found to exist
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any cognitive content held as true a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
a determination of the place where something is (physiology) the principle that specific functions have relatively circumscribed locations in some particular part or organ of the body
blood serum containing antibodies against specific antigens; provides immunity to a disease
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an insufficient quantity or number
prove capable or fit; meet requirements pronounce fit or able make more specific make fit or prepared specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of add a modifier to a constituent
in an abnormal manner
the ability to form mental images of things or events (medicine) obtaining pictures of the interior of the body render visible, as by means of MRI imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech a schwa that is incidental to the pronunciation of a consonant an abnormal sound of the heart; sometimes a sign of abnormal function of the heart valves a complaint uttered in a low and indistinct tone speak softly or indistinctly make complaining remarks or noises under one's breath
a duct that provides ventilation (as in mines) a designated route followed by airplanes in flying from one airport to another the passages through which air enters and leaves the body a commercial enterprise that provides scheduled flights for passengers
an adrenal-cortex hormone (trade names Hydrocortone or Cortef) that is active in carbohydrate and protein metabolism
a growth in strength or number or importance the act of changing location in an upward direction an upward slope or grade (as in a road) a movement upward the amount a salary is increased the property possessed by a slope or surface that rises a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost an increase in cost increase in price or value move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead
a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol clarity of outline
a set of two similar things considered as a unit two items of the same kind two people considered as a unit a poker hand with 2 cards of the same value form a pair or pairs bring two objects, ideas, or people together occur in pairs arrange in pairs engage in sexual intercourse
hold back within allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature secure and keep for possible future use or application keep in one's mind continued in your keeping or use or memory
tissue from an animal of one species used as a temporary graft (as in cases of severe burns) on an individual of another species
the act of putting something in a certain place cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation put into a certain place or abstract location causing to fall into line or into position
a consonant that is produced with the tongue and other speech organs consisting of or related to language pertaining to or resembling or lying near the tongue
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an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest a state of widespread public excitement and interest the faculty through which the external world is apprehended
a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite the cardinal compass point that is a 270 degrees a unit of power equal to 1 joule per second; the power dissipated by a current of 1 ampere flowing across a resistance of 1 ohm the 23rd letter of the Roman alphabet
any of a class of organic compounds containing the cyano radical -CN an extremely poisonous salt of hydrocyanic acid
show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill to show, make visible or apparent give an exhibition of to an interested audience walk ostentatiously
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measure by (the volume or concentration of solutions) by titration
a compound formed by an addition reaction draw a limb towards the body
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines; below lieutenant colonel and above captain British statesman who was prime minister from 1990 until 1997 (born in 1943) a university student who is studying a particular field as the principal subject the principal field of study of a student at a university have as one's principal field of study of greater importance or stature or rank greater in scope or effect greater in number or size or amount of the field of academic study in which one concentrates or specializes of a scale or mode of greater seriousness or danger of full legal age of the elder of two boys with the same family name
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move stealthily insert inconspicuously or quickly or quietly move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner get worse move smoothly and easily to make a mistake or be incorrect pass on stealthily move easily cause to move with a smooth or sliding motion pass out of one's memory move out of position
from that time on
characterized by or of the nature of or using mimesis exhibiting mimicry
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals a concept of quantity involving zero and units a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program the number is used in calling a particular telephone a symbol used to represent a number one of a series published periodically a select company of people a numeral or string of numerals that is used for identification a clothing measurement the grammatical category for the forms of nouns and pronouns and verbs that are used depending on the number of entities involved (singular or dual or plural) an item of merchandise offered for sale add up in number or quantity give numbers to enumerate put into a group determine the number or amount of place a limit on the number of
the activity of protecting something from loss or danger the condition of being (well or ill) preserved a process that saves organic substances from decay an occurrence of improvement by virtue of preventing loss or injury or other change
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not explained having the reason or cause not made clear
decrease in size, extent, or range lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of
an airplane powered by one or more jet engines the occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid) a hard black form of lignite that takes a brilliant polish and is used in jewelry or ornamentation atmospheric discharges (lasting 10 msec) bursting from the tops of giant storm clouds in blue cones that widen as they flash upward street names for ketamine an artificially produced flow of water issue in a jet; come out in a jet; stream or spring forth fly a jet plane of the blackest black; similar to the color of jet or coal
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the act of beginning something new the first section of a communication formally making a person known to another or to the public a basic or elementary instructional text a new proposal the act of putting one thing into another the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
pose a threat to; present a danger to to utter intentions of injury or punishment against:"He threatened me when I tried to call the police" to be a menacing indication of something:"The clouds threaten rain" threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments darkened by clouds
any of a group of viruses including those that in humans cause upper respiratory infections or infectious pinkeye
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the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods problem solving that involves numbers or quantities planning something carefully and intentionally
relating to or produced by or consisting of molecules relating to simple or elementary organization
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addition of extra material or illustration or clarifying detail the result of improving something a discussion that provides additional information marked by elaborately complex detail developing in intricate and painstaking detail
a hypothetical possibility, circumstance, statement, proposal, situation, etc. based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence
a relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of `relationship' is for human relations or states of relatedness) a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection) a state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption
the largest inland sea; between Europe and Africa and Asia of or relating to or characteristic of or located near the Mediterranean Sea
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conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation go for an interview in the hope of being hired
of the present time and place very close or connected in space or time having no intervening medium immediately before or after as in a chain of cause and effect performed with little or no delay
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understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) an expression of gratitude a favorable judgment an increase in price or value
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(philosophy) a philosophical theory as to what is beautiful relating to or dealing with the subject of aesthetics concerning or characterized by an appreciation of beauty or good taste aesthetically pleasing
the concentration of attention or energy on something the act of bringing into focus direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie"
authorize officially given official approval to act
English phonetician; one of the founders of modern phonetics (1845-1912) a dish served as the last course of a meal a food rich in sugar the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth the property of tasting as if it contains sugar having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub pleasing to the ear pleasing to the senses pleasing to the mind or feeling having a natural fragrance (used of wines) having a high residual sugar content not containing or composed of salt water not soured or preserved with sweetening added in an affectionate or loving manner (`sweet' is sometimes a poetic or informal variant of `sweetly')
an organization formed by merging several groups or parties a union of political organizations the act of constituting a political unity out of a number of separate states or colonies or provinces so that each member retains the management of its internal affairs
how something is done or how it happens a particular functioning condition or arrangement a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker any of various fixed orders of the various diatonic notes within an octave the most frequent value of a random variable
(physics) the process in which there is movement of a substance from an area of high concentration of that substance to an area of lower concentration the spread of social institutions (and myths and skills) from one society to another the property of being diffused or dispersed the act of dispersing or diffusing something
a network of intersecting blood vessels or intersecting nerves or intersecting lymph vessels
in a critical manner
the act of getting recruits; enlisting people for the army (or for a job or a cause etc.)
of or relating to a decrease in the volume of circulating blood
the surgical fixation of a joint which is intended to result in bone fusion
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express or state indirectly suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic have as a logical consequence suggest that someone is guilty have as a necessary feature
music intended to be performed by one or more singers, usually with instrumental accompaniment a short musical composition with words relating to or designed for or using the singing voice having or using the power to produce speech or sound given to expressing yourself freely or insistently full of the sound of voices
change or be different within limits move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range or extend over; occupy a certain area lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line feed as in a meadow or pasture let eat assign a rank or rating to wandering freely
presence of excess lipids in the blood
an impetuous rush toward someone or something (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense the price charged for some article or service the quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body (either positive or negative) and construed as an excess or deficiency of electrons attention and management implying responsibility for safety a special assignment that is given to a person or group a person committed to your care financial liabilities (such as a tax) (psychoanalysis) the libidinal energy invested in some idea or person or object the swift release of a store of affective force request for payment of a debt a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield a quantity of explosive to be set off at one time to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against demand payment move quickly and violently assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to file a formal charge against make an accusatory claim fill or load to capacity enter a certain amount as a charge cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution give over to another for care or safekeeping pay with a credit card; pay with plastic money; postpone payment by recording a purchase as a debt lie down on command, of hunting dogs cause to be agitated, excited, or roused place a heraldic bearing on provide (a device) with something necessary direct into a position for use impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to instruct (a jury) about the law, its application, and the weighing of evidence instruct or command with authority attribute responsibility to set or ask for a certain price cause formation of a net electrical charge in or on energize a battery by passing a current through it in the direction opposite to discharge saturate
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establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study shape or influence; give direction to fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely reach, make, or come to a decision about something fix in scope; fix the boundaries of settle conclusively; come to terms find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort characterized by great determination having been learned or found or determined especially by investigation devoting full strength and concentrated attention to determined or decided upon as by an authority strongly motivated to succeed
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce) two people who are married to each other the act of marrying; the nuptial ceremony a close and intimate union
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relating to or produced by roentgenography
vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain;  the act of subjecting someone to an influencing experience the disclosure of something secret aspect resulting from the direction a building or window faces the state of being vulnerable or exposed the intensity of light falling on a photographic film or plate a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material the act of exposing film to light presentation to view in an open or public manner abandoning without shelter or protection (as by leaving as infant out in the open)
large and complicated reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity; secretes bile and functions in metabolism of protein and carbohydrate and fat; synthesizes substances involved in the clotting of the blood; synthesizes vitamin A; detoxifies poisonous substances and breaks down worn-out erythrocytes liver of an animal used as meat a person who has a special life style someone who lives in a place
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the most powerful female hormone that occurs naturally; synthesized and used to treat estrogen deficiency and breast cancer
an imperfection in a bodily system a failing or deficiency an imperfection in an object or machine a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army
bring about abruptly separate as a fine suspension of solid particles fall from clouds fall vertically, sharply, or headlong hurl or throw violently bringing on suddenly or abruptly
a mixture of two partially miscible liquids A and B produces two conjugate solutions: one of A in B and another of B in A unite chemically so that the product is easily broken down into the original compounds add inflections showing person, number, gender, tense, aspect, etc. undergo conjugation joined together especially in a pair or pairs (of a pinnate leaflet) having only one pair of leaflets formed by the union of two compounds of an organic compound; containing two or more double bonds each separated from the other by a single bond
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your consciousness of your own identity a person considered as a unique individual (used as a combining form) relating to--of or by or to or from or for--the self
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a heterosexual person; someone having a sexual orientation to persons of the opposite sex sexually attracted to members of the opposite sex
the act of traveling by foot (baseball) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls manner of walking the act of walking somewhere a path set aside for walking a slow gait of a horse in which two feet are always on the ground careers in general use one's feet to advance; advance by steps accompany or escort obtain a base on balls traverse or cover by walking give a base on balls to live or behave in a specified manner be or act in association with walk at a pace make walk take a walk; go for a walk; walk for pleasure
in addition
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority be fully aware or cognizant of detect with the senses perceive to be the same grant credentials to express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate) show approval or appreciation of
happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface occurring within an institution or community inside the country located inward innermost or essential
a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity
draw from specific cases for more general cases speak or write in generalities cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use become systemic and spread throughout the body not biologically differentiated or adapted to a specific function or environment
an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others drawing a comparison in order to show a similarity in some respect the religious belief that between creature and creator no similarity can be found so great but that the dissimilarity is always greater; any analogy between God and humans will always be inadequate
a condition in which parasites are present in the blood
furnishing added support
something having the property of being analogous to something else
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage a theatrical performance of a drama a preset plan of action in team sports a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill a state in which action is feasible utilization or exercise an attempt to get something activity by children that is guided more by imagination than by fixed rules (in games or plays or other performances) the time during which play proceeds the removal of constraints a weak and tremulous light verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) movement or space for movement gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line
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a consonant produced through the nose with the mouth closed an elongated rectangular bone that forms the bridge of the nose of or in or relating to the nose sounding as if the nose were pinched
a place where things merge or flow together (especially rivers) a flowing together a coming together of people
(virology) ultramicroscopic infectious agent that replicates itself only within cells of living hosts; many are pathogenic; a piece of nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) wrapped in a thin coat of protein a harmful or corrupting agency a software program capable of reproducing itself and usually capable of causing great harm to files or other programs on the same computer
a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished an arrangement scheme scale drawing of a structure have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
of or relating to or practicing oncology
a variation that deviates from the standard or norm the difference between an observed value and the expected value of a variable or function the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances deviate behavior a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
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on or outside the dura mater
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the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise the organized action of making of goods and services for sale persevering determination to perform a task
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always; at other times for six months"
a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something bedding that keeps a person warm in bed the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book a natural object that covers or envelops covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) fire that makes it difficult for the enemy to fire on your own individuals or formations a fixed charge by a restaurant or nightclub over and above the charge for food and drink a recording of a song that was first recorded or made popular by somebody else a false identity and background (especially one created for an undercover agent) provide with a covering or cause to be covered form a cover over span an interval of distance, space or time provide for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory travel across or pass over be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism hold within range of an aimed firearm to take an action to protect against future problems hide from view or knowledge protect or defend (a position in a game) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling protect by insurance make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities invest with a large or excessive amount of something help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of spread over a surface to conceal or protect cover as if with a shroud copulate with a female, used especially of horses put something on top of something else play a higher card than the one previously played be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game sit on (eggs) clothe, as if for protection from the elements
self-induced fluorescence
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binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
grow rapidly cause to grow or increase rapidly
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give help or assistance; be of service act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function work for or be a servant to having help; often used as a combining form
an amino acid that is found in the central nervous system; acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter
coins made of gold a deep yellow color a soft yellow malleable ductile (trivalent and univalent) metallic element; occurs mainly as nuggets in rocks and alluvial deposits; does not react with most chemicals but is attacked by chlorine and aqua regia great wealth something likened to the metal in brightness or preciousness or superiority etc. made from or covered with gold having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
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of a region of the United States generally including Ohio; Indiana; Illinois; Iowa; Missouri; Kansas; Nebraska; and sometimes Michigan; Wisconsin; Minnesota
a meeting for execution of a group's functions the time during which a school holds classes a meeting devoted to a particular activity a meeting of spiritualists
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reduce the level of land, as by erosion reduce in worth or character, usually verbally lower the grade of something; reduce its worth unrestrained by convention or morality lowered in value
occurring among members of a family usually by heredity inherited or inheritable by established rules (usually legal rules) of descent
one thing at a time proceeding in steps
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money the control of a country by military forces of a foreign power any activity that occupies a person's attention the act of occupying or taking possession of a building the period of time during which a place or position or nation is occupied
the striking of one body against another a forceful consequence; a strong effect influencing strongly the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat press or wedge together; pack together have an effect upon
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an immovable joint (especially between the bones of the skull) a seam used in surgery thread of catgut or silk or wire used by surgeons to stitch tissues together join with a suture
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a small stalk bearing a single flower of an inflorescence; an ultimate division of a common peduncle
in a systematic or consistent manner
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fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse
any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions
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join with a suture
contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
anything that contributes causally to a result an abstract part of something one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together an independent variable in statistics (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity resolve into factors be a contributing factor consider as relevant when making a decision
an enzyme that hydrolyses acetylcholine (into choline and acetic acid)
a line of units following one after another a vertical glass tube used in column chromatography; a mixture is poured in the top and washed through a stationary substance where components of the mixture are adsorbed selectively to form colored bands a vertical array of numbers or other information anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower an article giving opinions or perspectives a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument) (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure a page or text that is vertically divided any tubular or pillar-like supporting structure in the body
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integrated circuit semiconductor chip that performs the bulk of the processing and controls the parts of a system
a parenteral cephalosporin (trade name Rocephin) used for severe infection of the lungs or throat or ears or urinary tract
a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support) relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed contingent on something else (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence held from above being under the power or sovereignty of another or others addicted to a drug
someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person of or relating to the doctrine that rejects religion and religious considerations characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world not concerned with or devoted to religion of or relating to clergy not bound by monastic vows characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy
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any substance that can cause an allergy
insert a catheter into (a body part)
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mental turmoil an obstacle to attention an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something
a substance produced by the hypothalamus that is capable of accelerating the secretion of a given hormone by the anterior pituitary gland a radioactive transuranic element which has been synthesized a complex neural network in the central core of the brainstem; monitors the state of the body and functions in such processes as arousal and sleep and attention and muscle tone
a hard brittle multivalent metallic element; resistant to corrosion and tarnishing
a byproduct of inflammation; a globulin that is found in the blood in some cases of acute inflammation
an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow a journey or route all the way around a particular place or area an established itinerary of venues or events that a particular group of people travel to the boundary line encompassing an area or object (law) a judicial division of a state or the United States (so-called because originally judges traveled and held court in different locations); one of the twelve groups of states in the United States that is covered by a particular circuit court of appeals a racetrack for automobile races movement once around a course make a circuit
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a tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties favoring or promoting progress favoring or promoting reform (often by government action) (of taxes) adjusted so that the rate increases as the amount of income increases gradually advancing in extent (of a card game or a dance) involving a series of sections for which the participants successively change place or relative position advancing in severity
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an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) a slogan used to rally support for a cause a fit of weeping the characteristic utterance of an animal utter a sudden loud cry shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy proclaim or announce in public demand immediate action utter a characteristic sound bring into a particular state by crying
warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings the flesh of a bird or fowl (wild or domestic) used as food informal terms for a (young) woman a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers watch and study birds in their natural habitat
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an injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes
make less visible or unclear make unclear, indistinct, or blurred make obscure or unclear reduce a vowel to a neutral one, such as a schwa make undecipherable or imperceptible by obscuring or concealing not clearly understood or expressed marked by difficulty of style or expression difficult to find not famous or acclaimed not drawing attention remote and separate physically or socially
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
a chronic inflammation of the withers of a horse an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface
the event of one object coming closer to another the temporal property of becoming nearer in time the act of drawing spatially closer to something move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion of the relatively near future
of large size for its weight
a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex or synthesized; administered as drugs they reduce swelling and decrease the body's immune response
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the month following August and preceding October
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provide with insufficient quality or quantity of nourishment not being provided with adequate nourishment
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set up or lay the groundwork for advance or set forth in court
having great influence having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect (of a male) capable of copulation
activities associated with sexual intercourse either of the two categories (male or female) into which most organisms are divided all of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles stimulate sexually tell the sex (of young chickens)
in conjunction with; combined
the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to
something (such as a fact or circumstance) that shows an action to be reasonable or necessary a statement in explanation of some action or belief the act of defending or explaining or making excuses for by reasoning
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites ratio of the hypotenuse to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle an independent federal agency that oversees the exchange of securities to protect investors (of champagne) moderately dry
the movement of persons from one country or locality to another a group of people migrating together (especially in some given time period) (chemistry) the nonrandom movement of an atom or radical from one place to another within a molecule the periodic passage of groups of animals (especially birds or fishes) from one region to another for feeding or breeding
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume turbulent water with swells of considerable size
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a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) a feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure form the contours of
something having the property of being analogous to something else of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input
hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella joint between the femur and tibia in a quadruped; corresponds to the human knee the part of a trouser leg that provides the cloth covering for the knee
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a radiogram made by exposing photographic film to X rays; used in medical diagnosis
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a former British gold coin worth 21 shillings (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Italian descent a republic in western Africa on the Atlantic; formerly a French colony; achieved independence from France in 1958 a west African bird having dark plumage mottled with white; native to Africa but raised for food in many parts of the world
at this time or period; now
lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones reduced in strength or concentration or quality or purity
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a light truck with an open body and low sides and a tailboard a warrant to take someone into custody anything with restorative powers a casual acquaintance; often made in hope of sexual relationships the attribute of being capable of rapid acceleration mechanical device consisting of a light balanced arm that carries the cartridge an electro-acoustic transducer that is the part of the arm of a record player that holds the needle and that is removable the act or process of picking up or collecting from various places the act of taking aboard passengers or freight
in the order given
being or containing an acid; of a solution having an excess of hydrogen atoms (having a pH of less than 7) being sour to the taste
deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening
wear away through erosion or vaporization remove an organ or bodily structure made smaller or less by melting or erosion or vaporization
of amnesia; affecting time immediately following trauma
in an acute manner having a rapid onset changing suddenly in direction and degree in a shrewd manner
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service not busy; not otherwise committed convenient for use or disposal
moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness mild and pleasant
dilatation of the veins associated with the spermatic cord in the testes
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a round bump on a bone where it forms a joint with another bone
intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
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a single distinct event a public disturbance falling or striking of light rays on something (sometimes followed by `to') minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence
reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new cause to appear in a new form restored to a new condition
by selection; in a selective manner
(chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases) (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user (usually on a computer monitor) and that allows the user to interact with the system the overlap where two theories or phenomena affect each other or have links with each other (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals)
a small anatomically normal sac or bladderlike structure (especially one containing fluid)
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the possibility of future success belief about (or mental picture of) the future someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.) the visual percept of a region a prediction of the course of a disease search for something desirable explore for useful or valuable things or substances, such as minerals
render capable or able for some task
to make better get better made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing become or made better in quality (of land) made ready for development or agriculture by clearing of trees and brush
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having or exercising influence or power
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a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it) the state of being connected an instrumentality that connects (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship) the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a connecting shape a supplier (especially of narcotics) shifting from one form of transportation to another the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
to make better get better
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any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses pinkish table wine from red grapes whose skins were removed after fermentation began a dusty pink color move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead of something having a dusty purplish pink color
the branch of pharmacology that deals with the nature and effects and treatments of poisons
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all of something including all its component elements or parts an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete (of siblings) having the same parents not injured exhibiting or restored to vigorous good health acting together as a single undiversified whole to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly')
a lightweight consumer electronic device that looks like a hand-held computer but instead performs specific tasks; can serve as a diary or a personal database or a telephone or an alarm clock etc.
weight to be borne or conveyed a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time goods carried by a large vehicle an amount of alcohol sufficient to intoxicate the power output of a generator or power plant an onerous or difficult concern a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks the front part of a guided missile or rocket or torpedo that carries the nuclear or explosive charge or the chemical or biological agents electrical device to which electrical power is delivered fill or place a load on provide (a device) with something necessary transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory put (something) on a structure or conveyance corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
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a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed the sound of a bell being struck (nautical) each of the eight half-hour units of nautical time signaled by strokes of a ship's bell; eight bells signals 4:00, 8:00, or 12:00 o'clock, either a.m. or p.m. the shape of a bell a phonetician and father of Alexander Graham Bell (1819-1905) English painter; sister of Virginia Woolf; prominent member of the Bloomsbury Group (1879-1961) United States inventor (born in Scotland) of the telephone (1847-1922) a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument the flared opening of a tubular device attach a bell to
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perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater
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be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics exchange messages take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
a group of people living in a particular local area common ownership a group of nations having common interests agreement as to goals a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences (ecology) a group of interdependent organisms inhabiting the same region and interacting with each other
a cavity or space in something a small valley between mountains a depression hollowed out of solid matter remove the inner part or the core of remove the interior of not solid; having a space or gap or cavity as if echoing in a hollow space devoid of significance or point
of or relating to dimensions having dimension--the quality or character or stature proper to a person; he is pasty, bland, faceless"- Norman Cousins
taking place in the presence of oxygen
an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations a substance that exerts some force or effect a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) (physiology) the responsive adjustment of a sense organ (as the eye) to varying conditions (as of light)
the dialect of English used in Scotland of or relating to or characteristic of Scotland or its people or culture or its English dialect or Gaelic language
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endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys a band to tie or buckle around the body (usually at the waist) an elongated region where a specific condition or characteristic is found a vigorous blow a path or strip (as cut by one course of mowing) ammunition (usually of small caliber) loaded in flexible linked strips for use in a machine gun the act of hitting vigorously sing loudly and forcefully deliver a blow to fasten with a belt
a periodical that is published every month (or 12 issues per year) of or occurring or payable every month occurring once a month
the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception the state of being acceptable and accepted (contract law) words signifying consent to the terms of an offer (thereby creating a contract) banking: a time draft drawn on and accepted by a bank a disposition to tolerate or accept people or situations the act of taking something that is offered
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a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums the branch of mathematics that is concerned with limits and with the differentiation and integration of functions
a formal entry into an organization or position or office the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge an act that sets in motion some course of events
restoring compressed information to its normal form for use or display relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure)
an increase in width a part of a road that has been widened to allow cars to pass or park the act of making something wider become broader or wider or more extensive make (clothes) larger make wider extend in scope or range or area
the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments become taut or tauter make taut or tauter marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable not soft or yielding to pressure strong and sure not subject to revision or change (of especially a person's physical features) not shaking or trembling not liable to fluctuate or especially to fall securely established possessing the tone and resiliency of healthy tissue securely fixed in place unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause with resolute determination
not move; be in a resting position take a short break from one's activities in order to relax give a rest to have a place in relation to something else be at rest stay the same; remain in a certain state be inherent or innate in;  put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying sit, as on a branch rest on or as if on a pillow be inactive, refrain from acting
severe diabetes mellitus with an early onset; characterized by polyuria and excessive thirst and increased appetite and weight loss and episodic ketoacidosis; diet and insulin injections are required to control the disease
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the event of something burning (often destructive) the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke a fireplace in which a relatively small fire is burning once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) feelings of great warmth and intensity fuel that is burning and is used as a means for cooking a severe trial intense adverse criticism start firing a weapon cause to go off bake in a kiln so as to harden terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position go off or discharge drive out or away by or as if by fire call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) destroy by fire provide with fuel
communicate a disease to contaminate with a disease or microorganism corrupt with ideas or an ideology affect in a contagious way
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any of several mostly spotted fishes that resemble groupers a female deer, especially an adult female red deer located at or near the back of an animal
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stop sleeping not in a state of sleep; completely conscious mentally perceptive and responsive
a person who represents others an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose a member of the United States House of Representatives an item of information that is typical of a class or group serving to represent or typify standing for something else being or characteristic of government by representation in which citizens exercise power through elected officers and representatives
a leading instance in its field a specialized bit of heart tissue that controls the heartbeat an implanted electronic device that takes over the function of the natural cardiac pacemaker a horse used to set the pace in racing
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manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means the management of someone or something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of interact in a certain way act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression touch, lift, or hold with the hands handle effectively show and train
lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance not established beyond doubt; still undecided or unknown not established or confirmed not certain to occur; not inevitable subject to change not consistent or dependable ambiguous (especially in the negative)
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a function in which an independent variable appears as an exponent of or involving exponents
worthy of reliance or trust worthy of being depended on conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief
extend in one or more directions become larger in size or volume or quantity make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity grow vigorously exaggerate or make bigger add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing expand the influence of increased in extent or size or bulk or scope
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derived from experiment and observation rather than theory relying on medical quackery
get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval
the act of rendering optimal
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of form a critical opinion of
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention inadvertent incorrectness a misconception resulting from incorrect information (baseball) a failure of a defensive player to make an out when normal play would have sufficed departure from what is ethically acceptable (computer science) the occurrence of an incorrect result produced by a computer part of a statement that is not correct
a phosphoric ester of a nucleoside; the basic structural unit of nucleic acids (DNA or RNA)
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any rational or irrational number the basic unit of money in Brazil; equal to 100 centavos an old small silver Spanish coin being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory; not ghosts" no less than what is stated; worthy of the name not to be taken lightly capable of being treated as fact being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something of, relating to, or representing an amount that is corrected for inflation having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary (of property) fixed or immovable coinciding with reality used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence be at variance with; be out of line with be subject to change in accordance with a variable make something more diverse and varied
a mental state of extreme emotional disturbance a state of agitation or turbulent change or development the feeling of being agitated; not calm disturbance usually in protest the act of agitating something; causing it to move around (usually vigorously)
a condition characterized by excessive restlessness and movement
amount to or come to an average, without loss or gain achieve or reach on average compute the average of
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the capacity to attract and hold something strip sewn over or along an edge for reinforcement or decoration the act of applying a bandage one of a pair of mechanical devices that are attached to a ski and that will grip a ski boot; the bindings should release in case of a fall the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book stick to firmly create social or emotional ties make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose secure with or as if with ropes bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted provide with a binding fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord form a chemical bond with cause to be constipated executed with proper legal authority
a consonant produced by stopping the flow of air at some point and suddenly releasing it tending to occlude
a state in northwestern North America; the 49th state admitted to the union
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a base hit at which the batter stops safely at third base a set of three similar things considered as a unit a quantity that is three times as great as another increase threefold hit a three-base hit having three units or components or elements three times as great or many
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act between parties with a view to reconciling differences occupy an intermediate or middle position or form a connecting link or stage between two others
a leading instance in its field a specialized bit of heart tissue that controls the heartbeat an implanted electronic device that takes over the function of the natural cardiac pacemaker a horse used to set the pace in racing
a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn coarse, indigestible plant food low in nutrients; its bulk stimulates intestinal peristalsis any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber) the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions a leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth
a monosaccharide that contains six carbon atoms per molecule
of or relating to the upper jaw and face (particularly with reference to specialized surgery of the maxilla)
make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration reduce in scope while retaining essential elements make short or shorter become short or shorter edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate
a railway that is powered by electricity and that runs on a track that is raised above the street level give a promotion to or assign to a higher position raise from a lower to a higher position raise in rank or condition raised above the ground of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style increased in amount or degree
a protein in blood plasma that is the inactive precursor of thrombin
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length low in stature; not tall not sufficient to meet a need (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range not holding securities or commodities that one sells in expectation of a fall in prices of speech sounds or syllables of relatively short duration less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so lacking foresight or scope tending to crumble or break into flakes due to a large amount of shortening marked by rude or peremptory shortness
in essence or effect but not in fact (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
a detailed critical inspection short descriptive summary (of events) the act of looking or seeing or observing consider in a comprehensive way look over carefully or inspect keep under surveillance hold a review (of troops) make a survey of; for statistical purposes plot a map of (land)
a protein manufactured exclusively by the prostate gland; PSA is produced for the ejaculate where it liquifies the semen and allows sperm cells to swim freely; elevated levels of PSA in blood serum are associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer
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an intensive examination testing a student's proficiency in some special field of knowledge including all or everything broad in scope
an affliction in which some part of the body is misshapen or malformed an appearance that has been spoiled or is misshapen
condition of heightened watchfulness or preparation for action a warning serves to make you more alert to danger an automatic signal (usually a sound) warning of danger warn or arouse to a sense of danger or call to a state of preparedness engaged in or accustomed to close observation quick and energetic mentally perceptive and responsive
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a relative position or degree of value in a graded group a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process height above ground indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale aim at tear down so as to make flat with the ground make level or straight direct into a position for use talk frankly with; lay it on the line become level or even
health care for the needy; a federally and state-funded program
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a substance that contaminates
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having or localized centrally at a focus of or relating to a focus
approximately the last 10,000 years new of the immediate past or just previous to the present time
of or relating to serology
malignant neoplasm of blood-forming tissues; characterized by abnormal proliferation of leukocytes; one of the four major types of cancer
the state of being unable to produce offspring; in a woman it is an inability to conceive; in a man it is an inability to impregnate
someone who takes the place of another person a person appointed to represent or act on behalf of others providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties
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relating to or having the effect of an allergen
a slender tube inserted inside a tubular body part (as a blood vessel) to provide support during and after surgical anastomosis
a general and progressive increase in prices (cosmology) a brief exponential expansion of the universe (faster than the speed of light) postulated to have occurred shortly after the big bang lack of elegance as a consequence of being pompous and puffed up with vanity the act of filling something with air
the act of controlling or directing according to rule fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations shape or influence; give direction to check the emission of (sound)
something regarded as a normative example
the distance by which one thing clears another; the space between them vertical space available to allow easy passage under something permission to proceed
be composed of include or contain; have as a component form or compose
conducting nerve impulses in a direction opposite to normal
of or related to the amnion or characterized by developing an amnion
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances make by combining materials and parts put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions create by linking linguistic units create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts reassemble mentally
add a buffer (a solution) protect from impact
to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
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a transparent membrane that lines the abdominal cavity in mammals and covers most of the viscera
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an X ray of an artery filled with a contrast medium
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the basic unit of electric current adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites a nucleotide found in muscle cells and important in metabolism; reversibly convertible to ADP and ATP
the sharp sound of snapping noises glazed china with a network of fine cracks on the surface make a crackling sound make a crushing noise to become, or to cause to become, covered with a network of small cracks
an abnormal and usually permanent contraction of a muscle
inflammation of an artery
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a colorless protein obtained by removing heme from hemoglobin; the oxygen carrying compound in red blood cells
surgical removal of the spleen
a distensible membranous sac (usually containing liquid or gas) a bag that fills with air
the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs hit with the hand confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration an intuitive assumption the temporal end; the concluding time event whose occurrence ends something the proposition arrived at by logical reasoning (such as the proposition that must follow from the major and minor premises of a syllogism) the act of ending something a final settlement the last section of a communication the act of making up your mind about something
the act of admitting someone to enter an acknowledgment of the truth of something the fee charged for admission the right to enter
any pathology of the muscles that is not attributable to nerve dysfunction
responsive to stimulation ready susceptibility to chemical change
any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message any incitement to action an electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information about the source from which it comes communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs be a signal for or a symptom of
citrus tree bearing large round edible fruit having a thick yellow rind and juicy somewhat acid pulp large yellow fruit with somewhat acid juicy pulp; usual serving consists of a half
a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained bring up
a point or extent in space the act of putting something in a certain place a determination of the place where something is a workplace away from a studio at which some or all of a movie may be made
the relation of something to the matter at hand
signal going into an electronic system a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action a component of production; something that goes into the production of output enter (data or a program) into a computer
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scatter (radiation) by the atoms of the medium through which it passes
the gathering of a ripened crop gather, as of natural products remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation
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an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance a person who is tricked or swindled
a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action a state in which martial law applies a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage
an urgent or peremptory request the ability and desire to purchase goods and services required activity the act of demanding a condition requiring relief request urgently and forcefully require as useful, just, or proper claim as due or just lay legal claim to summon to court ask to be informed of
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a state of acute pain misery resulting from affliction psychological suffering feelings of mental or physical pain undergo or be subjected to undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) experience (emotional) pain put up with something or somebody unpleasant get worse feel pain or be in pain feel physical pain feel unwell or uncomfortable be given to undergo or suffer be set at a disadvantage troubled by pain or loss very unhappy; full of misery
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the gradual beginning or coming forth the becoming visible the act of emerging the act of coming (or going) out; becoming apparent
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a drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation; used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure
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having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
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the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord any sharply pointed projection a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf the part of a book's cover that encloses the inner side of the book's pages and that faces outward when the book is shelved a sharp rigid animal process or appendage; as a porcupine quill or a ridge on a bone or a ray of a fish fin
an official prosecutor for a judicial district
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any of a group of viruses that contain two single-strand linear RNA molecules per virion and reverse transcriptase (RNA to DNA); the virus transcribes its RNA into a cDNA provirus that is then incorporated into the host cell
of or relating to or associated with the parietal bones in the cranium
agreement in the judgment or opinion reached by a group as a whole
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continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time
production of a certain amount the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property an amount of a product the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) be the cause or source of end resistance, as under pressure or force give or supply give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another give in, as to influence or pressure move in order to make room for someone for something cause to happen or be responsible for be willing to concede be fatally overwhelmed bring in be flexible under stress of physical force cease opposition; stop fighting consent reluctantly
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one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens
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the act of soiling something make soiled, filthy, or dirty
a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning a condition in which things are not in their expected places a disturbance of the peace or of public order disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed bring disorder to
be relevant to be a part or attribute of
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a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps) an acting technique introduced by Stanislavsky in which the actor recalls emotions or reactions from his or her own life and uses them to identify with the character being portrayed
the season of growth a metal elastic device that returns to its shape or position when pushed or pulled or pressed a natural flow of ground water a point at which water issues forth the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards move forward by leaps and bounds develop into a distinctive entity spring back; spring away from an impact develop suddenly produce or disclose suddenly or unexpectedly
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a closed plane curve resulting from the intersection of a circular cone and a plane cutting completely through it rounded like an egg
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the inner surface of the hand from the wrist to the base of the fingers a linear unit based on the length or width of the human hand any plant of the family Palmae having an unbranched trunk crowned by large pinnate or palmate leaves an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event touch, lift, or hold with the hands
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without missing a year by the year; every year (usually with reference to a sum of money paid or received)
(botany) a tiny outgrowth on the surface of a petal or leaf a small nipple-shaped protuberance concerned with taste, touch, or smell a small projection of tissue at the base of a hair or tooth or feather
the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule
therapy that uses physical agents: exercise and massage and other modalities
an intense itching sensation that can have various causes (as by allergies or infection or lymphoma or jaundice etc.)
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself behave in a certain manner behave well or properly
a sudden uncontrollable attack violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles a violent disturbance a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit put to use carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions give a workout to do physical exercise learn by repetition
put into digital form, as for use in a computer
a small node small rounded wartlike protuberance on a plant (mineralogy) a small rounded lump of mineral substance (usually harder than the surrounding rock or sediment)
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a small pellet fired from an air rifle or BB gun
before the Christian era; used following dates before the supposed year Christ was born
solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels a euphemism for defecation
any small spherical group of cells containing a cavity
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the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises compatibility of observations harmony of people's opinions or actions or characters the thing arranged or agreed to the determination of grammatical inflection on the basis of word relations the verbal act of agreeing
not to a full degree or extent
the use of bacteria or viruses or toxins to destroy men and animals or food
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a nonmetallic heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water a Marxist-Leninist terrorist organization that arose out of a student protest movement in the late 1960s; wants to separate Italy from NATO and advocates violence in the service of class warfare and revolution; mostly inactive since 1989
of or relating to or caused by tides
make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to
extending or moving from a higher to a lower place on or toward a surface regarded as a base spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position
to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth do something to an excessive degree represented as greater than is true or reasonable enlarged to an abnormal degree
spontaneous removal or casting off of a body part (as the tail of a lizard or claw of a lobster) especially when the organism is injured or under attack
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a resort town in east central Florida the capital of Victoria state and 2nd largest Australian city; a financial and commercial center
of or relating to or producing a secretion
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one who stays for only a short time (physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load
a tooth situated at the front of the mouth of or near the head end or toward the front plane of a body earlier in time
the act of putting something in working order again a formal way of referring to the condition of something a frequently visited place restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken make amends for; pay compensation for move, travel, or proceed toward some place set straight or right give new life or energy to
a state in west central United States in the Rocky Mountains a river in Texas; flows southeast into the Gulf of Mexico an important river in the southwestern United States; rises in the Rocky Mountains of northern Colorado and flows southwest through Utah into Arizona (where it flows through the Grand Canyon) and then southward through the southern tip of Nevada, then forming the border between California and Arizona and finally into Mexico where it empties into the Gulf of California; the main source of water in the southwestern United States
German geophysicist who proposed the theory of continental drift (1880-1930)
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in the shape of a coil
the result of a mathematical integration; F(x) is the integral of f(x) if dF/dx = f(x) existing as an essential constituent or characteristic constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged of or denoted by an integer
the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting) the specific site of a particular gene on its chromosome the set of all points or lines that satisfy or are determined by specific conditions
give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause take possession of by force, as after an invasion suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc
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a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
for the most part of primary import
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occurring or existing before birth
the bivalent radical CH2 derived from methane
a grouping of a number of similar things come together as in a cluster or flock gather or cause to gather into a cluster
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the complete duration of something the distance or interval between two points two items of the same kind a unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand (usually taken as 9 inches) a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc. the act of sitting or standing astride to cover or extend over an area or time period
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having a flat circular shape
horny plate covering and protecting part of the dorsal surface of the digits a thin pointed piece of metal that is hammered into materials as a fastener a former unit of length for cloth equal to 1/16 of a yard attach something somewhere by means of nails take into custody hit hard succeed in obtaining a position succeed at easily locate exactly complete a pass
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in distinction from others
accepted or habitual practice a specific practice of long standing money collected under a tariff habitual patronage made according to the specifications of an individual
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malignant tumor originating in glandular epithelium
the act of certifying or bestowing a franchise on confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts validating the authenticity of something or someone
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to a great extent or degree
the inability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment
in or to another place
(surgery) tying a duct or blood vessel with a ligature (as to prevent bleeding during surgery)
of or relating to Jews or their culture or religion
an appraisal that is too high a calculation that results in an estimate that is too high
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the innermost light-sensitive membrane covering the back wall of the eyeball; it is continuous with the optic nerve
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the means of connection between things linked in series a fastener that serves to join or connect the state of being connected a connecting shape a unit of length equal to 1/100 of a chain (computing) an instruction that connects one part of a program or an element on a list to another program or list a channel for communication between groups a two-way radio communication system (usually microwave); part of a more extensive telecommunication network an interconnecting circuit between two or more locations for the purpose of transmitting and receiving data make a logical or causal connection connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces be or become joined or united or linked link with or as with a yoke
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a formation of people or things one beside another a mark that is long relative to its width a formation of people or things one behind another a length (straight or curved) without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point text consisting of a row of words written across a page or computer screen a single frequency (or very narrow band) of radiation in a spectrum a fortified position (especially one marking the most forward position of troops) a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power a connected series of events or actions or developments a spatial location defined by a real or imaginary unidimensional extent a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface a pipe used to transport liquids or gases the road consisting of railroad track and roadbed a telephone connection acting in conformity the descendants of one individual something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money in games or sports; a mark indicating positions or bounds of the playing area (often plural) a means of communication or access a particular kind of product or merchandise a commercial organization serving as a common carrier space for one line of print (one column wide and 1/14 inch deep) used to measure advertising the maximum credit that a customer is allowed a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence persuasive but insincere talk that is usually intended to deceive or impress a short personal letter a conceptual separation or distinction mechanical system in a factory whereby an article is conveyed through sites at which successive operations are performed on it be in line with; form a line along cover the interior of make a mark or lines on a surface mark with lines fill plentifully reinforce with fabric
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
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a catecholamine precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and also released at synapses
radiation lying in the ultraviolet range; wave lengths shorter than light but longer than X rays
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North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons the 21st letter of the Roman alphabet
get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval
an alliance made up of states that had been Soviet Socialist Republics in the Soviet Union prior to its dissolution in Dec 1991 a unit of radioactivity equal to the amount of a radioactive isotope that decays at the rate of 37,000,000,000 disintegrations per second
form a pair or pairs bring two objects, ideas, or people together occur in pairs arrange in pairs engage in sexual intercourse used of gloves, socks, etc. of leaves etc; growing in pairs on either side of a stem mated sexually
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develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation develop and work out fully in one's mind become due for repayment cause to ripen or develop fully grow old or older cause to ripen and discharge pus characteristic of maturity fully considered and perfected having reached full natural growth or development fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination
relating to the pineal body having the form of a pine cone
at every point with unflagging resolve
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a broad flat muscle in the calf of the leg under the gastrocnemius muscle
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weaken the consistency of (a chemical substance) become weaker, in strength, value, or magnitude
determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely clearly characterized or delimited showing clearly the outline or profile or boundary
in like or similar manner in addition equally
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a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc causing something without any direct or apparent effort a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do the effect of one thing (or person) on another one having power to influence another have and exert influence or effect shape or influence; give direction to induce into action by using one's charm
a powerful greenhouse gas emitted during the production of aluminum
a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island electrical converter consisting of a synchronous machine that converts alternating to direct current or vice versa relating to or characterized by rotation describing a circle; moving in a circle
many and different distinctly dissimilar or unlike
an informal conversation birds having a chattering call songbirds having a chattering call talk socially without exchanging too much information
the formation of a crust a hard outer layer that covers something a decorative coating of contrasting material that is applied to a surface as an inlay or overlay
a form containing a set of questions; submitted to people to gain statistical information
determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely
a ghostly appearing figure something existing in perception only something apparently sensed but having no physical reality
a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions attach a code to convert ordinary language into code fool or hoax harass with persistent criticism or carping
(logic) a statement that contradicts itself
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the act of putting something in working order again restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place the sterilization of an animal (histology) the preservation and hardening of a tissue sample to retain as nearly as possible the same relations they had in the living body restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken cause to be firmly attached decide upon or fix definitely prepare for eating by applying heat take vengeance on or get even set or place definitely kill, preserve, and harden (tissue) in order to prepare for microscopic study make fixed, stable or stationary make infertile influence an event or its outcome by illegal means put (something somewhere) firmly make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
a medicine used to relieve pain
American theologian whose sermons and writings stimulated a period of renewed interest in religion in America (1703-1758) King of England and Ireland in 1936; his marriage to Wallis Warfield Simpson created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication (1894-1972) King of England from 1901 to 1910; son of Victoria and Prince Albert; famous for his elegant sporting ways (1841-1910) King of England and Ireland from 1547 to 1553; son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour; died of tuberculosis (1537-1553) King of England who was crowned at the age of 13 on the death of his father Edward IV but was immediately confined to the Tower of London where he and his younger brother were murdered (1470-1483) King of England from 1461 to 1470 and from 1471 to 1483; was dethroned in 1470 but regained the throne in 1471 by his victory at the battle of Tewkesbury (1442-1483) son of Edward II and King of England from 1327-1377; his claim to the French throne provoked the Hundred Years' War; his reign was marked by an epidemic of the Black Plague and by the emergence of the House of Commons as the powerful arm of British Parliament (1312-1377) King of England from 1307 to 1327 and son of Edward I; was defeated at Bannockburn by the Scots led by Robert the Bruce; was deposed and died in prison (1284-1327) King of England from 1272 to 1307; conquered Wales (1239-1307) third son of Elizabeth II (born in 1964) son of Edward III who defeated the French at Crecy and Poitiers in the Hundred Years' War (1330-1376)
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keep from happening or arising; make impossible stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
an additive that enhances the effectiveness of medical treatment furnishing added support enhancing the action of a medical treatment
without question and beyond doubt
attach a code to convert ordinary language into code fool or hoax harass with persistent criticism or carping
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of or relating to trabeculae
(of illness) marked by gradual deterioration of organs and cells along with loss of function
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the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification) the act of rewriting something something that has been written again
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violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements) an abstract part of something an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or in combination constitute all matter the most favorable environment for a plant or animal one of four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to constitute the physical universe the situation in which you are happiest and most effective a straight line that generates a cylinder or cone
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an acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if the virus reaches the brain
of or relating to or constituting development
take sides for or against
with regard to space
the failure to develop some part or organ the act of withholding or withdrawing some book or writing from publication or circulation forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority (psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires
a list of writings with time and place of publication (such as the writings of a single author or the works referred to in preparing a document etc.)
inflammation of a tendon
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a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location one of two or more contesting groups either the left or right half of a body a surface forming part of the outside of an object an extended outer surface of an object an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect) a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure a family line of descent a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an elevated geological formation (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist take sides for or against
a thin triangular flap of a heart valve part of a compound leaf a small book usually having a paper cover
gone by; or in the past in the past
grow worse make worse changed for the worse in health or fitness made or become worse; impaired
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a precise rule (or set of rules) specifying how to solve some problem
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how long something has existed an era of history having some distinctive feature a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises a prolonged period of time a late time of life begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older
the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies
any of a group of drugs commonly used as diuretics in the treatment of hypertension; they block the reabsorption of sodium in the kidneys
the levorotatory form of dopa (trade names Bendopa and Brocadopa and Larodopa); as a drug it is used to treat Parkinson's disease
any liquid suitable for drinking
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress come to pass; arrive, as in due course reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position to be the product or result be found or available; The furniture comes unassembled" come forth be a native of extend or reach exist or occur in a certain point in a series cover a certain distance come under, be classified or included happen as a result add up in number or quantity develop into be received come to one's mind; suggest itself come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example proceed or get along experience orgasm have a certain priority
register formally as a participant or member register formally as a participant or member
a decrease in rate of change the extent to which something is delayed or held back any agent that retards or delays or hinders lack of normal development of intellectual capacities the act of slowing down or falling behind
recently made, produced, or harvested (of a cycle) beginning or occurring again imparting vitality and energy original and of a kind not seen before not canned or otherwise preserved not containing or composed of salt water having recently calved and therefore able to give milk with restored energy not soured or preserved free from impurities not yet used or soiled improperly forward or bold very recently
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography
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a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions attach a code to convert ordinary language into code
the derivative of a function of two or more variables with respect to a single variable while the other variables are considered to be constant a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency being or affecting only a part; not total showing favoritism (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for
a series of four related works (plays or operas or novels)
clarify by giving an example of depict with an illustration supply with illustrations
an abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off a depression scratched or carved into a surface informal terms for money a competitor who has withdrawn from competition a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game dry mash for poultry a harsh noise made by scraping poor handwriting (golf) a handicap of zero strokes an indication of damage cause friction cut the surface of; wear away the surface of scrape or rub as if to relieve itching postpone indefinitely or annul something that was scheduled remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line gather (money or other resources) together over time carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
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a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem something that results the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end have as a result or residue come about or follow as a consequence
have an existence, be extant support oneself presently existing having existence or being or actuality existing in something specified
clarify by giving an example of depict with an illustration supply with illustrations
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having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content not detailed or specific lacking subtlety; obvious being at a peak or culminating point very large in expanse or scope (of speech) heavily and noticeably regional showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause
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an area that is approximately central within some larger region the piece of ground in the outfield directly ahead of the catcher a building dedicated to a particular activity a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the object upon which interest and attention focuses a cluster of nerve cells governing a specific bodily process the middle of a military or naval formation (basketball) the person who plays center on a basketball team (football) the person who plays center on the line of scrimmage and snaps the ball to the quarterback a place where some particular activity is concentrated politically moderate persons; centrists (ice hockey) the person who plays center on a hockey team the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace the position on a hockey team of the player who participates in the face off at the beginning of the game (American football) the position of the player on the line of scrimmage who puts the ball in play a position on a basketball team of the player who participates in the jump that starts the game center upon direct one's attention on something move into the center
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear to exist appear to one's own mind or opinion
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the yield from plants in a single growing season the consequence of an effort or activity the gathering of a ripened crop the season for gathering crops gather, as of natural products remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation
be relevant to be on the mind of feeling or showing worry or solicitude involved in or affected by or having a claim to or share in culpably involved
any immature animal United States film and television actress (1913-2000) United States civil rights leader (1921-1971) British physicist and Egyptologist; he revived the wave theory of light and proposed a three-component theory of color vision; he also played an important role in deciphering the hieroglyphics on the Rosetta Stone (1773-1829) United States jazz tenor saxophonist (1909-1959) English poet (1683-1765) United States baseball player and famous pitcher (1867-1955) United States religious leader of the Mormon Church after the assassination of Joseph Smith; he led the Mormon exodus from Illinois to Salt Lake City, Utah (1801-1877) young people collectively (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh being in its early stage not tried or tested by experience
in an endogenous manner
a small inflamed elevation of skin that is nonsuppurative (as in chicken pox)
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a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) a feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure form the contours of
marked by speed and efficiency
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available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems
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excessive size; usually caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland a profusion of growth on or over something else
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continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time
what an organism looks like as a consequence of the interaction of its genotype and the environment
a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to an ordered list of times at which things are planned to occur plan for an activity or event make a schedule; plan the time and place for events
an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of urea into carbon dioxide and ammonia; is present in intestinal bacteria
of or relating to the pupil of the eye
the act of mixing together mix together different elements open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups combine (electronic signals) add as an additional element or part to bring or combine together or with something else mix so as to make a random order or arrangement
carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions learn by repetition engage in a rehearsal (of) avail oneself to engage in or perform
continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time without stop or interruption
equipment for making records someone responsible for keeping records a barrister or solicitor who serves as part-time judge in towns or boroughs a tubular wind instrument with 8 finger holes and a fipple mouthpiece
a collection of things sharing a common attribute a general concept that marks divisions or coordinations in a conceptual scheme
before a time limit expires done or happening at the appropriate or proper time at an opportune time
hormone released by the hypothalamus that controls the release of thyroid-stimulating hormone from the anterior pituitary
the shape of a wave illustrated graphically by plotting the values of the period quantity against time
the act of sending a message; causing a message to be transmitted communication by means of transmitted signals the fraction of radiant energy that passes through a substance an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted the gears that transmit power from an automobile engine via the driveshaft to the live axle
go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo
(comparative of `few' used with count nouns) quantifier meaning a smaller number of a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number
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earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something make an effort or attempt put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of take a sample of examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process give pain or trouble to test the limits of melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice
something that is a source of danger a warning that something unpleasant is imminent declaration of an intention or a determination to inflict harm on another a person who inspires fear or dread
any competition a contest of speed people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller a canal for a current of water move fast compete in a race to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others cause to move fast or to rush or race
more than average fatness
a person trained to compete in sports
disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed bring disorder to thrown into a state of disarray or confusion lacking orderly continuity not arranged in order
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a graphical recording of the cardiac cycle produced by an electrocardiograph
relating to erythrocytes
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the visible part of a television transmission a recording of both the visual and audible components (especially one containing a recording of a movie or television program) (computer science) the appearance of text and graphics on a video display broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects
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a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit the act of constructing something (as a piece of machinery) a public facility to meet for open discussion a group of persons who are gathered together for a common purpose a unit consisting of components that have been fitted together the social act of assembling
the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that cause motions of bodies an efficient incentive
of or relating to the urethra
the discharge of a fluid from some container
a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed the finger next to the thumb list in an index provide with an index adjust through indexation
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the expulsion of an ovum from the ovary (usually midway in the menstrual cycle)
equipment designed to serve a specific function (anatomy) a group of body parts that work together to perform a given function
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give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service communicated in words precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication
the condition of being physiologically lax the quality of being lax and neglectful
a patient who is residing in the hospital where he is being treated
a member of the race of people living in America when Europeans arrived a native or inhabitant of India any of the languages spoken by Amerindians of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures of or pertaining to American Indians or their culture or languages
(mineralogy) two interwoven crystals that are mirror images on each other the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about May 21 to June 20 either of two offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Gemini a waterfall in the Snake River in southern Idaho a duplicate copy duplicate or match bring two objects, ideas, or people together grow as twins give birth to twins
mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops rapid transport of goods give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service
a diagnostic procedure to detect breast tumors by the use of X rays
growth by the rapid multiplication of parts a rapid increase in number (especially a rapid increase in the number of deadly weapons)
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over
a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle a structure in animals that is similar to a human leg and used for locomotion one of the supports for a piece of furniture a part of a forked or branching shape the limb of an animal used for food a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg a cloth covering consisting of the part of a pair of trousers that covers a person's leg (nautical) the distance traveled by a sailing vessel on a single tack a section or portion of a journey or course
the act of propelling
assemble or get together collect in one place collect or gather conclude from evidence draw together into folds or puckers get people together draw and bring closer look for (food) in nature increase or develop brought together in one place
(boxing) a blow with the fist an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl a tool for making holes or indentations deliver a quick blow to drive forcibly as if by a punch make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation
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deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) bring to a destination, make a delivery to surrender someone or something to another free from harm or evil hand over to the authorities of another country pass down utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) save from sins carry out or perform relinquish possession or control over throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball cause to be born
a calcareous material harder and denser than bone that comprises the bulk of a tooth bone (calcified tissue) surrounding the pulp cavity of a tooth
the reciprocal of capacitance
a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)
the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions
the basic unit of money in Moldova the basic unit of money in Romania
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the process of giving careful thought to something information that should be kept in mind when making a decision a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting) kind and considerate regard for others a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone a considerate and thoughtful act
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one being one more than fourteen
the branch of the biological sciences dealing with the functioning of organisms processes and functions of an organism
reason by deduction; establish by deduction conclude by reasoning; in logic
a person who has achieved distinction and honor in some field relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind of major significance or importance remarkable or out of the ordinary in degree or magnitude or effect very good uppercase in an advanced stage of pregnancy
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in consume all of one's attention or time engage or hire for work ask to represent; of legal counsel give to in marriage get caught carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns) hire for work or assistance engage for service under a term of contract keep engaged
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a New England state; one of the original 13 colonies a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a single axis
a pickup truck with a gun mounted on it (basketball) a foul that can be assessed on a player or a coach or a team for unsportsmanlike conduct; does not usually involve physical contact during play of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill characterizing or showing skill in or specialized knowledge of applied arts and sciences of or relating to a practical subject that is organized according to scientific principles of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood resulting from or dependent on market factors rather than fundamental economic considerations
connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated connected by participation or association or use entangled or hindered as if e.g. in mire emotionally involved highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious enveloped
not able to perform its normal function not suitable for surgery
any skeletal muscle that draws a body part down any nerve whose activity tends to reduce the activity or tone of the body part it serves a device used by physician to press a part down or aside
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issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end have as a result or residue come about or follow as a consequence
hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells
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a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there a physician (especially an intern) who lives in a hospital and cares for hospitalized patients under the supervision of the medical staff of the hospital
a recognizable kind the act of mixing cards haphazardly engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine
connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated
of or in or belonging to the cavity of the abdomen
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the herpes virus that causes infectious mononucleosis; associated with specific cancers in Africa and China
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of or relating to lymphocytes
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something that results a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
(physics) a measure of the extent to which a substance transmits light or other electromagnetic radiation
wanting in physical strength overly diluted; thin and insipid (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings tending downward in price deficient or lacking in some skill lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality (used of verbs) having standard (or regular) inflection not having authority, political strength, or governing power deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc likely to fail under stress or pressure deficient in intelligence or mental power
the quality of being unresponsive; not reacting; as a quality of people, it is marked by a failure to respond quickly or with emotion to people or events
an implement used in the practice of a vocation the means whereby some act is accomplished a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else obscene terms for penis drive ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it furnish with tools work with a tool
involving or constituting a cause; causing
social or financial or professional status or reputation an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event the act of assuming or maintaining an erect upright position be standing; be upright be in some specified state or condition occupy a place or location, also metaphorically hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright put up with something or somebody unpleasant have or maintain a position or stand on an issue remain inactive or immobile be in effect; be or remain in force be tall; have a height of; copula put into an upright position withstand the force of something be available for stud services having a supporting base not created for a particular occasion (of fluids) not moving or flowing executed in or initiated from a standing position (of persons) on the feet; having the torso in an erect position supported by straight legs permanent
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities a feeling of trust (in someone or something) a state of confident hopefulness that events will be favorable a trustful relationship a secret that is confided or entrusted to another
pumping a liquid into an organ or tissue (especially by way of blood vessels)
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the administration of an anticoagulant drug to retard coagulation of the blood
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immediately following in time or order nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space (of elected officers) elected but not yet serving at the time or occasion immediately following
the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one a team that plays football being one more than ten
something additional of the same kind a copy that corresponds to an original exactly make or do or perform again duplicate or match make a duplicate or duplicates of increase twofold identically copied from an original being two identical
of or relating to the pelvis
be able to spare or give up be the cause or source of have the financial means to do something or buy something afford access to
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increase by a factor of two raising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2 increase twofold hit a two-base hit bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions bridge: make a demand for (a card or suit) make or do or perform again
any compound containing a chlorine atom any salt of hydrochloric acid (containing the chloride ion)
with regard to pharmacology
an antimalarial drug used to treat malaria and amebic dysentery and systemic lupus erythematosus
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come to pass come to one's mind; suggest itself to be found to exist
an enzyme produced in the stomach that splits proteins into peptones
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions bearing or marked with a label or tag
in an aggressive manner in a well delineated manner changing suddenly in direction and degree very suddenly and to a great degree
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk the youngest member of a group (not necessarily young) an immature childish person an unborn child; a human fetus (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women a very young mammal a project of personal concern to someone treat with excessive indulgence
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of or relating to or located near the oropharynx
a separate part of a whole an item that is an instance of some type;  a portion of a natural object a musical work that has been created an instance of some kind an artistic or literary composition a portable gun a serving that has been cut from a larger portion a distance a work of art of some artistic value a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a share of something game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games to join or unite the pieces of create by putting components or members together join during spinning eat intermittently; take small bites of repair by adding pieces
a widely used inhalation anesthetic
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surgical removal of part of a structure or organ
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
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a demanding or stimulating situation a call to engage in a contest or fight questioning a statement and demanding an explanation a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror a demand by a sentry for a password or identification take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law
a person who seeks the advice of a lawyer someone who pays for goods or services (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network
a long narrow opening obscene terms for female genitals a depression scratched or carved into a surface a narrow fissure make a clean cut through cut a slit into
a chemical reaction in which water reacts with a compound to produce other compounds; involves the splitting of a bond and the addition of the hydrogen cation and the hydroxide anion from the water
lose thickness; become thin or thinner make thin or thinner lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight of relatively small extent from one surface to the opposite or in cross section lacking excess flesh very narrow not dense relatively thin in consistency or low in density; not viscous (of sound) lacking resonance or volume lacking spirit or sincere effort lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame" without viscosity
put in effect meet the requirements or expectations of fill or meet a want or need
a haphazard distribution in all directions the act of scattering to cause to separate and go in different directions move away from each other;  distribute loosely sow by scattering cause to separate strew or distribute over an area
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any shape that is triangular in cross section a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States a diacritical mark (an inverted circumflex) placed above certain letters (such as the letter c) to indicate pronunciation a heel that is an extension of the sole of the shoe (golf) an iron with considerable loft and a broad sole something solid that is usable as an inclined plane (shaped like a V) that can be pushed between two things to separate them a block of wood used to prevent the sliding or rolling of a heavy object put, fix, force, or implant squeeze like a wedge into a tight space
a doctor's degree in optometry the right eye
a particular course of action intended to achieve a result (psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant a mental process that you are not directly aware of a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition deal with in a routine way perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against march in a procession shape, form, or improve a material deliver a warrant or summons to someone
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the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting) the specific site of a particular gene on its chromosome the set of all points or lines that satisfy or are determined by specific conditions
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions what something is used for the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose propose or intend reach a decision
of or relating to serving as publicity of or relating to advancement
a lofty level or position or degree an air mass of higher than normal pressure a state of sustained elation a state of altered consciousness induced by alcohol or narcotics a high place a public secondary school usually including grades 9 through 12 a forward gear with a gear ratio that gives the greatest vehicle velocity for a given engine speed greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high') standing above others in quality or position used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency happy and excited and energetic (used of the smell of meat) smelling spoiled or tainted slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana) at a great altitude in or to a high position, amount, or degree in a rich manner far up toward the source
a small molecule (not a protein but sometimes a vitamin) essential for the activity of some enzymes
a new appraisal or evaluation
a circular segment of a curve movement that causes the formation of a curve curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) an angular or rounded shape made by folding a town in central Oregon at the eastern foot of the Cascade Range diagonal line traversing a shield from the upper right corner to the lower left form a curve change direction cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form bend one's back forward from the waist on down turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest bend a joint
carried on within the bounds of an institution or community
the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates a structure shaped like a funnel in the outlet of the kidney into which urine is discharged before passing into the ureter
a long thin implement made of metal or wood any rod-shaped bacterium a linear measure of 16.5 feet a square rod of land a visual receptor cell that is sensitive to dim light a gangster's pistol
relating to the process of education providing knowledge
having a strong affinity for water; tending to dissolve in, mix with, or be wetted by water
visual examination of the interior of a hollow body organ by use of an endoscope
a congenital disease affecting T cells that can result from a mutation in any one of several different genes; children with it are susceptible to infectious disease; if untreated it is lethal within the first year or two of life
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of or relating to the occiput
time during which some action is awaited the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time cause to be slowed down or delayed act later than planned, scheduled, or required stop or halt slow the growth or development of
increase in extent or intensity
a set of two similar things considered as a unit two items of the same kind two people considered as a unit a poker hand with 2 cards of the same value form a pair or pairs bring two objects, ideas, or people together occur in pairs arrange in pairs engage in sexual intercourse
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement marked by the appetites and passions of the body
a long slender medical instrument for examining the interior of a bodily organ or performing minor surgery
of or contained in or performing the function of the veins
the act of forming or establishing something an organization founded and united for a specific purpose the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something a public or private structure (business or governmental or educational) including buildings and equipment for business or residence any large organization (ecology) the process by which a plant or animal becomes established in a new habitat the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof
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a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit housing in a large building that is divided into separate units (computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permitted an inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tension a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope a metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine an obstruction in a pipe or tube a platform from which an auctioneer sells the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements render unsuitable for passage hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of stop from happening or developing interfere with or prevent the reception of signals run on a block system interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block obstruct block passage through support, secure, or raise with a block impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) be unable to remember shape by using a block shape into a block or blocks prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)
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spindle-shaped bacterial cell especially one swollen at the center by an endospore
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a naturally occurring weak estrogenic hormone secreted by the mammalian ovary; synthesized (trade name Estronol) and used to treat estrogen deficiency
the branch of medicine that deals with diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs
domestic swine a coarse obnoxious person a person regarded as greedy and pig-like uncomplimentary terms for a policeman mold consisting of a bed of sand in which pig iron is cast a crude block of metal (lead or iron) poured from a smelting furnace live like a pig, in squalor eat greedily give birth
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give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration
tending to check bleeding by contracting the tissues or blood vessels
the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones any of various squash plants grown for their elongated fruit with smooth dark green skin and whitish flesh very tender and very nutritious tissue from marrowbones large elongated squash with creamy to deep green skins the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
with efficiency; in an efficient manner
be fully aware or cognizant of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make real or concrete; give reality or substance to earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages convert into cash; of goods and property expand or complete (a part in a piece of baroque music) by supplying the harmonies indicated in the figured bass successfully completed or brought to an end
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a chronic disorder that occurs in tropical and non-tropical forms and in both children and adults; nutrients are not absorbed; symptoms include foul-smelling diarrhea and emaciation
table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted game equipment (as a piece of wood, plastic, or ivory) used for keeping a count or reserving a space in various card or board games a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers a person who counts things a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) (computer science) a register whose contents go through a regular series of states (usually states indicating consecutive integers) a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe or boot a return punch (especially by a boxer) speak in response act in advance of; deal with ahead of time indicating opposition or resistance in the opposite direction
a message that helps you remember something an experience that causes you to remember something someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided
of or involving or caused by or being microbes
an abstract part of something an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system any of the more than 100 known substances (of which 92 occur naturally) that cannot be separated into simpler substances and that singly or in combination constitute all matter the most favorable environment for a plant or animal one of four substances thought in ancient and medieval cosmology to constitute the physical universe the situation in which you are happiest and most effective a straight line that generates a cylinder or cone
annual or biennial grass having erect flower spikes and light brown grains grains of common wheat; sometimes cooked whole or cracked as cereal; usually ground into flour a variable yellow tint; dull yellow, often diluted with white
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make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
a salt or ester of lactic acid give suck to
a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something lower in value by increasing the base-metal content make an alloy of
(military) a person who freely enlists for service a person who performs voluntary work a native or resident of Tennessee tell voluntarily agree freely do volunteer work
determine the number or amount of have weight; have import, carry weight show consideration for; take into account name or recite the numbers in ascending order put into a group include as if by counting have a certain value or carry a certain weight have faith or confidence in take account of
of or relating to or produced by evolution
the part of the leg between the hip and the knee the upper joint of the leg of a fowl
fresh fruits and vegetable grown for the market bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
an alkaloid plant toxin extracted chiefly from nux vomica; formerly used as a stimulant
perform vaccinations or produce immunity in by inoculation having been rendered unsusceptible to a disease
clear or deep perception of a situation a feeling of understanding the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation grasping the inner nature of things intuitively
bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
of or relating to or involving gonadotropin
a motor vehicle with two wheels and a strong frame ride a motorcycle
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medicine consisting of a tablet (trade name Carafate) used to treat peptic ulcers; said to bind to the ulcer site and coat it
hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and placenta; stimulates the gonads and controls reproductive activity
a person secretly employed in espionage for a government someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information being in force or having or exerting force relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine effective; producing a desired effect (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
any enzyme that catalyzes the splitting of proteins into smaller peptide fractions and amino acids by a process known as proteolysis
a tense of verbs used in describing action that has been completed (sometimes regarded as perfective aspect) make perfect or complete being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers precisely accurate or exact
the outermost layer of the epidermis consisting of dead cells that slough off
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the process of gradually becoming inferior a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current the organic phenomenon of rotting an inferior state resulting from the process of decaying the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current fall into decay or ruin undergo decay or decomposition
one who is the object of choice; who is given preference the name for Korea as a Japanese province (1910-1945) an exclusive group of people pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives select as an alternative over another see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
the immediate descendants of a person
of or relating to or affected by hypothermia
a physician who specializes in surgery
an artificial source of visible illumination a piece of furniture holding one or more electric light bulbs
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a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an award conferred by a college or university signifying that the recipient has satisfactorily completed a course of study a measure for arcs and angles the highest power of a term or variable a unit of temperature on a specified scale the seriousness of something (e.g., a burn or crime)
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a device that requires skill for proper use the means whereby some act is accomplished a person used by another to gain an end (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right the semantic role of the entity (usually inanimate) that the agent uses to perform an action or start a process any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling write an instrumental score for address a legal document to
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someone who suppresses a gene that suppresses the phenotypic expression of another gene (especially of a mutant gene) an electrical device for suppressing unwanted currents
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a licensed medical practitioner
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) an arrangement scheme something intended as a guide for making something else a decorative or artistic work an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something the creation of something in the mind make or work out a plan for; devise plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form create designs conceive or fashion in the mind; invent intend or have as a purpose
a safety belt used in a car or plane to hold you in your seat in case of an accident
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a drug used to treat or prevent convulsions (as in epilepsy)
describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of draw up an outline or sketch for something trace the shape of showing clearly the outline or profile or boundary
the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect
pathology in which iron accumulates in the tissues; characterized by bronzed skin and enlarged liver and diabetes mellitus and abnormalities of the pancreas and the joints
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make a break in throw into disorder interfere in someone else's activity marked by breaks or gaps
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the act of rotating as if on an axis (mathematics) a transformation in which the coordinate axes are rotated by a fixed angle about the origin a single complete turn (axial or orbital) a planned recurrent sequence (of crops or personnel etc.)
not fake or counterfeit not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something
an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept something that restricts freedom as a cage restricts movement United States composer of avant-garde music (1912-1992) the net that is the goal in ice hockey a movable screen placed behind home base to catch balls during batting practice confine in a cage
the line that appears to bound an object a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory a schematic or preliminary plan describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of draw up an outline or sketch for something trace the shape of
tissue or organ transplanted from a donor of the same species but different genetic makeup; recipient's immune system must be suppressed to prevent rejection of the graft
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a nerve that passes impulses from receptors toward or to the central nervous system
a calculus formed in the gall bladder or its ducts
follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
curving inward
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by electricity
be present or associated with an event or entity go or travel along with perform an accompaniment to be a companion to somebody having companions or an escort playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment
in or to a place that is lower
a just detectable amount an indication that something has been present a suggestion of some quality a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image either of two lines that connect a horse's harness to a wagon or other vehicle or to a whiffletree a visible mark (as a footprint) left by the passage of person or animal or vehicle follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
an investigator who is employed to find missing persons or missing goods an instrument used to make tracings (radiology) any radioactive isotope introduced into the body to study metabolism or other biological processes ammunition whose flight can be observed by a trail of smoke
of or relating to feces
a set whose members are members of another set; a set contained within another set
make worse exasperate or irritate
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study shape or influence; give direction to fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely reach, make, or come to a decision about something fix in scope; fix the boundaries of settle conclusively; come to terms find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
a failure to maintain a higher state deteriorate in health go back to bad behavior
one of the four pointed conical teeth (two in each jaw) located between the incisors and the premolars any of various fissiped mammals with nonretractile claws and typically long muzzles of or relating to a pointed conical tooth of or relating to or characteristic of members of the family Canidae
a tortuous and twisted shape or position a twisting force
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable lack of an adequate quantity or number
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the number of occurrences within a given time period the ratio of the number of observations in a statistical category to the total number of observations the number of observations in a given statistical category
a crackling or hissing noise caused by electrical interference angry criticism not in physical motion concerned with or producing or caused by static electricity showing little if any change
the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one being one more than twelve
the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed a sudden outburst of anger (pathology) abnormal sensitivity to stimulation the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment the act of troubling or annoying someone
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an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
a tenth part; one part in ten equal parts position ten in a countable series of things coming next after the ninth and just before the eleventh in position
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act between parties with a view to reconciling differences occupy an intermediate or middle position or form a connecting link or stage between two others
(mathematics) a rectangular array of quantities or expressions set out by rows and columns; treated as a single element and manipulated according to rules (geology) amass of fine-grained rock in which fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded an enclosure within which something originates or develops (from the Latin for womb) the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded the formative tissue at the base of a nail mold used in the production of phonograph records, type, or other relief surface
a line that indicates a boundary of questionable or minimal quality
a structure in a hollow organ (like the heart) with a flap to insure one-way flow of fluid through it device in a brass wind instrument for varying the length of the air column to alter the pitch of a tone control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid the entire one-piece shell of a snail and certain other molluscs one of the paired hinged shells of certain molluscs and of brachiopods
too much production or more than expected
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toxin secreted by animals; secreted by certain snakes and poisonous insects (e.g., spiders and scorpions) feeling a need to see others suffer
act between parties with a view to reconciling differences occupy an intermediate or middle position or form a connecting link or stage between two others acting or brought about through an intervening agency
shaped like a cross
place on top of placed on or over something else with one layer on top of another
the act of removing the contents of something the act of evacuating; leaving a place in an orderly fashion; especially for protection the bodily process of discharging waste matter
having a capacity for adaptation
(genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids
block passage through
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a mutual or reciprocal action; interacting (physics) the transfer of energy between elementary particles or between an elementary particle and a field or between fields; mediated by gauge bosons
merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film) the act of liberating someone or something a process that liberates or discharges something an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) euphemistic expressions for death a legal document evidencing the discharge of a debt or obligation a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion the act of allowing a fluid to escape a formal written statement of relinquishment (music) the act or manner of terminating a musical phrase or tone release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available
having a single pole
a potent androgenic hormone produced chiefly by the testes; responsible for the development of male secondary sex characteristics
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of or relating to a fetus
restricting according to rules or principles
an intense desire for some particular thing have a craving, appetite, or great desire for plead or ask for earnestly
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length low in stature; not tall not sufficient to meet a need (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range not holding securities or commodities that one sells in expectation of a fall in prices of speech sounds or syllables of relatively short duration less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so lacking foresight or scope tending to crumble or break into flakes due to a large amount of shortening marked by rude or peremptory shortness
the main land mass of a country or continent; as distinguished from an island or peninsula
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc prepare for eating by applying heat to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery arrange by systematic planning and united effort educate for a future role or function create by training and teaching lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession
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a mark left (usually on the skin) by the healing of injured tissue an indication of damage mark with a scar
the option to sell a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date put into a certain place or abstract location cause to be in a certain state; cause to be in a certain relation formulate in a particular style or language attribute or give make an investment estimate cause (someone) to undergo something adapt arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place continuance in time the property of being the extent of something from beginning to end size of the gap between two places a section of something that is long and narrow
attach something somewhere by means of nails take into custody hit hard succeed in obtaining a position succeed at easily locate exactly complete a pass
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person occupy or take on seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession make a pretence of take up someone's soul into heaven put clothing on one's body adopted in order to deceive
an event that repeats to say, state, or perform again make or do or perform again happen or occur again to say again or imitate do over repeat an earlier theme of a composition
act as a stimulant cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to be alert and energetic cause to occur rapidly stir feelings in provide the needed stimulus for
exhale hard be blowing or storming free of obstruction by blowing air through be in motion due to some air or water current make a sound as if blown shape by blowing make a mess of, destroy or ruin spend thoughtlessly; throw away spend lavishly or wastefully on sound by having air expelled through a tube play or sound a wind instrument provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation cause air to go in, on, or through cause to move by means of an air current spout moist air from the blowhole leave; informal or rude lay eggs cause to be revealed and jeopardized show off allow to regain its breath melt, break, or become otherwise unusable burst suddenly being moved or acted upon by moving air or vapor breathing laboriously or convulsively
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a fibrous scleroprotein in bone and cartilage and tendon and other connective tissue; yields gelatin on boiling
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the place where some action occurs an incident (real or imaginary) the visual percept of a region a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film a situation treated as an observable object a subdivision of an act of a play a display of bad temper graphic art consisting of the graphic or photographic representation of a visual percept the context and environment in which something is set the painted structures of a stage set that are intended to suggest a particular locale
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an intense or violent exertion the act of distorting something so it seems to mean something it was not intended to mean to exert much effort or energy test the limits of use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious become stretched or tense or taut remove by passing through a filter rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender alter the shape of (something) by stress taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance
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the membrane that forms the wall of the blastocyst in early development; aids implantation in the uterine wall
the beginning of anything the time at which something is supposed to begin a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) a sudden involuntary movement the act of starting something a line indicating the location of the start of a race or a game a signal to begin (as in a race) the advantage gained by beginning early (as in a race) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action set in motion, cause to start leave have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense bring into being get off the ground move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm get going or set in motion begin or set in motion begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job play in the starting lineup have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object bulge outward
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not forming an essential part of a thing or arising or originating from the outside
a bar chart representing a frequency distribution; heights of the bars represent observed frequencies
instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole (physical chemistry) a sample of matter in which substances in different phases are in equilibrium a complex of methods or rules governing behavior an organized structure for arranging or classifying a group of physiologically or anatomically related organs or parts a procedure or process for obtaining an objective the living body considered as made up of interdependent components forming a unified whole an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized
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a unit of luminous flux equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle of 1 steradian by a point source of 1 candela intensity radiating uniformly in all directions a cavity or passage in a tubular organ
(physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation the ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others) susceptibility to a pathogen the ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment
causing physical or psychological pain causing misery or pain or distress exceptionally bad or displeasing causing physical discomfort; they can be very painful"
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an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis an inclination or liking for things involving conflict or difficulty or unpleasantness an appetite for food bear to eat put up with something or somebody unpleasant
loss of hair (especially on the head) or loss of wool or feathers; in humans it can result from heredity or hormonal imbalance or certain diseases or drugs and treatments (chemotherapy for cancer)
a colorless and odorless inert gas; one of the six inert gases; comprises approximately 1% of the earth's atmosphere
happening again (especially at regular intervals)
a particular society at a particular time and place the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group all the knowledge and values shared by a society (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar) a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization the raising of plants or animals grow in a special preparation
a disavowal or taking back of a previous assertion the act of pulling or holding or drawing a part back
an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard knife sharpener consisting of a ridged steel rod get ready for something difficult or unpleasant cover, plate, or edge with steel
an associate that one works with a person who is member of one's class or profession
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an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus
show a response or a reaction to something act against or in opposition to undergo a chemical reaction; react with another substance under certain conditions
of or involving excess nitrogenous waste products in the urine (usually due to kidney insufficiency)
in a harmful manner in a negative way
a disease of the respiratory mucous membrane
a steep place (as on a hill) devote (oneself) fully to let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse having a sharp inclination greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation of a slope; set at a high angle
a general term for the research activity that creates a copy of some biological entity (a gene or organism or cell) make multiple identical copies of
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not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality arising from error erroneous and usually accidental deliberately deceptive inappropriate to reality or facts not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; it's real synthetic fur" designed to deceive inaccurate in pitch adopted in order to deceive (used especially of persons) not dependable in devotion or affection; unfaithful in a disloyal and faithless manner
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(immunology) the attraction between an antigen and an antibody (anthropology) kinship by marriage or adoption; not a blood relationship (biology) state of relationship between organisms or groups of organisms resulting in resemblance in structure or structural parts a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character the force attracting atoms to each other and binding them together in a molecule inherent resemblance between persons or things a natural attraction or feeling of kinship
without doubt or question in an intelligible manner clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment in an easily perceptible manner
deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually
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writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) anything serving as a representation of a person's thinking by means of symbolic marks a written account of ownership or obligation (computer science) a computer file that contains text (and possibly formatting instructions) using seven-bit ASCII characters record in detail support or supply with references
of or relating to or near the femur or thigh
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reading carefully with intent to remember consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning give careful consideration to be a student of a certain subject learn by reading books; I must hit the books now" think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction the technical aspects of doing something a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function (philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
of or relating to or located in a mesentery
something added to another thing but not an essential part of it a person who is an assistant or subordinate to another a construction that can be used to extend the meaning of a word or phrase but is not one of the main constituents of a sentence furnishing added support of or relating to a person who is subordinate to another
of or relating to a septum
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surgical procedure that creates an opening from the ileum through the abdominal wall to function as an anus; performed in cases of cancer of the colon or ulcerative colitis
any of a group of enzymes (occurring especially in plant cells) that catalyze the oxidation of a compound by a peroxide
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the number of the pregnancy that a woman is in a pregnant woman
the property of a continuous and connected period of time persistent determination the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior
the quality of being near to the true value (mathematics) the number of significant figures given in a number
a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums the branch of mathematics that is concerned with limits and with the differentiation and integration of functions
the largest Latin American country and the largest Portuguese speaking country in the world; located in the central and northeastern part of South America; world's leading coffee exporter three-sided tropical American nut with white oily meat and hard brown shell
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a bachelor's degree in religion
express in words report or maintain express a supposition have or contain a certain wording or form give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way communicate or express nonverbally utter aloud state as one's opinion or judgement; declare recite or repeat a fixed text indicate being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
inflammation of a Fallopian tube (usually the result of infection spreading from the vagina or uterus) or of a Eustachian tube
the monovalent group -OH in such compounds as bases and some acids and alcohols
an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect any clever maneuver any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) an emblematic design (especially in heraldry)
one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object one of the parts into which something naturally divides divide into segments divide or split up
being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs) an abnormally strong craving (Roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to a master
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a salt or ester of propenoic acid
the spatial property of the way in which something is placed contact established between applicants and prospective employees the act of putting something in a certain place
an overactive thyroid gland; pathologically excessive production of thyroid hormones or the condition resulting from excessive production of thyroid hormones
not suitable for a particular occasion etc not in keeping with what is correct or proper
having strength or power greater than average or expected not faint or feeble having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with of good quality and condition; solidly built of verbs not having standard (or regular) inflection being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content freshly made or left strong and sure
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear the feelings expressed on a person's face the general outward appearance of something the striking or working surface of an implement a part of a person that is used to refer to a person a surface forming part of the outside of an object the part of an animal corresponding to the human face the side upon which the use of a thing depends (usually the most prominent surface of an object) a contorted facial expression a specific size and style of type within a type family status in the eyes of others impudent aggressiveness a vertical surface of a building or cliff deal with (something unpleasant) head on oppose, as in hostility or a competition be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to be opposite turn so as to face; turn the face in a certain direction present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize turn so as to expose the face line the edge (of a garment) with a different material cover the front or surface of
pertaining to the anus and rectum considered together
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using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices relating to or concerned with machinery or tools relating to or governed by or in accordance with mechanics
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any of various funnel-shaped parts of the body (but especially the hypophyseal stalk)
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred a statement or assertion of verified information about something that is the case or has happened an event known to have happened or something known to have existed a concept whose truth can be proved
react verbally respond to a signal give the correct answer or solution to understand the meaning of give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) be liable or accountable be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity match or correspond be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of react to a stimulus or command
(law) a name under which a corporation conducts business that is not the legal name of the corporation as shown in its articles of incorporation
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere cause to come into a particular state or condition cause to happen or to occur as a consequence go or come after and bring or take back bring into a different state be accompanied by advance or set forth in court bestow a quality on be sold for a certain price attract the attention of induce or persuade
an uninflected function word that serves to conjoin words or phrases or clauses or sentences an instrumentality that connects connecting or tending to connect
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the part of a golf course bordering the fairway where the grass is not cut short prepare in preliminary or sketchy form having or caused by an irregular surface (of persons or behavior) lacking refinement or finesse not quite exact or correct full of hardship or trials violently agitated and turbulent unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound ready and able to resort to force or violence of the margin of a leaf shape; having the edge cut or fringed or scalloped causing or characterized by jolts and irregular movements not shaped by cutting or trimming not carefully or expertly made not perfected unpleasantly stern unkind or cruel or uncivil with roughness or violence (`rough' is an informal variant for `roughly') with rough motion as over a rough surface
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(informal) small and of little importance of little substance or significance concerned with trivialities
a period of 10 years the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated the educator who has executive authority for a school an actor who plays a principal role capital as contrasted with the income derived from it (criminal law) any person involved in a criminal offense, regardless of whether the person profits from such involvement the major party to a financial transaction at a stock exchange; buys and sells for his own account most important element
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the part of the skull of a vertebrate that frames the mouth and holds the teeth the bones of the skull that frame the mouth and serve to open it; the bones that hold the teeth holding device consisting of one or both of the opposing parts of a tool that close to hold an object talk socially without exchanging too much information talk incessantly and tiresomely chew (food); to bite and grind with the teeth censure severely or angrily
abnormal absorption of nutrients from the digestive tract
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a crystalline metallic element not found in nature; occurs as one of the fission products of uranium
station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves either extremity of something that has length electronic equipment consisting of a device providing access to a computer; has a keyboard and display of or relating to or situated at the ends of a delivery route relating to or occurring in a term or fixed period of time being or situated at an end occurring at or forming an end or termination causing or ending in or approaching death
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
(physics and chemistry) the simplest structural unit of an element or compound (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything
the sport of siting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements travel by being carried on horseback sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be carried or travel on or in a vehicle continue undisturbed and without interference move like a floating object harass with persistent criticism or carping be sustained or supported or borne have certain properties when driven be contingent on lie moored or anchored sit on and control a vehicle climb up on the body ride over, along, or through keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot copulate with relieve from
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a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) a quick short straight punch the act of touching someone suddenly with your finger or elbow poke or thrust abruptly strike or punch with quick and short blows stab or pierce
a specific instance of feeling hopeful the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled grounds for feeling hopeful about the future someone (or something) on which expectations are centered United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003) one of the three Christian virtues expect and wish be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes intend with some possibility of fulfilment
a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose
of or relating to bacteriology
the act of deciding to do something the act of changing your residence or place of business a change of position that does not entail a change of location the act of changing location from one place to another (game) a player's turn to take some action permitted by the rules of the game change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion change residence, affiliation, or place of employment follow a procedure or take a course be in a state of action go or proceed from one point to another perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) have an emotional or cognitive impact upon give an incentive for action arouse sympathy or compassion in dispose of by selling progress by being changed live one's life in a specified environment have a turn; make one's move in a game propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting
a small container a pill in the form of a small rounded gelatinous container with medicine inside a dry dehiscent seed vessel or the spore-containing structure of e.g. mosses a shortened version of a written work a structure that encloses a body part a spacecraft designed to transport people and support human life in outer space a pilot's seat in an airplane that can be forcibly ejected in the case of an emergency; then the pilot descends by parachute enclose in a capsule put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume
how a result is obtained or an end is achieved an instrumentality for accomplishing some end considerable capital (wealth or income) an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose
a person attached to the household of a high official (as a pope or bishop) who renders service in return for support a friend who is frequently in the company of another a spirit (usually in animal form) that acts as an assistant to a witch or wizard well known or easily recognized within normal everyday experience; common and ordinary; not strange (usually followed by `with') well informed about or knowing thoroughly having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship
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being or characterized by concepts or their formation
relating to or having the characteristics of a family occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface any of various air-filled cavities especially in the bones of the skull a wide channel containing blood; does not have the coating of an ordinary blood vessel
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a field on which the buildings of a university are situated
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a determining or causal element or factor the site on the surface of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself a square matrix used to solve simultaneous equations
the dissemination of copies of periodicals (as newspapers or magazines) movement through a circuit; especially the movement of blood through the heart and blood vessels (library science) the count of books that are loaned by a library over a specified period number of copies of a newspaper or magazine that are sold free movement or passage (as of cytoplasm within a cell or sap through a plant) the spread or transmission of something (as news or money) to a wider group or area
the power or capacity of an organism to tolerate unfavorable environmental conditions a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior the act of tolerating something willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
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be composed of include or contain; have as a component form or compose
a highly toxic chemical nerve agent that inhibits the activity of cholinesterase a unit of magnetomotive force equal to 0.7958 ampere-turns a unit of information equal to 1000 megabits or 10^9 (1,000,000,000) bits a unit of information equal to 1000 megabytes or 10^9 (1,000,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 mebibytes or 2^30 (1,073,741,824) bytes an island comprising England and Scotland and Wales
promote over another consider as the favorite treat gently or carefully bestow a privilege upon
get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force be placed or located between other things or extend between spaces and events occur between other event or between certain points of time occurring or falling between events or points in time
personal state of isolation and anxiety resulting from a lack of social control and regulation lack of moral standards in a society
extremely harmful; bringing physical or financial ruin
the framework for a pair of eyeglasses a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film alternative names for the body of a human being (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat a single drawing in a comic_strip an application that divides the user's display into two or more windows that can be scrolled independently a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror one of the ten divisions into which bowling is divided enclose in or as if in a frame enclose in a frame, as of a picture take or catch as if in a snare or trap formulate in a particular style or language make up plans or basic details for construct by fitting or uniting parts together
a reciprocal relation between two or more things a statistic representing how closely two variables co-vary; it can vary from -1 (perfect negative correlation) through 0 (no correlation) to +1 (perfect positive correlation) a statistical relation between two or more variables such that systematic changes in the value of one variable are accompanied by systematic changes in the other
of or relating to the fibula or the outer part of the leg below the knee
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a potent substance that acts like a hormone and is found in many bodily tissues (and especially in semen); produced in response to trauma and may affect blood pressure and metabolism and smooth muscle activity
a conductor used to make electrical contact with some part of a circuit
arrange in a container fill to capacity compress into a wad carry, as on one's back set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome have with oneself; have on one's person press tightly together or cram hike with a backpack press down tightly seal with packing have the property of being packable or of compacting easily load with a pack treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood filled to capacity pressed together or compressed
a hydrate that contains one molecule of water per molecule of the compound
a city in east-central France on the Rhone River; a principal producer of silk and rayon
ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc a metal conductor that carries electricity over a distance the finishing line on a racetrack a message transmitted by telegraph provide with electrical circuits send cables, wires, or telegrams fasten with wire string on a wire equip for use with electricity
act together or towards others or with others
(weapons) deriving destructive energy from the release of atomic energy of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of an atom of or relating to or constituting the nucleus of a cell constituting or like a nucleus
a simple water-soluble protein found in many animal tissues and liquids
any malignant tumor derived from epithelial tissue; one of the four major types of cancer
a crystalline amino acid containing sulfur; found in most proteins and essential for nutrition
a thin pliable sheet of material a pliable sheet of tissue that covers or lines or connects the organs or cells of animals or plants
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an agranulocytic leukocyte that normally makes up a quarter of the white blood cell count but increases in the presence of infection
relating to the nerves and muscles that cause the blood vessels to constrict or dilate
either extremity of something that has length the point in time at which something ends the concluding parts of an event or occurrence the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it a final part or section a final state the surface at either extremity of a three-dimensional object (football) the person who plays at one end of the line of scrimmage a boundary marking the extremities of something one of two places from which people are communicating to each other the part you are expected to play the last section of a communication a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to
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breakdown in living organisms of more complex substances into simpler ones together with release of energy
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an arrangement of parts or elements any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired
a principle that limits the extent of something an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation) the act of keeping something within specified bounds (by force if necessary)
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increase the likelihood of invite someone to one's house give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting ask someone in a friendly way to do something have as a guest ask to enter request the participation or presence of express willingness to have in one's home or environs
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth a state in southern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War the syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization
the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required a deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period)
a substance that is used as a medicine or narcotic administer a drug to use recreational drugs
considerate and solicitous care
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increase threefold hit a three-base hit
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material alternative names for the body of a human being one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) a well-known or notable person a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape an amount of money expressed numerically the impression produced by a person the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground a decorative or artistic work a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating judge to be probable be or play a part of or in imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind make a mathematical calculation or computation understand
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a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth
a small intertwined group of capillaries in the malpighian body; it filters the blood during urine formation
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a unit of radioactivity equal to the amount of a radioactive isotope that decays at the rate of 37,000,000,000 disintegrations per second being one more than one hundred
sores resulting from a tropical infection by protozoa of the genus Leishmania which are spread by sandflies
an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon a hard ferromagnetic silver-white bivalent or trivalent metallic element; a trace element in plant and animal nutrition one who refuses to serve in the armed forces on grounds of conscience a state in west central United States in the Rocky Mountains
a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter a radioactive transuranic metallic element; produced by bombarding plutonium with helium nuclei
a common nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; best known as a heavy yellow irritating toxic gas; used to purify water and as a bleaching agent and disinfectant; occurs naturally only as a salt (as in sea water) a metric unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter being ten more than one hundred forty
a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter being ten more than one hundred ninety
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a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
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a radioactive transuranic element; discovered by bombarding curium with alpha particles the most common congenital disease; the child's lungs and intestines and pancreas become clogged with thick mucus; caused by defect in a single gene; no cure is known compare (used in texts to point the reader to another location in the text)
a ductile grey metallic element of the lanthanide series; used in lighter flints; the most abundant of the rare-earth group of the period coinciding with the Christian era; preferred by some writers who are not Christians
a soft bluish-white ductile malleable toxic bivalent metallic element; occurs in association with zinc ores the basic unit of luminous intensity adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to 1/60 of the luminous intensity per square centimeter of a black body radiating at the temperature of 2,046 degrees Kelvin a debt instrument issued by a bank; usually pays interest a digitally encoded recording on an optical disk that is smaller than a phonograph record; played back by a laser being one hundred more than three hundred
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secreted by the adrenal cortex; involved in regulating water and electrolyte balance in the body
being ten more than one hundred
inability to coordinate voluntary muscle movements; unsteady movements and staggering gait
a hard brittle multivalent metallic element; resistant to corrosion and tarnishing
distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose
a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages productive work (especially physical work done for wages) concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child an organized attempt by workers to improve their status by united action (particularly via labor unions) or the leaders of this movement a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900; characterized by the promotion of labor's interests and formerly the socialization of key industries the federal department responsible for promoting the working conditions of wage earners in the United States; created in 1913 any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted strive and make an effort to reach a goal work hard undergo the efforts of childbirth
a university student who has not yet received a first degree
a ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that occurs abundantly in large masses; used as an electrical and thermal conductor
a New England state; one of the original 13 colonies a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a single axis
left faulty or wrong not subjected to correction or discipline
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supply the force or power for the functioning of (often used in combination) having or using or propelled by means of power or power of a specified kind
the large trunk artery that carries blood from the left ventricle of the heart to branch arteries
rod-shaped bacteria some saprophytic or causing diseases
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occurring among members of a family usually by heredity of or relating to or produced by or being a gene pertaining to or referring to origin of or relating to the science of genetics
take in liquids consume alcohol propose a toast to be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
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put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust)
happen or occur again return in thought or speech to something have recourse to coming back
semisynthetic penicillin (trade names Principen and Polycillin and SK-Ampicillin)
any agent that destroys or prevents the growth of fungi capable of destroying fungi
one of two or more atoms with the same atomic number but with different numbers of neutrons
any group or radical of the form RCO- where R is an organic group
infectious disease characterized by inflammation of the meninges (the tissues that surround the brain or spinal cord) usually caused by a bacterial infection; symptoms include headache and stiff neck and fever and nausea
tending to bring about; being partly responsible for
resembling lymph or lymphatic tissues
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an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause
the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx a compound obtained from, or regarded as derived from, another compound a financial instrument whose value is based on another security (linguistics) a word that is derived from another word resulting from or employing derivation
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state capital and largest city of Georgia; chief commercial center of the southeastern United States; was plundered and burned by Sherman's army during the American Civil War a siege in which Federal troops under Sherman cut off the railroads supplying the city and then burned it; 1864
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an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coherent light
of or relating to histology
lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun a device that activates or releases or causes something to happen an act that sets in motion some course of events put in motion or move to act release or pull the trigger on
a summary of your academic and work history
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examine minutely or intensely examine hastily make a wide, sweeping search of conform to a metrical pattern move a light beam over; in electronics, to reproduce an image read metrically obtain data from magnetic tapes
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(used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm
a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
the crease at the junction of the inner part of the thigh with the trunk together with the adjacent region and often including the external genitals a curved edge formed by two intersecting vaults a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away build with groins
used to manufacture fructose and in assessing kidney function
a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War the United States federal department responsible for the interests of military veterans; created in 1989
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a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact
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point formed by two intersecting arcs (as from the intrados of a Gothic arch) a thin triangular flap of a heart valve small elevation on the grinding surface of a tooth
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the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one more than 130 southeastern Virgin Islands; a dependent territory of the United States denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units
an extensive geographical region in the Middle East to the south of the Caucasus an oriental rug woven by Kurds that is noted for fine colors and durability
cause to be slowed down or delayed act later than planned, scheduled, or required stop or halt slow the growth or development of
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the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located) physical position in relation to the surroundings a computer connected to the internet that maintains a series of web pages on the World Wide Web assign a location to
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the process of becoming warmer; a rising temperature utility to warm a building make hot or hotter provide with heat arouse or excite feelings and passions gain heat or get hot
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a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissipated between the two points is 1 watt; equivalent to the potential difference across a resistance of 1 ohm when 1 ampere of current flows through it a soft silvery white toxic metallic element used in steel alloys; it occurs in several complex minerals including carnotite and vanadinite the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one the 22nd letter of the Roman alphabet
a state in New England
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fruit preserved by cooking with sugar keep constant through physical or chemical reactions or evolutionary change keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction use cautiously and frugally preserve with sugar
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serving to describe or inform or characterized by description describing the structure of a language
a company of companions or supporters a band of warriors (originally a unit of a Roman Legion) a group of people having approximately the same age
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the act of refusing to comply (as with a request) the act of asserting that something alleged is not true (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that denies painful thoughts renunciation of your own interests in favor of the interests of others a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him
rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes
an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain
(music) a group of notes connected by a slur character consisting of two or more letters combined into one a metal band used to attach a reed to the mouthpiece of a clarinet or saxophone thread used by surgeons to bind a vessel (as to constrict the flow of blood) something used to tie or bind the act of tying or binding things together
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
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localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply
the act of prolonging something make longer become long or longer
a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition)
a person who has epilepsy of or relating to or characteristic of epilepsy
be in conflict go against, as of rules and laws in disagreement on bad terms
the 21st letter of the Greek alphabet
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a North American river; rises in southwestern Canada and flows southward across Washington to form the border between Washington and Oregon before emptying into the Pacific; known for its salmon runs in the spring a town in west central Tennessee capital and largest city in South Carolina; located in central South Carolina a university town in central Missouri a university in New York City
the branch of medicine that studies the gastrointestinal tract and its diseases
make complete or perfect; supply what is wanting or form the complement to
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) derive by reason
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a single serving of a beverage the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess any liquid suitable for drinking any large deep body of water the act of swallowing take in liquids consume alcohol propose a toast to be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
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the quality of having great facility and competence skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity
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fine powdery material such as dry earth or pollen that can be blown about in the air the remains of something that has been destroyed or broken up free microscopic particles of solid material remove the dust from rub the dust over a surface so as to blur the outlines of a shape cover with a light dusting of a substance distribute loosely
art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass viral disease in solanaceous plants (tomatoes, potatoes, tobacco) resulting in mottling and often shriveling of the leaves a freeware browser a pattern resembling a mosaic transducer formed by the light-sensitive surface on a television camera tube arrangement of aerial photographs forming a composite picture of or relating to Moses or the laws and writings attributed to him
a polygenic disease characterized by abnormally high glucose levels in the blood; any of several metabolic disorders marked by excessive urination and persistent thirst
an inspection of the accounting procedures and records by a trained accountant or CPA a methodical examination or review of a condition or situation examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification attend academic courses without getting credit
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any of several forms of ulcerative skin disease a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Centaurus
relating to or affected by an aneurysm
firearm that is a double-barreled smoothbore shoulder weapon for firing shot at short ranges
any material used for its color a race with skin pigmentation different from the white race (especially Blacks) (physics) the characteristic of quarks that determines their role in the strong interaction interest and variety and intensity the timbre of a musical sound a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading the appearance of objects (or light sources) described in terms of a person's perception of their hue and lightness (or brightness) and saturation modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for affect as in thought or feeling add color to change color, often in an undesired manner having or capable of producing colors
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situated in or oriented toward the southeast of a region of the United States generally including Alabama; Georgia; Florida; Tennessee; South Carolina; North Carolina
a perceptual structure a customary way of operation or behavior a decorative or artistic work something regarded as a normative example a model considered worthy of imitation something intended as a guide for making something else the path that is prescribed for an airplane that is preparing to land at an airport graphical representation (in polar or Cartesian coordinates) of the spatial distribution of radiation from an antenna as a function of angle plan or create according to a model or models form a pattern
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a cell that engulfs and digests debris and invading microorganisms
the process of rendering inactive breaking up a military unit (by transfers or discharges)
acute contagious infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae; marked by the formation of a false membrane in the throat and other air passages causing difficulty in breathing
an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper a representation of forms or objects on a surface by means of lines the creation of artistic pictures or diagrams players buy (or are given) chances and prizes are distributed by casting lots act of getting or draining something such as electricity or a liquid from a source the act of moving a load by drawing or pulling cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point
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of or relating to endoscopy
be or provide a memorial to a person or an event make famous forever
of or relating to nutrition
a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints) (comparative of `little' usually used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning not as great in amount or degree (usually preceded by `no') lower in quality (nonstandard in some uses but often idiomatic with measure phrases) fewer used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs comparative of little
the quality of being so overabundant that prices fall overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself supply with an excess of
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relating to or being an element relating to severe atmospheric conditions of or being the essential or basic part
make a prediction about; tell in advance indicate by signs
cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive join or attach with or as if with glue be fixed as if by glue
of or relating to granulocytes
an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft an interconnected system of things or people computer network consisting of a collection of internet sites that offer text and graphics and sound and animation resources through the hypertext transfer protocol a fabric (especially a fabric in the process of being woven) membrane connecting the toes of some aquatic birds and mammals construct or form a web, as if by weaving
someone who practices self denial as a spiritual discipline a person who refrains from drinking intoxicating beverages
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used or designed for residence or limited to residences of or relating to or connected with residence
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one of the five major classes of immunoglobulins; present primarily in the skin and mucous membranes
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the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) the state of inactivity following an interruption take into custody hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of attract and fix cause to stop
harvester that heads and threshes and cleans grain while moving across the field a consortium of independent organizations formed to limit competition by controlling the production and distribution of a product or service an occurrence that results in things being united have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements
sever or remove by pinching or snipping run at a moderately swift pace attach with a clip cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent cut or trimmed by clipping (of speech) having quick short sounds
wetness caused by water cause to become wet make one's bed or clothes wet by urinating covered or soaked with a liquid such as water containing moisture or volatile components supporting or permitting the legal production and sale of alcoholic beverages producing or secreting milk consisting of or trading in alcoholic liquor very drunk
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a condition of disability resulting from the loss of one or more limbs a surgical removal of all or part of a limb
a local and habitual twitching especially in the face
a glucocorticoid (trade names Pediapred or Prelone) used to treat inflammatory conditions
become bigger or greater in amount make bigger or more made greater in size or amount or degree
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a feeling of intense dislike the act of turning yourself (or your gaze) away
a protein containing 20% iron that is found in the intestines and liver and spleen; it is one of the chief forms in which iron is stored in the body
derived or originating externally
a quantity that is added a change resulting in an increase a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important the amount by which something increases the act of increasing something become bigger or greater in amount make bigger or more
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one a team that plays basketball a playing card or a domino or a die whose upward face shows five pips being one more than four
a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse any weakening or degeneration (especially through lack of use) undergo atrophy
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
a projectile that is fired from a gun a high-speed passenger train (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity
that part of the ovary of a flowering plant where the ovules form the vascular structure in the uterus of most mammals providing oxygen and nutrients for and transferring wastes from the developing fetus
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the official language of Finland; belongs to the Baltic Finnic family of languages of or relating to or characteristic of Finland or the people of Finland
the state of being susceptible; easily affected
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move faster cause to move faster
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one million periods per second
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enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of
the chief phagocytic leukocyte; stains with either basic or acid dyes
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radiating or as if radiating light
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the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another someone who takes the place of another person an event in which one thing is substituted for another a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another filling again by supplying what has been used up a person who follows next in order
of or relating to the diaphragm
any substance that produces cancer
something that serves to indicate or suggest the act of indicating or pointing out by name (medicine) a reason to prescribe a drug or perform a procedure something (as a course of action) that is indicated as expedient or necessary a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument
compensation paid (to someone) for damages or losses or money already spent etc.
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pass through
act together or towards others or with others
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an essential amino acid found in proteins and needed for growth of children and for protein metabolism in children and adults; abundant in milk and eggs; it is normally converted to tyrosine in the human body
relating to or operating by means of valves
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pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives select as an alternative over another see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
the insertion of a cannula or tube into a hollow body organ
the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering approval coming to understand something clearly and distinctly (biology) the ability of one molecule to attach to another molecule that has a complementary shape the explicit and formal acknowledgement of a government or of the national independence of a country an acceptance (as of a claim) as true and valid designation by the chair granting a person the right to speak in a deliberative body
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to a sufficient degree
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
bleeding from the nose
in a manner to produce an effect
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of or relating to the science of cytology
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a person skilled in a particular type of therapy
a person who does not smoke tobacco a passenger car for passengers who want to avoid tobacco smoke
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the science that studies living organisms characteristic life processes and phenomena of living organisms all the plant and animal life of a particular region
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a large phagocyte; some are fixed and other circulate in the blood stream
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
a polysaccharide that is the chief constituent of all plant tissues and fibers
dialysis of the blood to remove toxic substances or metabolic wastes from the bloodstream; used in the case of kidney failure
the quality of being deadly
the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit) a force that compels the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure the state of demanding notice or attention the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress the pressure exerted by the atmosphere to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" exert pressure on someone through threats
cause (a liquid) to enter by penetrating the interstices enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members pass into or through by filtering or permeating pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict
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any distinct time period in a sequence of events a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process a large platform on which people can stand and can be seen by an audience the theater as a profession (usually `the stage') a large coach-and-four formerly used to carry passengers and mail on regular routes between towns a section or portion of a journey or course any scene regarded as a setting for exhibiting or doing something a small platform on a microscope where the specimen is mounted for examination perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event)
obtain win something through one's efforts derive a benefit from reach a destination, either real or abstract obtain advantages, such as points, etc. rise in rate or price increase or develop earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages increase (one's body weight)
a female person who has the same parents as another person (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a nun (and used as a form of address) a female person who is a fellow member of a sorority or labor union or other group (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women
a manner of living that reflects the person's values and attitudes
happen or occur again return in thought or speech to something have recourse to
provide with computers store in a computer control a function, process, or creation by a computer
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swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities
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a small hard fruit a mature fertilized plant ovule consisting of an embryo and its food source and having a protective coat or testa one of the outstanding players in a tournament anything that provides inspiration for later work the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract go to seed; shed seeds help (an enterprise) in its early stages of development by providing seed money bear seeds place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth distribute (players or teams) so that outstanding teams or players will not meet in the early rounds sprinkle with silver iodide particles to disperse and cause rain inoculate with microorganisms remove the seeds from
any of several malignant neoplasms (usually of the skin) consisting of melanocytes
a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain tending to cure or restore to health
cutting so as to separate into pieces a minute and critical analysis detailed critical analysis or examination one part at a time (as of a literary work)
a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies a member of the Algonquian people who formerly lived around Massachusetts Bay one of the British colonies that formed the United States the Algonquian language of the Massachuset
all of the same or similar kind or nature
a man-made object taken as a whole
(physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber) the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
be agreeable or acceptable to be agreeable or acceptable accord or comport with enhance the appearance of meant or adapted for an occasion or use outfitted or supplied with clothing
the act or process or arranging persons into classes or social strata the condition of being arranged in social strata or classes within a group forming or depositing in layers a layered configuration the placing of seeds in damp sand or sawdust or peat moss in order to preserve them or promote germination
the trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action an engagement by contract involving financial obligation a message that makes a pledge the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital)
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a pompous fool hardy and sure-footed animal smaller and with longer ears than the horse slang for sexual intercourse evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) estimate the value of (property) for taxation
a calculus formed in the gall bladder or its ducts
either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood
foster the growth of prepare for crops teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment adapt (a wild plant or unclaimed land) to the environment (of land or fields) prepared for raising crops by plowing or fertilizing no longer in the natural state; developed by human care and for human use marked by refinement in taste and manners
the environmental condition
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on having the lower score or lagging position in a contest in or to or toward the rear remaining in a place or condition that has been left or departed from of timepieces in or into an inferior position in debt
the immature free-living form of most invertebrates and amphibians and fish which at hatching from the egg is fundamentally unlike its parent and must metamorphose
the ordinal number of ninety-five in counting order
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a rapid automatic system to detect plastic explosives in passengers' luggage using X-ray technology and computers; designed for use in airports
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immature of its kind; especially being or characteristic of immature insects in the newly hatched wormlike feeding stage relating to or typical of a larva
spots before the eyes caused by opaque cell fragments in the vitreous humor and lens a point located with respect to surface features of some region a short section or illustration (as between radio or tv programs or in a magazine) that is often used for advertising an outstanding characteristic a blemish made by dirt a small contrasting part of something a section of an entertainment that is assigned to a specific performer or performance a business establishment for entertainment a job in an organization a slight attack of illness a small piece or quantity of something a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit) a lamp that produces a strong beam of light to illuminate a restricted area; used to focus attention of a stage performer a playing card with a specified number of pips on it to indicate its value an act that brings discredit to the person who does it catch sight of detect with the senses mar or impair with a flaw make a spot or mark onto become spotted mark with a spot or spots so as to allow easy recognition
the quality of being widely admired or accepted or sought after
an appraisal that is too high a calculation that results in an estimate that is too high make too high an estimate of assign too high a value to
lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun a device that activates or releases or causes something to happen an act that sets in motion some course of events put in motion or move to act release or pull the trigger on
(sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
an example regarded as typical of its class a bit of tissue or blood or urine that is taken for diagnostic purposes
as might be expected according to nature; by natural means; without artificial help through inherent nature in a natural or normal manner
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) what something is used for the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group a relation such that one thing is dependent on another a formal or official social gathering or ceremony a vaguely specified social event a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program perform as expected when applied serve a purpose, role, or function perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
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any of various straight muscles
a chronic inflammation of the withers of a horse an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface
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covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles) coincide partially or wholly extend over and cover a part of
within the skull
from the point of view of immunology
the act of constructing something a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit the creation of a construct; the process of combining ideas into a congruous object of thought a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts drawing a figure satisfying certain conditions as part of solving a problem or proving a theorem an interpretation of a text or action the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones
the occurrence of two or more things coming together the approach of an infinite series to a finite limit a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena the act of converging (coming closer)
the terminal section of the alimentary canal; from the sigmoid flexure to the anus
one of the segments into which a myofibril is divided
the total number counted the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order a nobleman (in various countries) having rank equal to a British earl determine the number or amount of have weight; have import, carry weight show consideration for; take into account name or recite the numbers in ascending order put into a group include as if by counting have a certain value or carry a certain weight have faith or confidence in take account of
separating something into fine particles the disintegration of social norms governing behavior and thought and social relationships (computer science) the condition of a file that is broken up and stored in many different locations on a magnetic disk the scattering of bomb fragments after the bomb explodes
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment capable of being seen or noticed
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization a formal association of people with similar interests the state of being with someone the fashionable elite
any drug that destroys viruses inhibiting or stopping the growth and reproduction of viruses
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of or relating to or caused by gravitation
the act of smoothing make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing make (a surface) shine free from obstructions having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication of the margin of a leaf shape; not broken up into teeth smooth and unconstrained in movement (music) without breaks between notes; smooth and connected of motion that runs or flows or proceeds without jolts or turbulence lacking obstructions or difficulties (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
of or relating to alleles
any of a group of chemicals including epinephrine and norepinephrine that are produced in the medulla of the adrenal gland
put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch situated in a particular spot or position put in position in relation to other things
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being or thrown out of equilibrium
(statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume the act of distributing or spreading or apportioning the commercial activity of transporting and selling goods from a producer to a consumer
relevant relation or interconnection the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies dignified manner or conduct characteristic way of bearing one's body heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield a rotating support placed between moving parts to allow them to move easily have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with (of a structural member) withstanding a weight or strain
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excessively fat
one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician) a woman who is the custodian of children try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people treat carefully give suck to
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority be fully aware or cognizant of detect with the senses perceive to be the same grant credentials to express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate) show approval or appreciation of
bestow a quality on contribute to some cause be conducive to provide
a decrease in rate of change lose velocity; move more slowly become slow or slower cause to proceed more slowly
an agency in the Department of Justice that enforces laws and regulations for the admission of foreign-born persons to the United States a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot a rare soft silvery metallic element; occurs in small quantities in sphalerite a state in midwestern United States
eat immoderately serve oneself to, or consume regularly spend extravagantly destroy completely use up (resources or materials) engage fully
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of or belonging to the epithelium
relating to areas between the layers of the skin
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living or active in the absence of free oxygen not aerobic
a heterogeneous collection of groups united in their opposition to Saddam Hussein's government of Iraq; formed in 1992 it is comprised of Sunni and Shiite Arabs and Kurds who hope to build a new government
general term for enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of nucleic acid by cleaving chains of nucleotides into smaller units
a muscle or nerve that dilates or widens a body part a drug that causes dilation a surgical instrument that is used to dilate or distend an opening or an organ
examine and note the similarities or differences of be comparable consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
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despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
the act of testing something trying something to find out about it the act of undergoing testing (law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law (sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
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a specialist in oncology
qualities that are comparable examine and note the similarities or differences of be comparable consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
true confidential information an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a small part that can be considered separately from the whole extended treatment of particulars a crew of workers selected for a particular task a temporary military unit provide details for assign to a specific task
to put down by force or authority come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior put out of one's consciousness reduce the incidence or severity of or stop
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most frequent or common having superior power and influence
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an event that repeats to say, state, or perform again make or do or perform again happen or occur again to say again or imitate do over repeat an earlier theme of a composition
malignant tumor containing embryonic nerve cells; usually metastasizes quickly
not relating to or produced by enzymes
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another a risk involving danger a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible the possibility of future success be the case by chance take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome come upon, as if by accident; meet with occurring or appearing or singled out by chance
tell or spread rumors
(of diseases) arising from an unknown cause
a measuring instrument that measures the oxygen in arterial blood
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a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart a distinctive style or manner any of the vascular bundles or ribs that form the branching framework of conducting and supporting tissues in a leaf or other plant organ a layer of ore between layers of rock one of the horny ribs that stiffen and support the wing of an insect make a veinlike pattern
vulnerability to the elements; to the action of heat or cold or wind or rain;  the act of subjecting someone to an influencing experience the disclosure of something secret aspect resulting from the direction a building or window faces the state of being vulnerable or exposed the intensity of light falling on a photographic film or plate a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material the act of exposing film to light presentation to view in an open or public manner abandoning without shelter or protection (as by leaving as infant out in the open)
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persist for a specified period of time continue to live through hardship or adversity
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior something regarded as a normative example prescribed guide for conduct or action (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct the duration of a monarch's or government's power dominance or power through legal authority directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths exercise authority over; as of nations decide with authority be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance decide on and make a declaration about have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac mark or draw with a ruler keep in check
of or relating to the neural process of sensation
excessive activity
a form containing a set of questions; submitted to people to gain statistical information
living in or characteristic of farming or country life of or relating to the countryside as opposed to the city
a white or colorless vitreous insoluble solid (SiO2); various forms occur widely in the earth's crust as quartz or cristobalite or tridymite or lechatelierite
relating to or affected by ischemia
local anemia in a given body part sometimes resulting from vasoconstriction or thrombosis or embolism
the jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth
(genetics) either of a pair (or series) of alternative forms of a gene that can occupy the same locus on a particular chromosome and that control the same character
of or relating to or caused by magnetism having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel capable of being magnetized determined by earth's magnetic fields possessing an extraordinary ability to attract
of or relating to tears relating to or located near the organ that produces tears
worth having or seeking or achieving worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse
abnormal development (of organs or cells) or an abnormal structure resulting from such growth
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marked by or capable of arousing controversy
being five more than one hundred sixty
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(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age of long duration; not new (used for emphasis) very familiar skilled through long experience belonging to some prior time (used informally especially for emphasis) of a very early stage in development just preceding something else in time or order
an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting moral soundness
mix or blend
a relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of `relationship' is for human relations or states of relatedness) a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection) a state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption
a female gametocyte that develops into an ovum after two meiotic divisions
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any of the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken in China; regarded as dialects of a single language (even though they are mutually unintelligible) because they share an ideographic writing system a native or inhabitant of Communist China or of Nationalist China of or pertaining to China or its peoples or cultures of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language
of or relating to the biological study of physiology of or consistent with an organism's normal functioning
toward or on or near the belly (front of a primate or lower surface of a lower animal) nearest to or facing toward the axis of an organ or organism
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become impregnated with calcium salts become inflexible and unchanging turn into lime; become calcified convert into lime
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a macrophage that is found in connective tissue
of or relating to fiber optics
discussion of an event after it has occurred an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease occurring or done after death after death or after an event
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the formation of vesicles in or beneath the skin get blistered subject to harsh criticism cause blisters to form on harsh or corrosive in tone hot enough to raise (or as if to raise) blisters very fast; capable of quick response and great speed
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a recurring sleep state during which dreaming occurs; a state of rapidly shifting eye movements during sleep (Roentgen Equivalent Man) the dosage of ionizing radiation that will cause the same amount of injury to human tissue as 1 roentgen of X-rays
the act of making copies (genetics) the process whereby DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) (law) a pleading made by a plaintiff in reply to the defendant's plea or answer the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves copy that is not the original; something that has been copied the repetition of an experiment in order to test the validity of its conclusion
an irrational but irresistible motive for a belief or action a mood disorder; an affective disorder in which the victim tends to respond excessively and sometimes violently
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a series with a definite pattern of advance a movement forward the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
a scientist who devotes himself to doing research someone who investigates a police officer who investigates crimes
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affecting an entire system
a surgical procedure that removes the vitreous humor and replace it with saline solution
a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed the finger next to the thumb
any of a group of herpes viruses that enlarge epithelial cells and can cause birth defects; can affect humans with impaired immunological systems
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the organic process in which the substance of some differentiated structure that has been produced by the body undergoes lysis and assimilation
an injury that doesn't break the skin but results in some discoloration the action of bruising
a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it one of the bony outgrowths on the heads of certain ungulates a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning;  a high pommel of a Western saddle (usually metal covered with leather) a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves any hard protuberance from the head of an organism that is similar to or suggestive of a horn the material (mostly keratin) that covers the horns of ungulates and forms hooves and claws and nails a device having the shape of a horn an alarm device that makes a loud warning sound a brass musical instrument consisting of a conical tube that is coiled into a spiral and played by means of valves a device on an automobile for making a warning noise stab or pierce with a horn or tusk
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
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in a spontaneous manner without advance preparation
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large black-and-white herbivorous mammal of bamboo forests of China and Tibet; in some classifications considered a member of the bear family or of a separate family Ailuropodidae reddish-brown Old World raccoon-like carnivore; in some classifications considered unrelated to the giant pandas
in an intravenous manner
set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established settled securely and unconditionally conforming with accepted standards shown to be valid beyond a reasonable doubt introduced from another region and persisting without cultivation
something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate a flat circular plate sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove (computer science) a memory device consisting of a flat disk covered with a magnetic coating on which information is stored draw a harrow over (land)
the process whereby fluids pass through a filter or a filtering medium the act of changing a fluid by passing it through a filter
not compatible used especially of drugs or muscles that counteract or neutralize each other's effect not suitable to your tastes or needs incapable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification of words so related that one contrasts with the other not easy to combine harmoniously not compatible with other facts not in keeping with what is correct or proper used especially of solids or solutions; incapable of blending into a stable homogeneous mixture
the act of making up your mind about something a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration (boxing) a victory won on points when no knockout has occurred the outcome of a game or contest the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose
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following or accompanying as a consequence
of or relating to manic depressive illness of, pertaining to, or occurring in both polar regions having two poles
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the period after the American Civil War when the southern states were reorganized and reintegrated into the Union; 1865-1877 the activity of constructing something again an interpretation formed by piecing together bits of evidence recall that is hypothesized to work by storing abstract features which are then used to construct the memory during recall
get or find back; recover the use of go for and bring back run after, pick up, and bring to the master recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
originate (in) have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous be composed of
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at the same instant
group of people related by blood or marriage similar in quality or character related by blood or marriage
something left after other parts have been taken away (often plural) a payment that is made to a performer or writer or director of a television show or commercial that is paid for every repeat showing relating to or indicating a remainder
an epithelium of mesoblastic origin; a thin layer of flattened cells that lines the inside of some body cavities
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the activity of protecting someone or something a covering that is intend to protect from damage or injury defense against financial failure; financial independence the condition of being protected kindly endorsement and guidance the imposition of duties or quotas on imports in order to protect domestic industry against foreign competition payment extorted by gangsters on threat of violence
from crude petroleum; used for candles and for preservative or waterproof coatings a series of non-aromatic saturated hydrocarbons with the general formula CnH(2n+2) (British usage) kerosine
failure of a plan a natural loss of the products of conception
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a person who refuses to comply boldly resisting authority or an opposing force
come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) be valid, applicable, or true
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a female human offspring
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a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a small part that can be considered separately from the whole a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole an individual instance of a type of symbol
a detailed critical inspection applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) a written document describing the findings of some individual or group a state of deep mental absorption a room used for reading and writing and studying a branch of knowledge preliminary drawing for later elaboration attentive consideration and meditation someone who memorizes quickly and easily (as the lines for a part in a play) a composition intended to develop one aspect of the performer's technique consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning be a student; follow a course of study; be enrolled at an institute of learning give careful consideration to be a student of a certain subject learn by reading books; I must hit the books now" think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
the largest city and principal port of New Zealand
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choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans take up and practice as one's own take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take into one's family put into dramatic form take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
the property of being absorbent
combine into a common fund join or form a pool of people
a colorless odorless alkane gas used as fuel
a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion an indication of some hidden activity something with no concrete substance tobacco leaves that have been made into a cylinder street names for marijuana the act of smoking tobacco or other substances (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity inhale and exhale smoke from cigarettes, cigars, pipes emit a cloud of fine particles
to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent test the limits of suffering severe physical strain or distress bearing a stress or accent
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making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances a small and often standardized accessory to a larger system (usually plural) furnishings and equipment (especially for a ship or hotel) putting clothes on to see whether they fit be agreeable or acceptable to be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired satisfy a condition or restriction make fit insert or adjust several objects or people be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics conform to some shape or size provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose make correspond or harmonize in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion being precisely fitting and right
the length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting two points on the circumference a straight line connecting the center of a circle with two points on its perimeter (or the center of a sphere with two points on its surface)
change the key of, in music vary the pitch of one's speech fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of adjust the pitch, tone, or volume of vary the frequency, amplitude, phase, or other characteristic of (electromagnetic waves)
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one denoting a quantity consisting of one more than eight and one less than ten
of a function or curve; possessing one or more discontinuities not continuing without interruption in time or space
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a nonmetallic heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water a Marxist-Leninist terrorist organization that arose out of a student protest movement in the late 1960s; wants to separate Italy from NATO and advocates violence in the service of class warfare and revolution; mostly inactive since 1989
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect at a high rate or wage in a high position or level or rank
an elementary particle with 0 charge and mass about equal to a proton; enters into the structure of the atomic nucleus
change the key of, in music vary the pitch of one's speech fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of adjust the pitch, tone, or volume of vary the frequency, amplitude, phase, or other characteristic of (electromagnetic waves) changed or adjusted in pitch, tone, or volume altered in volume as well as tone or pitch
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involving social as well as economic factors
any chamber that is connected to other chambers or passageways (especially one of the two upper chambers of the heart) the central area in a building; open to the sky
an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another following or accompanying as a consequence
the whole amount a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers add up in number or quantity determine the sum of damage beyond the point of repair constituting the full quantity or extent; complete complete in extent or degree and in every particular
in a linear manner
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal) a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation the story that is told in a novel or play or movie etc. a chart or map showing the movements or progress of an object plan secretly, usually something illegal make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed make a plat of devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet)
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a member of the race of people living in America when Europeans arrived a native or inhabitant of India any of the languages spoken by Amerindians
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together a package of several things tied together for carrying or storing a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit) make into a bundle gather or cause to gather into a cluster compress into a wad sleep fully clothed in the same bed with one's betrothed
a reply of denial a piece of photographic film showing an image with light and shade or colors reversed vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features expressing or consisting of a negation or refusal or denial having the quality of something harmful or unpleasant not indicating the presence of microorganisms or disease or a specific condition reckoned in a direction opposite to that regarded as positive less than zero designed or tending to discredit, especially without positive or helpful suggestions having a negative charge involving disadvantage or harm
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect treat, mention, or speak to rudely
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a measure of a person's intelligence as indicated by an intelligence test; the ratio of a person's mental age to their chronological age (multiplied by 100)
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a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need a radio or television show a document stating the aims and principles of a political party an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event an integrated course of academic studies (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation arrange a program of or for write a computer program
the branch of mechanics concerned with motion without reference to force or mass
the quality of being reproducible
a state in midwestern United States United States pop artist (born 1928)
work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of perform (a church sacrament) ritually administer or bestow, as in small portions give or apply (medications) direct the taking of
surgical removal of one of both ovaries
a component of a mixture that has been separated by a fractional process a small part or item forming a piece of a whole the quotient of two rational numbers perform a division
put up with something or somebody unpleasant recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others) have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
a heavy brittle metallic element of the platinum group; used in alloys; occurs in natural alloys with platinum or osmium a board of the British government that administers and collects major direct taxes
a drug (trade name Thorazine) derived from phenothiazine that has antipsychotic effects and is used as a sedative and tranquilizer
the branch of medicine dealing with the heart and its diseases
a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water) the process of extracting certain active properties (as a drug from a plant) by steeping or soaking (usually in water) (medicine) the passive introduction of a substance (a fluid or drug or electrolyte) into a vein or between tissues (as by gravitational force) the act of infusing or introducing a certain modifying element or quality
(medicine) a curving or bending; often abnormal the rate of change (at a point) of the angle between a curve and a tangent to the curve the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface
(sometimes followed by `of') having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception bearing in mind; attentive to
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occurring without interruption; chiefly restricted to what recurs regularly or frequently in a prolonged and closely spaced series `continual' (meaning seemingly uninterrupted) is often used interchangeably with `continuous' (meaning without interruption)
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the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements render unsuitable for passage hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of stop from happening or developing interfere with or prevent the reception of signals run on a block system interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block obstruct block passage through support, secure, or raise with a block impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) be unable to remember shape by using a block shape into a block or blocks prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)
go back to a statistical means go back to a previous state get worse or fall back to a previous condition go back to bad behavior
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a legal document giving official permission to do something the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization large game fish; found in waters of the West Indies consent to, give permission make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) the center of a cambered road (heraldry) in medieval times, an emblem used to decorate a helmet a showy growth of e.g. feathers or skin on the head of a bird or other animal lie at the top of reach a high point
activity directed toward making or doing something a product produced or accomplished through the effort or activity or agency of a person or thing the occupation for which you are paid applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading) (physics) a manifestation of energy; the transfer of energy from one physical system to another expressed as the product of a force and the distance through which it moves a body in the direction of that force a place where work is done the total output of a writer or artist (or a substantial part of it) exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity be employed have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected perform as expected when applied shape, form, or improve a material give a workout to proceed along a path operate in a certain place, area, or specialty proceed towards a goal or along a path or through an activity move in an agitated manner cause to happen or to occur as a consequence cause to work prepare for crops behave in a certain way when handled have and exert influence or effect operate in or through cause to operate or function provoke or excite gratify and charm, usually in order to influence make something, usually for a specific function move into or onto make uniform use or manipulate to one's advantage find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of cause to undergo fermentation go sour or spoil arrive at a certain condition through repeated motion
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call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) derive by reason
surgical incision into the abdominal wall; often done to examine abdominal organs
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a belief that can guide behavior
any warm-blooded vertebrate having the skin more or less covered with hair; young are born alive except for the small subclass of monotremes and nourished with milk of or relating to the class Mammalia
any compound of oxygen with another element or a radical
a proinflammatory cytokine that is produced by white blood cells (monocytes and macrophages); has an antineoplastic effect but causes inflammation (as in rheumatoid arthritis)
a period marked by distinctive character or reckoned from a fixed point or event a major division of geological time; an era is usually divided into two or more periods (baseball) a measure of a pitcher's effectiveness; calculated as the average number of earned runs allowed by the pitcher for every nine innings pitched
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take away possessions from someone keep from having, keeping, or obtaining take away marked by deprivation especially of the necessities of life or healthful environmental influences
hinge joint between the forearm and upper arm and the corresponding joint in the forelimb of a quadruped a sharp bend in a road or river a length of pipe with a sharp bend in it the part of a sleeve that covers the elbow joint the joint of a mammal or bird that corresponds to the human elbow push one's way with the elbows shove one's elbow into another person's ribs
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inflammation of the brain and spinal cord
a neurotransmitter that is a derivative of choline; released at the ends of nerve fibers in the somatic and parasympathetic nervous systems
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be a signal for or a symptom of indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively to state or express briefly give evidence of suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine
plantain of Mediterranean regions whose seeds swell and become gelatinous when moist and are used as a mild laxative
a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it one of the bony outgrowths on the heads of certain ungulates a noise made by the driver of an automobile to give warning;  a high pommel of a Western saddle (usually metal covered with leather) a brass musical instrument with a brilliant tone; has a narrow tube and a flared bell and is played by means of valves any hard protuberance from the head of an organism that is similar to or suggestive of a horn the material (mostly keratin) that covers the horns of ungulates and forms hooves and claws and nails a device having the shape of a horn an alarm device that makes a loud warning sound a brass musical instrument consisting of a conical tube that is coiled into a spiral and played by means of valves a device on an automobile for making a warning noise stab or pierce with a horn or tusk
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make reference to commend refer to repeat a passage from refer to for illustration or proof advance evidence for call in an official matter, such as to attend court
a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1947
become vascular and have vessels that circulate fluids make vascular
make worse or less effective make imperfect
be a signal for or a symptom of indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively to state or express briefly give evidence of suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine
an adult female person (as opposed to a man) a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man a human female employed to do housework women as a class
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declare or make legally valid prove valid; show or confirm the validity of something give evidence for make valid or confirm the validity of declared or made legally valid
an electrical device that converts one form of energy into another
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of or relating to the endometrium
return to an original state gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost)
someone whose employment involves carrying something a self-propelled wheeled vehicle designed specifically to carry something a large warship that carries planes and has a long flat deck for takeoffs and landings an inactive substance that is a vehicle for a radioactive tracer of the same substance and that assists in its recovery after some chemical reaction a person or firm in the business of transporting people or goods or messages a radio wave that can be modulated in order to transmit a signal a man who delivers the mail a boy who delivers newspapers (medicine) a person (or animal) who has some pathogen to which he is immune but who can pass it on to others a rack attached to a vehicle; for carrying luggage or skis or the like (genetics) an organism that possesses a recessive gene whose effect is masked by a dominant allele; the associated trait is not apparent but can be passed on to offspring
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
confirm the truth of check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard attach or append a legal verification to (a pleading or petition) to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true
the power to withstand hardship or stress a state of surviving; remaining alive
not inflammatory
a light volatile flammable poisonous liquid alcohol; used as an antifreeze and solvent and fuel and as a denaturant for ethyl alcohol
suggesting an unhealthy mental state suggesting the horror of death and decay caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology
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a judge of a probate court the expected or commonplace condition or situation a clergyman appointed to prepare condemned prisoners for death an early bicycle with a very large front wheel and small back wheel (heraldry) any of several conventional figures used on shields not exceptional in any way especially in quality or ability or size or degree lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered
resembling a drum associated with the eardrum
arrange or order by classes or categories declare unavailable, as for security reasons assign to a class or kind
a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection intense nervous anticipation
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a boy or man a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy)
(comparative and superlative of `early') more early than; most early at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time being or occurring at an early stage of development belonging to the distant past very young of an early stage in the development of a language or literature expected in the near future earlier in time; previously comparatives of `soon' or `early' before now
a recognition of meritorious service a written statement of facts submitted in conjunction with a petition to an authority a structure erected to commemorate persons or events
a workplace for the conduct of scientific research
with objectivity
cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes
hold back within allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature secure and keep for possible future use or application keep in one's mind
the middle portion of the brain
the collection of rules imposed by authority legal document setting forth rules governing a particular kind of activity a rule or body of rules of conduct inherent in human nature and essential to or binding upon human society a generalization that describes recurring facts or events in nature the branch of philosophy concerned with the law and the principles that lead courts to make the decisions they do the learned profession that is mastered by graduate study in a law school and that is responsible for the judicial system the force of policemen and officers
a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet) a passageway under a curved masonry construction (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it form an arch or curve (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension expert in skulduggery naughtily or annoyingly playful
the basic unit of money in Zaire a republic in central Africa; achieved independence from Belgium in 1960
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two-winged insect whose female has a long proboscis to pierce the skin and suck the blood of humans and animals
flagellate protozoan that causes leishmaniasis
any of a class of highly unsaturated yellow to red pigments occurring in plants and animals
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a nucleoside component of DNA; composed of guanine and deoxyribose
an act of removing by cleansing; ridding of sediment or other undesired elements the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge oust politically clear of a charge make pure or free from sin or guilt rid of impurities rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth excrete or evacuate (someone's bowels or body) serving to purge or rid of sin
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory broad in scope or content closely encircling
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green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area United States labor leader who was president of the American Federation of Labor from 1924 to 1952 and who led the struggle with the Congress of Industrial Organizations (1873-1952) an environmentalist who belongs to the Green Party a river that rises in western Wyoming and flows southward through Utah to become a tributary of the Colorado River an area of closely cropped grass surrounding the hole on a golf course any of various leafy plants or their leaves and stems eaten as vegetables street names for ketamine turn or become green of the color between blue and yellow in the color spectrum; similar to the color of fresh grass concerned with or supporting or in conformity with the political principles of the Green Party not fully developed or mature; not ripe looking pale and unhealthy naive and easily deceived or tricked
rendering an organism sensitive to a serum by a series of injections make sensitive or aware cause to sense; make sensitive make sensitive to a drug or allergen make (a material) sensitive to light, often of a particular colour, by coating it with a photographic emulsion making susceptible or sensitive to either physical or emotional stimuli
a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals
radiation lying in the ultraviolet range; wave lengths shorter than light but longer than X rays having or employing wavelengths shorter than light but longer than X-rays; lying outside the visible spectrum at its violet end
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed a degree in a continuum of size or quantity established customary state (especially of society) logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements a condition of regular or proper arrangement a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) a commercial document used to request someone to supply something in return for payment and providing specifications and quantities a formal association of people with similar interests a body of rules followed by an assembly (usually plural) the status or rank or office of a Christian clergyman in an ecclesiastical hierarchy a group of person living under a religious rule (biology) taxonomic group containing one or more families a request for something to be made, supplied, or served (architecture) one of original three styles of Greek architecture distinguished by the type of column and entablature used or a style developed from the original three by the Romans the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority make a request for something issue commands or orders for bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations bring order to or into place in a certain order appoint to a clerical posts arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events assign a rank or rating to
put in motion or move to act release or pull the trigger on
learning (of values or attitudes etc.) that is incorporated within yourself
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed an administrative unit of government the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group (of a government or government official) holding an office means being in power professional or clerical workers in an office a religious rite or service prescribed by ecclesiastical authorities a job in an organization
permission to do something give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to
a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
meet the requirements or expectations of make happy or satisfied fill or meet a want or need filled with satisfaction allayed
ahead of the times being or producing something like nothing done or experienced or created before
the precipitate produced by sewage treatment any thick, viscous matter
a string of more than 3,000 islands to the east of Asia extending 1,300 miles between the Sea of Japan and the western Pacific Ocean a constitutional monarchy occupying the Japanese Archipelago; a world leader in electronics and automobile manufacture and ship building lacquerware decorated and varnished in the Japanese manner with a glossy durable black lacquer lacquer with a durable glossy black finish, originally from the orient coat with a lacquer, as done in Japan
in a habitual and longstanding manner in a slowly developing and long lasting manner
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the most interesting or memorable part an area of lightness in a picture move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent
of or relating to recreation engaged in as a pastime
enclose in a capsule or other small container put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume
the state capital and largest city of Colorado; located in central Colorado on the South Platte river
the distance by which one thing clears another; the space between them vertical space available to allow easy passage under something permission to proceed
the act or process of producing something a presentation for the stage or screen or radio or television an artifact that has been created by someone or some process (law) the act of exhibiting in a court of law the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) a display that is exaggerated or unduly complicated (economics) manufacturing or mining or growing something (usually in large quantities) for sale the creation of value or wealth by producing goods and services
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treatment of pain or disease by inserting the tips of needles at specific points on the skin
a precipitated solid substance in suspension or after settling or filtering bring about abruptly separate as a fine suspension of solid particles fall from clouds fall vertically, sharply, or headlong hurl or throw violently done with very great haste and without due deliberation
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(physics) a deformation of an object in which parallel planes remain parallel but are shifted in a direction parallel to themselves a large edge tool that cuts sheet metal by passing a blade through it cut with shears shear the wool from cut or cut through with shears become deformed by forces tending to produce a shearing strain
a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury the occurrence of a change for the worse loss of military equipment the act of damaging something or someone the amount of money needed to purchase something any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right inflict damage upon suffer or be susceptible to damage
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after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans any of several small trees and shrubs native to the tropical Old World yielding coffee beans a seed of the coffee tree; ground to make coffee a medium brown to dark-brown color
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have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon acted upon; influenced speaking or behaving in an artificial way to make an impression being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
either of the two main branches of the trachea
an abatement in intensity or degree (as in the manifestations of a disease) a payment of money sent to a person in another place (law) the act of remitting (especially the referral of a law case to another court) the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance
a piece broken off or cut off of something else a broken piece of a brittle artifact an incomplete piece break or cause to break into pieces
a large bone marrow cell; regarded as the source of blood platelets
strongbox where valuables can be safely kept a ventilated or refrigerated cupboard for securing provisions from pests contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse free from danger or the risk of harm (of an undertaking) secure from risk having reached a base without being put out financially sound
some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity an unexpected piece of good luck (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) a pause from doing something (as work) the act of breaking something a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something breaking of hard tissue such as bone the occurrence of breaking an abrupt change in the tone or register of the voice (as at puberty or due to emotion) the opening shot that scatters the balls in billiards or pool (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity a sudden dash any frame in which a bowler fails to make a strike or spare an escape from jail terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body
an American whose first language is Spanish
an attack that penetrates into enemy territory clear or deep perception of a situation the act of entering into or through something the ability to make way into or through something the depth to which something penetrates (especially the depth reached by a projectile that hits a target) the act (by a man) of inserting his penis into the vagina of a woman
sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities a long ridge or pile an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies) the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home a building in which the business of banking transacted a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) tip laterally enclose with a bank do business with a bank or keep an account at a bank act as the banker in a game or in gambling be in the banking business put into a bank account cover with ashes so to control the rate of burning have confidence or faith in
food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked informal terms for money cover with bread crumbs
a negatively charged ion
a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust
a noninvasive diagnostic procedure that uses ultrasound to study to structure and motions of the heart
a detailed list of all the items in stock the merchandise that a shop has on hand (accounting) the value of a firm's current assets including raw materials and work in progress and finished goods a collection of resources making an itemized list of merchandise or supplies on hand make or include in an itemized record or report
to a moderately sufficient extent or degree with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner
a short ad in a newspaper or magazine (usually in small print) and appearing along with other ads of the same type arrange or order by classes or categories declare unavailable, as for security reasons assign to a class or kind arranged into classes official classification of information or documents; withheld from general circulation
in an alternating sequence or position
a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints) the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five a cgs unit of illumination equal to the brightness of a perfectly diffusing surface that emits or reflects one lumen per square centimeter the 12th letter of the Roman alphabet being ten more than forty
a young dog an inexperienced young person
relating to or characterized by catabolism characterized by destructive metabolism
the template for protein synthesis; the form of RNA that carries information from DNA in the nucleus to the ribosome sites of protein synthesis in the cell
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an elaborate and systematic plan of action a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole an internal representation of the world; an organization of concepts and actions that can be revised by new information about the world a schematic or preliminary plan form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner devise a system or form a scheme for
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a segment of the trunk of a tree when stripped of branches the exponent required to produce a given number a written record of messages sent or received a written record of events on a voyage (of a ship or plane) measuring instrument that consists of a float that trails from a ship by a knotted line in order to measure the ship's speed through the water enter into a log, as on ships and planes cut lumber, as in woods and forests
a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact
selling goods abroad at a price below that charged in the domestic market throw away as refuse sever all ties with, usually unceremoniously or irresponsibly sell at artificially low prices drop (stuff) in a heap or mass fall abruptly knock down with force
public transport provided by a line of railway cars coupled together and drawn by a locomotive a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file a series of consequences wrought by an event piece of cloth forming the long back section of a gown that is drawn along the floor wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed create by training and teaching undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control educate for a future role or function teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it travel by rail or train drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground
relating to the diaphysis of a bone
easily perceived; easy to become aware of capable of being recognized
an interconnected system of things or people (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals a system of intersecting lines or channels (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits communicate with and within a group
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and four being ten more than thirty
a tube in which a body fluid circulates a craft designed for water transportation an object used as a container (especially for liquids)
combine so as to form a more complex, product combine and form a synthesis
the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease the learned profession that is mastered by graduate training in a medical school and that is devoted to preventing or alleviating or curing diseases and injuries punishment for one's actions treat medicinally, treat with medicine
a river in southern Scotland that flows eastward to the Firth of Forth from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) forward in time or order or degree out into view
move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly move smoothly along a surface being a smooth continuous motion
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an organization concerned to preserve historic monuments and buildings and places of historical interest or natural beauty; founded in 1895 and supported by endowment and private subscription
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts strengthen or make more firm make more firm support a person for a position administer the rite of confirmation to
brief episode in which the brain gets insufficient blood supply; symptoms depend on the site of the blockage
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated the ideal in terms of which something can be judged a board measure = 1980 board feet the value behind the money in a monetary system an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support) any distinctive flag conforming to or constituting a standard of measurement or value; or of the usual or regularized or accepted kind commonly used or supplied established or well-known or widely recognized as a model of authority or excellence conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers regularly and widely used or sold
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move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
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a police investigation to determine the perpetrator discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
any agent that causes a narrowing of an opening of a blood vessel: cold or stress or nicotine or epinephrine or norepinephrine or angiotensin or vasopressin or certain drugs; maintains or increases blood pressure increasing (or tending to increase) blood pressure
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes guarantee payment on; of checks authorize officially guarantee as meeting a certain standard declare legally insane endorsed authoritatively as having met certain requirements fit to be certified as insane (and treated accordingly) holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill
any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians) one who is playfully mischievous play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
the player judged to be the most important to the sport
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noteworthy scarcity a rarified quality something unusual -- perhaps worthy of collecting
get or find back; recover the use of get over an illness or shock regain a former condition after a financial loss regain or make up for reuse (materials from waste products) cover anew returning to health after illness or debility
make or cause to be or to become bring into existence pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity invest with a new title, office, or rank create by artistic means create or manufacture a man-made product
a tooth for cutting or gnawing; located in the front of the mouth in both jaws
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make into a whole or make part of a whole include or contain; have as a component form a corporation unite or merge with something already in existence formed or united into a whole organized and maintained as a legal corporation introduced into as a part of the whole
varix or varicose condition in which a vein is swollen and tortuous
the reasoning involved when you assume the conclusion is true and reason backward to the evidence returning to a former state go back to a statistical means go back to a previous state get worse or fall back to a previous condition go back to bad behavior
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happening or done before and in preparation for a surgical operation
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a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls cause to become give something useful or necessary to give an interpretation or rendition of give or supply pass down make over as a return give back to surrender someone or something to another show in, or as in, a picture coat with plastic or cement bestow restate (words) from one language into another language melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
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bring into intimate and incriminating connection impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
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any of various alternatives; some other
a natural loss of the products of conception
bring into intimate and incriminating connection impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result culpably involved
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the location of something surrounded by other things not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid dimensions having component parts closely crowded together relatively dense in consistency spoken as if with a thick tongue having a short and solid form or stature hard to pass through because of dense growth (of darkness) very intense (used informally) associated on close terms (used informally) stupid abounding; having a lot of with a thick consistency in quick succession
of or relating to electronics; concerned with or using devices that operate on principles governing the behavior of electrons of or concerned with electrons
clarify by giving an example of depict with an illustration supply with illustrations
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the jaw in vertebrates that is fused to the cranium of or relating to the upper jaw
assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
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utter `tsk,' `tut,' or `tut-tut,' as in disapproval
(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct
mutual or reciprocal relation or relatedness
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a local tax on property (usually used in the plural) a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis the relative speed of progress or change a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
the act of making and recording a measurement the act of observing; taking a patient look a remark expressing careful consideration facts learned by observing the act of noticing or paying attention
a small flexible tube inserted into a body cavity for draining off fluid or introducing medication
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman informal term for a man someone who is morally reprehensible a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward metal supports for logs in a fireplace go after with the intent to catch
bandage that stops the flow of blood from an artery by applying pressure
the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus
increase make better or more attractive
of or relating to the chest or thorax
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grass whose starchy grains are used as food: wheat; rice; rye; oats; maize; buckwheat; millet foodstuff prepared from the starchy grains of cereal grasses a breakfast food prepared from grain made of grain or relating to grain or the plants that produce it
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics exchange messages take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
being present everywhere at once
branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of disease a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain
the provincial capital and largest city in Ontario (and the largest city in Canada)
a reference point to shoot at a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence the location of the target that is to be hit sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
a chemical agent capable of reducing the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved
of, relating to, or used in public debate or argument used or applied in the investigation and establishment of facts or evidence in a court of law
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show to a seat; assign a seat for be able to seat place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position put a seat on a chair provide with seats place or attach firmly in or on a base place in or on a seat (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
form into a shape resembling the final, desired one form or shape beforehand or determine the shape of beforehand
a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically); usually recovered as a by-product from ores of other metals
something that hinders as if with bonds stick to firmly create social or emotional ties make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose secure with or as if with ropes bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted provide with a binding fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord form a chemical bond with cause to be constipated
the state of having cells
of or relating to the study of history having once lived or existed or taken place in the real world as distinct from being legendary belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past used of the study of a phenomenon (especially language) as it changes through time
put in opposition to show or emphasize differences to show differences when compared; be different
without any others being included or involved
an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated on the negative side or lower end of a scale involving disadvantage or harm
invasion of the bloodstream by virulent microorganisms from a focus of infection
inflammation of the membranes lining the bronchial tubes
(biochemistry) a long linear polymer found in the nucleus of a cell and formed from nucleotides and shaped like a double helix; associated with the transmission of genetic information
how something is done or how it happens a way of acting or behaving a kind
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the first occurrence of menstruation in a woman
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to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably squeeze like a wedge into a tight space force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically cause to move by pulling do forcibly; exert force take by force produced by or subjected to forcing forced or compelled made necessary by an unexpected situation or emergency lacking spontaneity; not natural
the property of being physically or mentally strong capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war physical energy or intensity an asset of special worth or utility the power to induce the taking of a course of action or the embracing of a point of view by means of argument or entreaty the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects the condition of financial success permanence by virtue of the power to resist stress or force
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of or relating to the pleura or the walls of the thorax
suited to your comfort or purpose or needs large and roomy (`convenient' is archaic in this sense)
the second of two or the second mentioned of two referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
the use of strong light to treat acne or hyperbilirubinemia of the newborn
remove as if by suction pronounce with aspiration; of stop sounds suck in (air)
a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed the finger next to the thumb list in an index provide with an index adjust through indexation
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation a branch of knowledge some situation or event that is thought about (grammar) one of the two main constituents of a sentence; the grammatical constituent about which something is predicated a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a person who owes allegiance to that nation (logic) the first term of a proposition cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to make accountable for make subservient; force to submit or subdue refer for judgment or consideration
a powerful effect or influence (physics) the influence that produces a change in a physical quantity physical energy or intensity group of people willing to obey orders a unit that is part of some military service an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists) one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority a group of people having the power of effective action (of a law) having legal validity a putout of a base runner who is required to run; the putout is accomplished by holding the ball while touching the base to which the runner must advance before the runner reaches that base to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably squeeze like a wedge into a tight space force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically cause to move by pulling do forcibly; exert force take by force
transfer to another transmit or serve as the medium for transmission broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television send from one person or place to another
to bear a reciprocal or mutual relation bring into a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relation
a consonant pronounced with aspiration remove as if by suction pronounce with aspiration; of stop sounds suck in (air)
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. thought that makes something comprehensible the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible
(used of solutions) having the same or equal osmotic pressure relating to or characterized by the equal intervals of a musical scale of or involving muscular contraction in which tension is constant while length changes of two or more muscles; having equal tension
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Australian physician and bacteriologist who described the bacterium that causes undulant fever or brucellosis (1855-1931) king of Scotland from 1306 to 1329; defeated the English army under Edward II at Bannockburn and gained recognition of Scottish independence (1274-1329)
mate a hybrid of the first generation with one of its parents
resistance of a liquid to shear forces (and hence to flow)
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a pompous fool hardy and sure-footed animal smaller and with longer ears than the horse slang for sexual intercourse evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) estimate the value of (property) for taxation
put to use carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions give a workout to do physical exercise learn by repetition
the branch of morphology that deals with the structure of animals alternative names for the body of a human being a detailed analysis
a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Dorado and Hydrus any fine network (especially one in the body composed of cells or blood vessels) the second compartment of the stomach of a ruminant
connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated
any distinct time period in a sequence of events (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary a particular point in the time of a cycle; measured from some arbitrary zero and expressed as an angle (astronomy) the particular appearance of a body's state of illumination (especially one of the recurring shapes of the part of Earth's moon that is illuminated by the sun) arrange in phases or stages adjust so as to be in a synchronized condition
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) estimate the value of (property) for taxation
an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease perform an autopsy on a dead body; do a post-mortem
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes record in a ship's manifest reveal its presence or make an appearance
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a predisposition in favor of something a strong liking
make a mathematical calculation or computation judge to be probable keep an account of predict in advance specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public have faith or confidence in carefully thought out in advance
someone who responds
reason by deduction; establish by deduction draw from specific cases for more general cases conclude by reasoning; in logic guess correctly; solve by guessing believe to be the case
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any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects
a thin triangular flap of a heart valve part of a compound leaf a small book usually having a paper cover
a doctor who specializes in medical diagnosis
be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something keep an account of to give an account or representation of in words furnish a justifying analysis or explanation
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use as a quantifier express as a number or measure or quantity
show a response or a reaction to something react verbally respond favorably or as hoped
chrosomal abnormality in which there is one more than the normal number of chromosomes in a cell
formality and propriety of manner something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions a district that is reserved for particular purpose armed forces that are not on active duty but can be called in an emergency the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance
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United States rock star singer and pianist (born in 1935) United States athlete who won gold medals at the Olympics for his skill in sprinting and jumping (born in 1961) United States explorer and soldier who lead led an expedition from St. Louis to the mouth of the Columbia River (1774-1809) United States labor leader who was president of the United Mine Workers of America from 1920 to 1960 and president of the Congress of Industrial Organizations from 1935 to 1940 (1880-1969) United States novelist who satirized middle-class America in his novel Main Street (1885-1951) English critic and novelist; author of theological works and of books for children (1898-1963)
of or involving the ovaries
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a business firm whose articles of incorporation have been approved in some state
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difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze able to make fine distinctions working or spreading in a hidden and usually injurious way
an unforeseen development an interpretation of a text or action any clever maneuver the act of rotating rapidly a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight a circular segment of a curve a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself a jerky pulling movement a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s the act of winding or twisting turning or twisting around (in place) to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form turn in the opposite direction form into a spiral shape form into twists extend in curves and turns do the twist twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive twist suddenly so as to sprain
of or relating to or resembling papilla
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dry (ink) with blotting paper make a spot or mark onto
potentially existing but not presently evident or realized (pathology) not presently active
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the act of accomplishing some aim or executing some order the act of implementing (providing a practical means for accomplishing something); carrying into effect
something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action the act of guiding or showing the way the act of setting and holding a course
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make clear and (more) comprehensible make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear
inflammation of the skin; skin becomes itchy and may develop blisters
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the display of a motion picture fabric of metal or plastic mesh the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it testing objects or persons in order to identify those with particular characteristics test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task sufficient for the purpose about average; acceptable
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an immature red blood cell containing a network of filaments or granules
the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual a person of considerable prominence
a metric unit of volume equal to one tenth of a liter
diabetes caused by a relative or absolute deficiency of insulin and characterized by polyuria a metric unit of length equal to one tenth of a meter
an investigator who is employed to find missing persons or missing goods an instrument used to make tracings (radiology) any radioactive isotope introduced into the body to study metabolism or other biological processes ammunition whose flight can be observed by a trail of smoke
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descent of the uterus into the pelvic cavity that occurs late in pregnancy; the fetus is said to have dropped changing to a lighter color make more cheerful reduce the weight on; make lighter become more cheerful make lighter or brighter become lighter alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive
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a doctor's degree in religion
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
a transuranic element a logarithmic unit of sound intensity; 10 times the logarithm of the ratio of the sound intensity to some reference intensity
like better; value more highly select as an alternative over another promote over another give preference to one creditor over another more desirable than another preferred above all others and treated with partiality
be the cause or source of end resistance, as under pressure or force give or supply give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another give in, as to influence or pressure move in order to make room for someone for something cause to happen or be responsible for be willing to concede be fatally overwhelmed bring in be flexible under stress of physical force cease opposition; stop fighting consent reluctantly
a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends present someone with a certificate authorize by certificate
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a radioactive transuranic element the bureau in the State Department that is responsible for the security of diplomats and embassies overseas an honorary degree in science a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets the cardinal number that is the product of one hundred and five the 4th letter of the Roman alphabet
a person forced to flee from home or country
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not frequent; not occurring regularly or at short intervals
a graphical record of electric currents associated with muscle contractions
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a natural object that covers or envelops an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it) the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it the act of protecting something by covering it the work of applying something;  provide with a covering or cause to be covered form a cover over span an interval of distance, space or time provide for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory travel across or pass over be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism hold within range of an aimed firearm to take an action to protect against future problems hide from view or knowledge protect or defend (a position in a game) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling protect by insurance make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities invest with a large or excessive amount of something help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of spread over a surface to conceal or protect cover as if with a shroud copulate with a female, used especially of horses put something on top of something else play a higher card than the one previously played be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game sit on (eggs) clothe, as if for protection from the elements
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a mixture with properties between those of a solution and fine suspension
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(chemistry, physics, biology) readily undergoing change or breakdown liable to change
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a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease
a quad with a square body a linear unit (1/6 inch) used in printing
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using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole--intellectual or substantial--into its elemental parts or basic principles) of a proposition that is necessarily true independent of fact or experience
something that is inferred (deduced or entailed or implied) a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection a logical relation between propositions p and q of the form `if p then q'; if p is true then q cannot be false a relation implicated by virtue of involvement or close connection (especially an incriminating involvement)
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an advantageous purchase a stolen base; an instance in which a base runner advances safely during the delivery of a pitch (without the help of a hit or walk or passed ball or wild pitch) take without the owner's consent move stealthily steal a base
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a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses an expert who observes and comments on something
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of make mention of observe with care or pay close attention to watch attentively show respect towards behave as expected during of holidays or rites follow with the eyes or the mind stick to correctly or closely conform one's action or practice to discovered or determined by scientific observation
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be contingent upon (something that is elided) have faith or confidence in
of or relating to cytoplasm
a prediction made by extrapolating from past observations the projection of an image from a film onto a screen a planned undertaking any structure that branches out from a central support any solid convex shape that juts out from something (psychiatry) a defense mechanism by which your own traits and emotions are attributed to someone else the acoustic phenomenon that gives sound a penetrating quality the representation of a figure or solid on a plane as it would look from a particular direction the act of projecting out from something the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting
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fixation (as by a plaster cast) of a body part in order to promote proper healing the act of limiting movement or making incapable of movement
most favorable conditions or greatest degree or amount possible under given circumstances most desirable possible under a restriction expressed or implied
a practical method or art applied to some particular task skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity
a heavy odorless colorless gas formed during respiration and by the decomposition of organic substances; absorbed from the air by plants in photosynthesis
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not present; having left used of an opponent's ground (of a baseball pitch) on the far side of home plate from the batter from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete) from one's possession out of the way (especially away from one's thoughts) out of existence at a distance in space or time indicating continuing action; continuously or steadily so as to be removed or gotten rid of freely or at will in or into a proper place (especially for storage or safekeeping) in a different direction in reserve; not for immediate use
a tumor composed of granulation tissue resulting from injury or inflammation or infection
something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury) (psychiatry) a defense mechanism that conceals your undesirable shortcomings by exaggerating desirable behaviors the act of compensating for service or loss or injury
having similarity in size, shape, and relative position of corresponding parts
(usually followed by `to') not having the necessary means or skill or know-how (usually followed by `to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability lacking in power or forcefulness
joint operation or action the practice of cooperating
a crystalline amino acid occurring in proteins; important in protein metabolism
cause to move by pulling get or derive make a mark or lines on a surface make, formulate, or derive in the mind bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover represent by making a drawing of, as with a pencil, chalk, etc. on a surface take liquid out of a container or well give a description of select or take in from a given group or region elicit responses, such as objections, criticism, applause, etc. suck in or take (air) move or go steadily or gradually remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) choose at random earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher bring or lead someone to a certain action or condition cause to flow write a legal document or paper engage in drawing move or pull so as to cover or uncover something allow a draft require a specified depth for floating pull (a person) apart with four horses tied to his extremities, so as to execute him cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense take in, also metaphorically direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes thread on or as if on a string stretch back a bowstring (on an archer's bow) pass over, across, or through finish a game with an equal number of points, goals, etc. contract reduce the diameter of (a wire or metal rod) by pulling it through a die steep; pass through a strainer remove the entrails of flatten, stretch, or mold metal or glass, by rolling or by pulling it through a die or by stretching cause to localize at one point showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering having the curtains or draperies closed or pulled shut
a red fluorescent dye resulting from the action of bromine on fluorescein; used in cosmetics and as a biological stain for studying cell structures
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combination of lenses at the viewing end of optical instruments of or relating to or resembling the eye relating to or using sight visible; give me the ocular proof"- Shakespeare
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status with respect to the relations between people or groups the amount of money needed to purchase something a word or expression used for some particular thing a limited period of time (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement any distinct quantity contained in a polynomial one of the substantive phrases in a logical proposition the end of gestation or point at which birth is imminent (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome name formally or designate with a term
(physics) the maximum displacement of a periodic wave the property of copious abundance greatness of magnitude
the bodily process of discharging waste matter waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body
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any of a group of non-arboviruses including the rotavirus causing infant enteritis
a dialect of Chinese spoken in the Yangtze delta
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the process of reducing sensitivity
a slight indication evidence that helps to solve a problem roll into a ball
make too high an estimate of assign too high a value to
an associative relation (genetics) traits that tend to be inherited together as a consequence of an association between their genes; all of the genes of a given chromosome are linked (where one goes they all go) a mechanical system of rods or springs or pivots that transmits power or motion the act of linking things together
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get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers widely accepted as true or worthy; surveys show otherwise"- Economist
in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature
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a politician who is running for public office someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
female of domestic cattle: "`moo-cow' is a child's term" mature female of mammals of which the male is called `bull' a large unpleasant woman subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats)
either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin the helmsman of a ship's boat or a racing crew act as the coxswain, in a boat race
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function resulting in suffering or adversity distressing indicating hostility or enmity presaging ill fortune (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well unfavorably or with disapproval with difficulty or inconvenience; scarcely or hardly
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a disease caused by nematodes in the blood or tissues of the body causing blockage of lymphatic vessels
the vessel that contains the seeds of a plant (not the seeds themselves) lean white flesh of important North Atlantic food fish; usually baked or poached major food fish of Arctic and cold-temperate waters fool or hoax harass with persistent criticism or carping payable by the recipient on delivery collecting the charges upon delivery
a subordinate who performs an important but routine function tooth on the rim of gear wheel roll steel ingots join pieces of wood with cogs
set that receives radio or tv signals (law) a person (usually appointed by a court of law) who liquidates assets or preserves them for the benefit of affected parties earphone that converts electrical signals into sounds a person who receives something the tennis player who receives the serve a football player who catches (or is supposed to catch) a forward pass
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard be or do something to a greater degree
a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority the verbal act of requesting express the need or desire for; ask for ask (a person) to do something inquire for (information)
peptide released from the amino end of fibrinogen by the action of thrombin to form fibrin during clotting of the blood
a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency) the act of supplementing
the act of gathering something together get or gather together call for and obtain payment of assemble or get together get or bring together gather or collect
the quality of a person's voice (linguistics) a pitch or change in pitch of the voice that serves to distinguish words in tonal languages (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a quality of a given color that differs slightly from another color a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound a steady sound without overtones the elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli a musical interval of two semitones the quality of something (an act or a piece of writing) that reveals the attitudes and presuppositions of the author utter monotonously and repetitively and rhythmically vary the pitch of one's speech change the color or tone of change to a color image give a healthy elasticity to
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the main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber luggage consisting of a large strong case used when traveling or for storage the body excluding the head and neck and limbs compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools a long flexible snout as of an elephant
a specific sequence of three adjacent nucleotides on a strand of DNA or RNA that specifies the genetic code information for synthesizing a particular amino acid
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism a change or alteration in form or qualities
a sudden occurrence (or recurrence) of a disease the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property the act of taking of a person by force the taking possession of something by legal process
encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) gradual improvement or growth or development
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relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content (used of eyes) fully open or extended very large in expanse or scope great in degree having ample fabric not on target
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act of assembling and putting into readiness for war or other emergency: "mobilization of the troops" act of marshaling and organizing and making ready for use or action
a class of transferases that catalyze transamination (that transfer an amino group from an amino acid to another compound)
a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced the act of regarding as equal
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reestablish on a new, usually improved, basis or make new or like new amplify (an electron current) by causing part of the power in the output circuit to act upon the input circuit bring, lead, or force to abandon a wrong or evil course of life, conduct, and adopt a right one return to life; get or give new life or energy replace (tissue or a body part) through the formation of new tissue be formed or shaped anew form or produce anew undergo regeneration restore strength
(immunology) the attraction between an antigen and an antibody (anthropology) kinship by marriage or adoption; not a blood relationship (biology) state of relationship between organisms or groups of organisms resulting in resemblance in structure or structural parts a close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character the force attracting atoms to each other and binding them together in a molecule inherent resemblance between persons or things a natural attraction or feeling of kinship
sharpness of vision; the visual ability to resolve fine detail (usually measured by a Snellen chart) a quick and penetrating intelligence
neutering a male animal by removing the testicles surgical removal of the testes or ovaries (usually to inhibit hormone secretion in cases of breast cancer in women or prostate cancer in men) the deletion of objectionable parts from a literary work
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a social unit living together primary social group; parents and children a collection of things sharing a common attribute people descended from a common ancestor a person having kinship with another or others (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more genera a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities an association of people who share common beliefs or activities
a period of time when you are confined to a hospital the condition of being treated as a patient in a hospital insurance that pays all or part of a patient's hospital expense placing in medical care in a hospital
become less tense, rest, or take one's ease make less taut become loose or looser or less tight cause to feel relaxed become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner make less severe or strict become less severe or strict make less active or fast affording physical or mental rest
a tiny drop
be relevant to be on the mind of
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introduce a cannula or tube into
the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) an opening through which fluid is admitted to a tube or container the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose be pertinent or relevant or applicable ask (for something) apply to a surface be applicable to; as to an analysis give or convey physically avail oneself to ensure observance of laws and rules;  refer (a word or name) to a person or thing apply oneself to concerned with concrete problems or data rather than with fundamental principles
of or relating to substances that are toxic to cells
to put down by force or authority limit the range or extent of limit, block, or decrease the action or function of control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior
(sports) the act of preventing the opposition from scoring save from ruin, destruction, or harm to keep up and reserve for personal or special use bring into safety spend less; buy at a reduced price accumulate money for future use make unnecessary an expenditure or effort save from sins refrain from harming spend sparingly, avoid the waste of retain rights to record data on a computer
something (a term or expression or concept) that has a reciprocal relation to something else (mathematics) one of a pair of numbers whose product is 1: the reciprocal of 2/3 is 3/2; the multiplicative inverse of 7 is 1/7 hybridization involving a pair of crosses that reverse the sexes associated with each genotype concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return of or relating to the multiplicative inverse of a quantity or function
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any substance that has a toxic effect on cells
an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized intelligence to tactical and operational and strategic level commanders the branch of computer science that deal with writing computer programs that can solve problems creatively a sloth that has three long claws on each forefoot and each hindfoot the introduction of semen into the oviduct or uterus by some means other than sexual intercourse
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of the region above the ground a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing a slight wind (usually refreshing) the mass of air surrounding the Earth once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence medium for radio and television broadcasting travel via aircraft expose to fresh air be broadcast broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television make public expose to warm or heated air, so as to dry expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) the action of directing something at an object the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards propose or intend move into a desired direction of discourse specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public intend (something) to move towards a certain goal direct (a remark) toward an intended goal have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions exceedingly sudden and unexpected extremely steep surprisingly and unceremoniously brusque in manner
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a resource the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose money to support a worthy person or cause the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of
(anatomy) any of the narrow grooves in an organ or tissue especially those that mark the convolutions on the surface of the brain
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heighten or intensify supply the inspiration for serve as the inciting cause of spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts fill with revolutionary ideas draw in (air) being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
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an immunosuppressive drug (trade name Imuran) used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ
dilation of blood vessels (especially the arteries)
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relating to or made of or similar to a membrane characterized by formation of a membrane (or something resembling a membrane)
the act of substituting other food for the mother's milk in the diet of a child or young mammal gradually deprive (infants and young mammals) of mother's milk detach the affections of
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an oral vaccine (containing live but weakened poliovirus) that is given to provide immunity to poliomyelitis
bypass intentionally fail to attend jump lightly leave suddenly bound off one point after another cause to skip over a surface
part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function a soft thin (usually translucent) paper create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton
a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle any of various ferns of the genus Pteris having pinnately compound leaves and including several popular houseplants large coarse fern often several feet high; essentially weed ferns; cosmopolitan an area thickly overgrown usually with one kind of plant anything that slows or hinders a process stop travelling by applying a brake cause to stop by applying the brakes
any cone-shaped artifact a shape whose base is a circle and whose sides taper up to a point cone-shaped mass of ovule- or spore-bearing scales or bracts a visual receptor cell in the retina that is sensitive to bright light and to color make cone-shaped
the dilated portion of a canal or duct especially of the semicircular canals of the ear a flask that has two handles; used by Romans for wines or oils
the comparative form of an adjective or adverb relating to or based on or involving comparison estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete
a place where something ends or is complete
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts strengthen or make more firm make more firm support a person for a position administer the rite of confirmation to of persons; not subject to change having been established or made firm or received the rite of confirmation
a movement downward properties attributable to your ancestry the act of changing your location in a downward direction the kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors a downward slope or bend the descendants of one individual
carry out or perform an action perform a function give a performance (of something) get (something) done
from appearances alone unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')
recurring again and again
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higher than normal levels of potassium in the circulating blood; associated with kidney failure or sometimes with the use of diuretic drugs
become vascular and have vessels that circulate fluids make vascular
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a person who drinks liquids a person who drinks alcoholic beverages (especially to excess)
in an incorrect manner in an inaccurate manner
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score a sheet of metal or wood or glass or plastic a full-page illustration (usually on slick paper) dish on which food is served or from which food is eaten the quantity contained in a plate a rigid layer of the Earth's crust that is believed to drift slowly the thin under portion of the forequarter a main course served on a plate any flat platelike body structure or part the positively charged electrode in a vacuum tube a flat sheet of metal or glass on which a photographic image can be recorded structural member consisting of a horizontal beam that provides bearing and anchorage a shallow receptacle for collection in church a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) a dental appliance that artificially replaces missing teeth coat with a layer of metal make a plat of
a soft silver-white univalent element of the alkali metal group; the lightest metal known; occurs in several minerals
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence (criminal law) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed
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the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary a line enclosing a plane areas the size of something as given by the distance around it
a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics) a writer or artist who sells services to different employers without a long-term contract with any of them free from external control and constraint (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence not controlled by a party or interest group
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cell that functions in the breakdown and resorption of bone tissue
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a small circular opening between the stomach and the duodenum
a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another a duplicate copy
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb a hired laborer on a farm or ranch something written by hand ability a position given by its location to the side of an object the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time one of two sides of an issue a rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece a unit of length equal to 4 inches; used in measuring horses a member of the crew of a ship a card player in a game of bridge a round of applause to signify approval terminal part of the forelimb in certain vertebrates (e.g. apes or kangaroos) physical assistance place into the hands or custody of guide or conduct or usher somewhere
a native or inhabitant of Norway a Scandinavian language that is spoken in Norway of or relating to Norway or its people or culture or language
oxygen deficiency causing a very strong drive to correct the deficiency
an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant mix together different elements become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse make liquid or plastic by heating
a material used to coat cooking utensils and in industrial applications where sticking is to be avoided
capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt can be felt by palpation
a thin flexible tube inserted into the body to permit introduction or withdrawal of fluids or to keep the passageway open
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a muscular sac attached to the liver that stores bile (secreted by the liver) until it is needed for digestion
issue commands or orders for set down as a rule or guide fixed or established especially by order or command conforming to set usage, procedure, or discipline formally laid down or imposed
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keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" continue a certain state, condition, or activity retain possession of stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state conform one's action or practice to stick to correctly or closely look after; be the keeper of; have charge of maintain by writing regular records supply with room and board allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature supply with necessities and support fail to spoil or rot behave as expected during of holidays or rites keep under control; keep in check maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger raise retain rights to store or keep customarily have as a supply maintain for use and service hold and prevent from leaving prevent (food) from rotting (especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
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an American whose first language is Spanish related to a Spanish-speaking people or culture
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close interaction the act of touching physically the state or condition of touching or of being in immediate proximity the physical coming together of two or more things a person who is in a position to give you special assistance a channel for communication between groups (electronics) a junction where things (as two electrical conductors) touch or are in physical contact a communicative interaction a thin curved glass or plastic lens designed to fit over the cornea in order to correct vision or to deliver medication be in or establish communication with be in direct physical contact with; make contact
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any of a group of steroid hormones that have the effect of progesterone
tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health
an eye disease that involves the clouding or opacification of the natural lens of the eye a large waterfall; violent rush of water over a precipice
the presence of endometrium elsewhere than in the lining of the uterus; causes premenstrual pain and dysmenorrhea
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demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
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relating to or befitting athletics or athletes vigorously active having a sturdy and well proportioned body
barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when injected as a general anesthetic
one whose prevailing mental imagery takes the form of inner feelings of action (of spores or microorganisms) capable of movement
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a surgical instrument used to cut very thin slices of skin
congenital tendency to uncontrolled bleeding; usually affects males and is transmitted from mother to son
a synthetic progestational compound used to treat endometrial carcinoma
fasten or fix with a clamp impose or inflict forcefully
of or relating to an arm
located near the base of the neck of or relating to the thyroid gland suggestive of a thyroid disorder
a mental image that is similar to a visual perception
of or relating to measurement by volume
radically distinctive and without equal (followed by `to') applying exclusively to a given category or condition or locality the single one of its kind highly unusual or rare but not the single instance
a terrorist group organized in 1970 to overthrow the Japanese government and monarchy and to foment world revolution; is said to have close ties with Palestinian terrorists
the quality of being similar a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) parts of a stimulus field that are similar to each other tend to be perceived as belonging together as a unit
someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there
the voice used to indicate that the grammatical subject of the verb is the recipient (not the source) of the action denoted by the verb lacking in energy or will peacefully resistant in response to injustice expressing that the subject of the sentence is the patient of the action denoted by the verb
a machine that cuts grain and binds it in sheaves something used to bind separate particles together or facilitate adhesion to a surface holds loose papers or magazines something used to tie or bind
process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle) a haphazard distribution in all directions a tasty mixture to be spread on bread or crackers or used in preparing other dishes a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed two facing pages of a book or other publication the expansion of a person's girth (especially at middle age) decorative cover for a bed act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time distribute or disperse widely become distributed or widespread spread across or over spread out or open from a closed or folded state cause to become widely known become widely known and passed on strew or distribute over an area move outward cover by spreading something over distribute over a surface in a layer distributed or spread over a considerable extent prepared or arranged for a meal; especially having food set out fully extended in width
subject to a mathematical transformation change or alter in form, appearance, or nature change in outward structure or looks change from one form or medium into another convert (one form of energy) to another change (a bacterial cell) into a genetically distinct cell by the introduction of DNA from another cell of the same or closely related species increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage) given a completely different form or appearance
a committee having supervisory powers a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose food or meals in general a vertical surface on which information can be displayed to public view a table at which meals are served electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities a flat portable surface (usually rectangular) designed for board games get on board of (trains, buses, ships, aircraft, etc.) live and take one's meals at or in lodge and take meals (at) provide food and lodging (for)
require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes provide evidence for give evidence supported by evidence
of or relating to a cadaver or corpse
an abnormal condition in males in which the urethra opens on the under surface of the penis
the act of playing a musical instrument the action of taking part in a game or sport or other recreation the performance of a part or role in a drama participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line
the colorless watery fluid of the blood and lymph that contains no cells, but in which the blood cells (erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thrombocytes) are suspended a green slightly translucent variety of chalcedony used as a gemstone (physical chemistry) a fourth state of matter distinct from solid or liquid or gas and present in stars and fusion reactors; a gas becomes a plasma when it is heated until the atoms lose all their electrons, leaving a highly electrified collection of nuclei and free electrons
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not responsive to physical stimuli deficient in human sensibility; not mentally or morally sensitive
a radiogram made by exposing photographic film to X rays; used in medical diagnosis
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(biochemistry) a long linear polymer of nucleotides found in the nucleus but mainly in the cytoplasm of a cell where it is associated with microsomes; it transmits genetic information from DNA to the cytoplasm and controls certain chemical processes in the cell
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develop in a positive way move forward, also in the metaphorical sense form or accumulate steadily
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a member of a Semitic people originally from the Arabian peninsula and surrounding territories who speaks Arabic and who inhabits much of the Middle East and northern Africa a spirited graceful and intelligent riding horse native to Arabia
wearing away by friction of a substance, especially a strong acid; capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action
an occurrence that involves the production of a union the state of being combined into one body the merging of adjacent sounds or syllables or words a nuclear reaction in which nuclei combine to form more massive nuclei with the simultaneous release of energy the combining of images from the two eyes to form a single visual percept correction of an unstable part of the spine by joining two or more vertebrae; usually done surgically but sometimes done by traction or immobilization the act of fusing (or melting) together
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a neoplasm of lymph tissue that is usually malignant; one of the four major types of cancer
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having no hair or fur
a skin disease of adults (more often women) in which blood vessels of the face enlarge resulting in a flushed appearance
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the pace of music measured by the number of beats occurring in 60 seconds
with regard to temporal order
a person who is paralyzed in both arms and both legs
the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually
(computer science) the rate at which data is transferred (as by a modem)
a drug that lowers the body's normal immune response of or relating to a substance that lowers the body's normal immune response and induces immunosuppression
not dense
any of numerous small green nonvascular plants of the class Hepaticopsida growing in wet places and resembling green seaweeds or leafy mosses pertaining to or affecting the liver
having incalculable monetary, intellectual, or spiritual worth
the state of being free from danger or injury defense against financial failure; financial independence freedom from anxiety or fear a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends property that your creditor can claim in case you default on your obligation a department responsible for the security of the institution's property and workers a guarantee that an obligation will be met an electrical device that sets off an alarm when someone tries to break in measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.
a state of extreme hunger resulting from lack of essential nutrients over a prolonged period the act of depriving of food or subjecting to famine
a salt of hydrofluoric acid
a painting of a naked human figure without clothing (especially in the phrase `in the nude') a naked person a statue of a naked human figure completely unclothed
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point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards propose or intend move into a desired direction of discourse specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public intend (something) to move towards a certain goal direct (a remark) toward an intended goal have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
spanning or extending throughout the entire world involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope of worldwide scope or applicability
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someone who is being trained
an instrument for measuring the distance between two points (often used in the plural) measure the diameter of something with calipers
the descendants of one individual the kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors the number of lines in a piece of printed material a rate of payment for written material that is measured according to the number of lines submitted inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline
a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region
British nuclear physicist (born in Germany) honored for his contributions to quantum mechanics (1882-1970) have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with brought into existence being talented through inherited qualities
criticize severely come on suddenly and intensely cause to explode violently and with loud noise
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one of the bony segments of the spinal column
a person who evokes boredom a high wave (often dangerous) caused by tidal flow (as by colliding tidal currents or in a narrow estuary) diameter of a tube or gun barrel a hole or passage made by a drill; usually made for exploratory purposes cause to be bored make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with
a blemish on the skin that is formed before birth
make impure make radioactive by adding radioactive material spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination that infects or taints
a drug that reduces high blood pressure
(computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot)
a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter the trait of appreciating (and being able to express) the humorous a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling the quality of being funny (Middle Ages) one of the four fluids in the body whose balance was believed to determine your emotional and physical state the liquid parts of the body put into a good mood
the verbal act of requesting inquire about make a request or demand for something to somebody direct or put; seek an answer to consider obligatory; request and expect address a question to and expect an answer from require as useful, just, or proper require or ask for as a price or condition
declare untrue; contradict refuse to accept or believe refuse to grant, as of a petition or request refuse to let have deny oneself (something); restrain, especially from indulging in some pleasure deny formally (an allegation of fact by the opposing party) in a legal suit refuse to recognize or acknowledge
of or relating to a cortex
the act of sharing in the activities of a group the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.)
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make clear and (more) comprehensible make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear
a branch that flows into the main stream flowing together
have a conference in order to talk something over present
a person who has received a degree from a school (high school or college or university) a measuring instrument for measuring fluid volume; a glass container (cup or cylinder or flask) whose sides are marked with or divided into amounts receive an academic degree upon completion of one's studies confer an academic degree upon make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring
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of or pertaining to the art and science of architecture
an event in which one thing is substituted for another the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help"
receive an academic degree upon completion of one's studies confer an academic degree upon make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring marked with or divided into degrees taking place by degrees
a disorder (usually of unknown origin) of the heart muscle (myocardium)
the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand military installation at which a body of troops is stationed a job in an organization an upright consisting of a piece of timber or metal fixed firmly in an upright position United States aviator who in 1933 made the first solo flight around the world (1899-1935) United States female author who wrote a book and a syndicated newspaper column on etiquette (1872-1960) United States manufacturer of breakfast cereals and Postum (1854-1914) any particular collection of letters or packages that is delivered a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track) the system whereby messages are transmitted via the post office the delivery and collection of letters and packages affix in a public place or for public notice publicize with, or as if with, a poster assign to a post; put into a post assign to a station display, as of records in sports games enter on a public list transfer (entries) from one account book to another ride Western style and bob up and down in the saddle in rhythm with a horse's trotting gait mark with a stake place so as to be noticed cause to be directed or transmitted to another place mark or expose as infamous
reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone;  a basic or essential attribute shared by all members of a class any area set aside for a particular purpose a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie
a cloud of solid or liquid particles in a gas a dispenser that holds a substance under pressure and that can release it as a fine spray (usually by means of a propellant gas)
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one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year a time unit of approximately 30 days
a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax) small flat mass of chopped food baked goods made from or based on a mixture of flour, sugar, eggs, and fat form a coat over
have in common use jointly or in common have, give, or receive a share of give out as one's portion or share communicate have in common; held or experienced in common distributed in portions (often equal) on the basis of a plan or purpose
the process of giving careful thought to something information that should be kept in mind when making a decision a discussion of a topic (as in a meeting) kind and considerate regard for others a fee charged in advance to retain the services of someone a considerate and thoughtful act
the process of decomposing organic matter (as in sewage) by bacteria or by chemical action or heat the organic process by which food is converted into substances that can be absorbed into the body learning and coming to understand ideas and information
state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages a sustained muscular contraction resulting from a rapid series of nerve impulses
refrain from harming save or relieve from an experience or action give up what is not strictly needed use frugally or carefully furnish with spars fight with spurs box lightly fight verbally avoiding waste
the body of people in a learned occupation an occupation requiring special education (especially in the liberal arts or sciences) an open avowal (true or false) of some belief or opinion affirmation of acceptance of some religion or faith
a line determining the limits of an area the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something the greatest possible degree of something a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards move forward by leaps and bounds form the boundary of; be contiguous to place limits on (extent or access) spring back; spring away from an impact stick to firmly create social or emotional ties make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose secure with or as if with ropes bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted provide with a binding fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord form a chemical bond with cause to be constipated confined by bonds held with another element, substance or material in chemical or physical union secured with a cover or binding; often used as a combining form (usually followed by `to') governed by fate covered or wrapped with a bandage headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in `college-bound students' bound by an oath bound by contract confined in the bowels
force somebody to do something commit in order to fulfill an obligation bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted restricted to a particular condition of life
bring into balance or equilibrium compute credits and debits of an account hold or carry in equilibrium be in equilibrium being in a state of proper equilibrium
(medicine) a malignant state; progressive and resistant to treatment and tending to cause death quality of being disposed to evil; intense ill will
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a leukocyte that has granules in its cytoplasm
an increase in the density of something the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together encoding information while reducing the bandwidth or bits required applying pressure
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replace a corner by a plane approximate by ignoring all terms beyond a chosen one make shorter as if by cutting off cut short in duration terminating abruptly by having or as if having an end or point cut off
law enacted by a legislative body the act of making or enacting laws
producing an effect
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undergo mutation
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given in accordance with
relating to a clinic or conducted in or as if in a clinic and depending on direct observation of patients scientifically detached; unemotional
how something is done or how it happens how a result is obtained or an end is achieved a line leading to a place or point the condition of things generally a course of conduct any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another a journey or passage space for movement the property of distance in general doing as one pleases or chooses a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' a portion of something divided into shares to a great degree or by a great distance; very much (`right smart' is regional in the United States)
a scientist who devotes himself to doing research
a state of surviving; remaining alive a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment something that survives
an increase to counteract a perceived discrepancy
lowest in rank or importance less than normal in degree or intensity or amount literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension very low in volume unrefined in character used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency of the most contemptible kind low or inferior in station or quality no longer sufficient subdued or brought low in condition or status filled with melancholy and despondency in the lowest position; nearest the ground
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a very slender natural or synthetic fiber
enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of according with custom or propriety displaying or setting off to best advantage
convert information into code
a tricyclic antidepressant drug that activates the psychomotor system
the leaf of a conifer a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument a sharp pointed implement (usually steel) a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record goad or provoke,as by constant criticism prick with a needle
people who are no longer living a time when coldness (or some other quality associated with death) is intense no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life not showing characteristics of life especially the capacity to sustain life; no longer exerting force or having energy or heat very tired unerringly accurate physically inactive (followed by `to') not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive devoid of physical sensation; numb lacking acoustic resonance not yielding a return not circulating or flowing not surviving in active use lacking resilience or bounce out of use or operation because of a fault or breakdown no longer having force or relevance complete drained of electric charge; discharged devoid of activity; nothing ever happens here" quickly and without warning completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
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an orange isomer of an unsaturated hydrocarbon found in many plants; is converted into vitamin A in the liver yellow or orange-red fat-soluble pigments in plants
convert information into code
a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations relating to or producing insensibility characterized by insensibility
proper alignment; the property possessed by something that is in correct or proper alignment make level, square, balanced, or concentric consistent with fact or reality; not false accurately placed or thrown devoted (sometimes fanatically) to a cause or concept or truth expressing or given to expressing the truth conforming to definitive criteria worthy of being depended on not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed rightly so called determined with reference to the earth's axis rather than the magnetic poles having a legally established claim in tune; accurate in pitch accurately fitted; level as acknowledged
go away or leave not being in a specified place nonexistent lost in thought; showing preoccupation
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show a response or a reaction to something react verbally respond favorably or as hoped
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producing new life or offspring
an ACE inhibitor (trade name Vasotec) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney and so results in vasodilation; administered after heart attacks
the largest possible quantity the greatest possible degree the point on a curve where the tangent changes from positive on the left to negative on the right the greatest or most complete or best possible
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a solid formed by the solidification of a chemical and having a highly regular atomic structure a crystalline element used as a component in various electronic devices a rock formed by the solidification of a substance; has regularly repeating internal structure; external plane faces colorless glass made of almost pure silica glassware made of quartz a protective cover that protects the face of a watch
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any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22 type genus of the family Cancridae
determined or actuated by emotion rather than reason of more than usual emotion of or pertaining to emotion (of persons) excessively affected by emotion
at the end
a graphical recording of the cardiac cycle produced by an electrocardiograph
(medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease the act of treating with medicines or remedies
the large trunk artery that carries blood from the left ventricle of the heart to branch arteries
including much or everything; and especially including stated limits
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an abnormal condition in which cerebrospinal fluid collects in the ventricles of the brain; in infants it can cause abnormally rapid growth of the head and bulging fontanelles and a small face; in adults the symptoms are primarily neurological
a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically make off with belongings of others consider apart from a particular case or instance give an abstract (of) existing only in the mind; separated from embodiment not representing or imitating external reality or the objects of nature dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention
taking immediate advantage, often unethically, of any circumstance of possible benefit
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief an indication that makes something evident (law) all the means by which any alleged matter of fact whose truth is investigated at judicial trial is established or disproved provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes provide evidence for give evidence
keep constant through physical or chemical reactions or evolutionary change keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction use cautiously and frugally preserve with sugar protected from harm or loss
the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one being one more than twelve
skillfulness by virtue of possessing special knowledge
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(statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume the act of distributing or spreading or apportioning the commercial activity of transporting and selling goods from a producer to a consumer
the molecular weight of a substance expressed in grams; the basic unit of amount of substance adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites a spy who works against enemy espionage spicy sauce often containing chocolate a small congenital pigmented spot on the skin a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away small velvety-furred burrowing mammal having small eyes and fossorial forefeet
a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel tight or narrow compression a tight feeling in some part of the body the action or process of compressing
of or relating to circulation relating to circulatory system or to circulation of the blood
a stable situation in which forces cancel one another a chemical reaction and its reverse proceed at equal rates equality of distribution a sensory system located in structures of the inner ear that registers the orientation of the head
the time when something ends pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life suffer or face the pain of death be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame stop operating or functioning feel indifferent towards languish as with love or desire cut or shape with a die to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player lose sparkle or bouquet disappear or come to an end suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense) in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be eagerly desirous
with validity; in a valid manner
by symptoms
sinking until covered completely with water (astronomy) the disappearance of a celestial body prior to an eclipse complete attention; intense mental effort a form of baptism in which part or all of a person's body is submerged the act of wetting something by submerging it
in an insincerely false manner in an incorrect manner
myositis characterized by weakness of limb and neck muscles and much muscle pain and swelling; progression and severity vary among individuals
the act of retaining something something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone;  keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling
trying something to find out about it any standardized procedure for measuring sensitivity or memory or intelligence or aptitude or personality etc a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge the act of undergoing testing the act of testing something a hard outer covering as of some amoebas and sea urchins put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine someone's knowledge of something show a certain characteristic when tested achieve a certain score or rating on a test determine the presence or properties of (a substance) undergo a test
gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
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relating to or controlled by the autonomic nervous system
a male with the same parents as someone else a male person who is a fellow member (of a fraternity or religion or other group) a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities used as a term of address for those male persons engaged in the same movement (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a monk and used as form of address
any red eruption of the skin a series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences imprudently incurring risk marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences
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chronic abnormal enlargement of the lymph nodes (usually associated with disease)
news that updates your information modernize or bring up to date bring up to date; supply with recent information bring to the latest state of technology
occurring or operating at the same time
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a large number or amount a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) a written form of a musical composition; parts for different instruments appear on separate staves on large pages a number that expresses the accomplishment of a team or an individual in a game or contest a set of twenty members grounds the facts about an actual situation an amount due (as at a restaurant or bar) a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally) a resentment strong enough to justify retaliation the act of scoring in a game or sport a seduction culminating in sexual intercourse gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
the ending of a series or sequence the last (24th) letter of the Greek alphabet
the spontaneous emission of a stream of particles or electromagnetic rays in nuclear decay
congenital tendency to uncontrolled bleeding; usually affects males and is transmitted from mother to son
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a definite length of time marked off by two instants a set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints the distance between things the difference in pitch between two notes
thinking that is coherent and logical decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion present reasons and arguments think logically endowed with the capacity to reason
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mentally and emotionally stable in contact with each other or in proximity assembled in one place in each other's company at the same time with cooperation and interchange with a common plan
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a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep a plot of ground in which plants are growing a depression forming the ground under a body of water (geology) a stratum of rock (especially sedimentary rock) a stratum of ore or coal thick enough to be mined with profit single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance the flat surface of a printing press on which the type form is laid in the last stage of producing a newspaper or magazine or book etc. a foundation of earth or rock supporting a road or railroad track furnish with a bed place (plants) in a prepared bed of soil put to bed have sexual intercourse with prepare for sleep
inflammation of a spinal joint; characterized by pain and stiffness
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an accusation of crime made by a grand jury on its own initiative informing by words a request for payment
a medical instrument for listening to the sounds generated inside the body
the formation of new blood vessels
walk with slow or fast paces go at a pace measure (distances) by pacing regulate or set the pace of
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an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
a small round soft mass (as of chewed food) a large pill; used especially in veterinary medicine
change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence exchange or give (something) in exchange for lay aside, abandon, or leave for another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation flog with or as if with a flexible rod reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
involving the entire earth; not limited or provincial in scope having the shape of a sphere or ball
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abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen a fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally separate anatomical structures the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition faithful support for a cause or political party or religion
antihypertensive drug (trade name Hytrin) used to treat high blood pressure
textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency) a supplementary component that improves capability add as a supplement to what seems insufficient serve as a supplement to add to the very end
the side by side pairing of homologous maternal and paternal chromosomes at the start of meiosis
a short electromagnetic wave (longer than infrared but shorter than radio waves); used for radar and microwave ovens and for transmitting telephone, facsimile, video and data kitchen appliance that cooks food by passing an electromagnetic wave through it; heat results from the absorption of energy by the water molecules in the food cook or heat in a microwave oven
the stirrup-shaped ossicle that transmits sound from the incus to the cochlea
disconnect or separate
single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance a relatively thin sheetlike expanse or region lying over or under another an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a hen that lays eggs thin structure composed of a single thickness of cells make or form a layer
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(anatomy) any encircling or beltlike structure
a locally circumscribed place characterized by some distinctive features any of the regions of the surface of the Earth loosely divided according to latitude or longitude an area or region distinguished from adjacent parts by a distinctive feature or characteristic (anatomy) any encircling or beltlike structure regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns separate or apportion into sections
process or result of becoming less or smaller the amount by which something shrinks the act of stealing goods that are on display in a store
of or relating to or produced by autoradiography
a sudden intense burst of radiant energy a momentary brightness a short vivid experience a sudden brilliant understanding a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) a gaudy outward display a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate a short news announcement concerning some on-going news story a bright patch of color used for decoration or identification a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph gleam or glow intermittently appear briefly display proudly; act ostentatiously or pretentiously make known or cause to appear with great speed run or move very quickly or hastily expose or show briefly protect by covering with a thin sheet of metal emit a brief burst of light tastelessly showy
the part of the leg between the hip and the knee the upper joint of the leg of a fowl
of or relating to orthopedics
adjust for make amends for; pay compensation for make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities make reparations or amends for do or give something to somebody in return make payment to; compensate
for a long time without essential change
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the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music recurring at regular intervals an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs the arrangement of spoken words alternating stressed and unstressed elements natural family planning in which ovulation is assumed to occur 14 days before the onset of a period (the fertile period would be assumed to extend from day 10 through day 18 of her cycle)
located between cells
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission constitute reasonable evidence for take liberties or act with too much confidence
the compass point midway between south and west; at 225 degrees the southwestern region of the United States generally including New Mexico, Arizona, Texas, Nevada, California, and sometimes Utah and Colorado the direction corresponding to the southwestward compass point a location in the southwestern part of a country, region, or city coming from the southwest situated in or oriented toward the southwest to, toward, or in the southwest
an army unit large enough to sustain combat one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole the act or process of dividing an administrative unit in government or business discord that splits a group a league ranked by quality (biology) a group of organisms forming a subdivision of a larger category (botany) taxonomic unit of plants corresponding to a phylum a unit of the United States Air Force usually comprising two or more wings a group of ships of similar type an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of multiplication; the quotient of two numbers is computed the act of dividing or partitioning; separation by the creation of a boundary that divides or keeps apart
intended or adapted to afford protection of some kind showing care (usually followed by `of') solicitously caring or mindful
any of several similar lipophilic amines used as tranquilizers or sedatives or hypnotics or muscle relaxants; chronic use can lead to dependency
of or relating to any disease of the muscles that is not caused by nerve dysfunction
a common venereal disease caused by the treponema pallidum spirochete; symptoms change through progressive stages; can be congenital (transmitted through the placenta)
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from appearances alone
a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action a state in which martial law applies a brake operated by hand; usually operates by mechanical linkage
inflammation of the kidney and its pelvis caused by bacterial infection
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a very long fly ball a sudden very loud noise a strong current of air an explosion (as of dynamite) a highly pleasurable or exciting experience intense adverse criticism make a strident sound hit hard use explosives on apply a draft or strong wind to to create by using explosives make with or as if with an explosion fire a shot criticize harshly or violently shatter as if by explosion shrivel or wither or mature imperfectly
someone who responds
turn on or around an axis or a center exchange on a regular basis perform a job or duty on a rotating basis cause to turn on an axis or center turn outward plant or grow in a fixed cyclic order of succession
to become aware of through the senses become conscious of detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues detected by means of the senses
pertaining to respiration
remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse capable of preventing conception or impregnation warding off preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease
give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position
the sterilization of an animal cause to change; make different; cause a transformation become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence make an alteration to insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby remove the ovaries of
easily broken or damaged or destroyed vulnerably delicate lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame"
a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel) large but transportable armament a person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability) a professional killer who uses a gun a hand-operated pump that resembles a revolver; forces grease into parts of a machine a pedal that controls the throttle valve the discharge of a firearm as signal or as a salute in military ceremonies shoot with a gun
a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms the 16th letter of the Roman alphabet
of or relating to mucous membranes
an artificially made microscopic vesicle into which nucleic acids can be packaged; used in molecular biology as a transducing vector
the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus a narrow channel or strait a strong cord made from the intestines of sheep and used in surgery empty completely; destroy the inside of remove the guts of
a natural opening or perforation through a bone or a membranous structure
interlace by or as if by weaving create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton sway to and fro to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course made or constructed by interlacing threads or strips of material or other elements into a whole
frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor
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the higher of two berths piece of leather or synthetic material that forms the part of a shoe or boot above the sole that encases the foot a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression the topmost one of two higher in place or position superior in rank or accomplishment
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get or find back; recover the use of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost
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repetitive and persistent characterized by repetition
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery find unexpectedly make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret see for the first time; make a discovery identify as in botany or biology, for example
the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something be priced at require to lose, suffer, or sacrifice
a person who backs a politician or a team etc. someone who is an active supporter and advocate a thief who steals goods that are in a store an amplifier for restoring the strength of a transmitted signal the first stage of a multistage rocket an additional dose that makes sure the first dose was effective
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give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
remove the nucleus from (a cell) remove (a tumor or eye) from an enveloping sac or cover
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the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a resource
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assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group any of the equal portions into which the capital stock of a corporation is divided and ownership of which is evidenced by a stock certificate the allotment of some amount by dividing something the part played by a person in bringing about a result a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil have in common use jointly or in common have, give, or receive a share of give out as one's portion or share communicate
clothing of distinctive design worn by members of a particular group as a means of identification provide with uniforms always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences the same throughout in structure or composition not differentiated evenly spaced
in regular succession without gaps
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an abnormal increase in the number of lymphocytes in the circulating blood
the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract utter impulsively eject semen
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seemingly contradictory but nonetheless possibly true
a security pledged for the repayment of a loan descended from a common ancestor but through different lines serving to support or corroborate accompany, concomitant situated or running side by side
make a prediction about; tell in advance indicate by signs
a medical specialist who uses radioactive substances and X-rays in the treatment of disease
marked by qualities giving the power to produce an intended effect producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect
a usually malignant tumor arising from connective tissue (bone or muscle etc.); one of the four major types of cancer
(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity
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a border or edge of any of various body parts distinguished by color or structure
any member of Athapaskan tribes that migrated to the southwestern desert (from Arizona to Texas and south into Mexico); fought a losing battle from 1861 to 1886 with the United States and were resettled in Oklahoma a Parisian gangster the language of the Apache
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event the action of changing something the result of alteration or modification the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due a thing that is different a different or fresh set of clothes coins of small denomination regarded collectively money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency a difference that is usually pleasant cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of
contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
a substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction) a person who goes before or announces the coming of another something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
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an apparatus that produces a vapor or gas engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction someone who originates or causes or initiates something an electronic device for producing a signal voltage
relating to fluids at rest or to the pressures they exert or transmit
a body serving in an administrative capacity (Christianity) an assembly of theologians and bishops and other representatives of different churches or dioceses that is convened to regulate matters of discipline or doctrine a meeting of people for consultation
the act of testing something trying something to find out about it the act of undergoing testing (law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law (sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
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a chemical agent for use in chemical reactions
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the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases any deviation from a healthy or normal condition
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plan secretly, usually something illegal make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows interactions among variables or how something is constructed make a plat of devise the sequence of events in (a literary work or a play, movie, or ballet) planned in advance
any chamber that is connected to other chambers or passageways (especially one of the two upper chambers of the heart) the central area in a building; open to the sky
inflammation of the pancreas; usually marked by abdominal pain
(usually followed by `of') without due thought or consideration in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks
a minor actor in crowd scenes an additional edition of a newspaper (usually to report a crisis) something additional of the same kind more than is needed, desired, or required added to a regular schedule further or added unusually or exceptionally
a vessel (usually cylindrical) with a wide mouth and without handles the quantity contained in a jar a sudden jarring impact be incompatible; be or come into conflict move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion shock physically affect in a disagreeable way place in a cylindrical vessel
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attach a tag or label to designate as if by a mark be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense mark by some ceremony or observation make or leave a mark on to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful notice or perceive mark with a scar make small marks into the surface of establish as the highest level or best performance make underscoring marks remove from a list put a check mark on or near or next to assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation insert punctuation marks into strongly marked; easily noticeable singled out for notice or especially for a dire fate having or as if having an identifying mark or a mark as specified; often used in combination
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a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine a usually brief attempt a board game for two players who place counters on a grid; the object is to surround and so capture the opponent's counters change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning
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the act of killing yourself a person who kills himself intentionally
some conspicuous object used to distinguish or mark something a distinguishing symbol a writing implement for making a mark
not often
a localized swelling filled with blood
a portable gun
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the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice
the ratio of the volume occupied by packed red blood cells to the volume of the whole blood as measured by a hematocrit a measuring instrument to determine (usually by centrifugation) the relative amounts of corpuscles and plasma in the blood
the act of making something (a product) from raw materials put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" make up something artificial or untrue produce naturally create or produce in a mechanical way
be shown or be found to be establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for prove formally; demonstrate by a mathematical, formal proof put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to increase in volume cause to puff up with a leaven take a trial impression of obtain probate of
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a region marked off for administrative or other purposes an area of knowledge or interest the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence actually being performed at the time of hearing or viewing exerting force or containing energy possessing life highly reverberant charged with an explosive elastic; rebounds readily abounding with life and energy in current use or ready for use of current relevance charged or energized with electricity capable of erupting not recorded
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local anemia in a given body part sometimes resulting from vasoconstriction or thrombosis or embolism
in a marginal manner
relating to or affected by ischemia
of or relating to menstruation or the menses
something that provides access (to get in or get out) a movement into or inward the act of entering attract; cause to be enamored put into a trance
reflex pupillary dilation as a muscle pulls the iris outward; occurs in response to a decrease in light or certain drugs
a flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc. any wrapper or covering a curve that is tangent to each of a family of curves a natural covering (as by a fluid) the maximum operating capability of a system (especially an aircraft) the bag containing the gas in a balloon
characteristic or indicative of a disease relating to or according to or affecting a symptom or symptoms
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New Zealand writer of short stories (1888-1923) a town in north central Ohio
a cream spread on the skin; contains a chemical (as PABA) to filter out ultraviolet light and so protect from sunburn
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visual examination (with a sigmoidoscope) of the lower third of the colon in a search for polyps
a small tube
a tight-fitting headdress a top (as for a bottle) a mechanical or electrical explosive device or a small amount of explosive; can be used to initiate the reaction of a disrupting explosive something serving as a cover or protection a fruiting structure resembling an umbrella or a cone that forms the top of a stalked fleshy fungus such as a mushroom a protective covering that is part of a plant an upper limit on what is allowed (dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth the upper part of a column that supports the entablature lie at the top of restrict the number or amount of
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feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats an informal term for a youth or man a spiteful woman gossip the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant a whip with nine knotted cords a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work any of several large cats typically able to roar and living in the wild a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a single axis beat with a cat-o'-nine-tails eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
the concentration of attention or energy on something maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea a central point or locus of an infection in an organism special emphasis attached to something a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges a fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section
assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions bearing or marked with a label or tag
a single distinct event a public disturbance
a river in east central England that flows past Cambridge to join the Ouse River a rotating disk shaped to convert circular into linear motion
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act as a stimulant cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to be alert and energetic cause to occur rapidly stir feelings in provide the needed stimulus for rousing or quickening activity or the senses that stimulates making lively and cheerful
someone who is morally reprehensible software used in art and architecture and engineering and manufacturing to assist in precision drawing
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the locus of feelings and intuitions the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body the courage to carry on an area that is approximately central within some larger region the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience an inclination or tendency of a certain kind a plane figure with rounded sides curving inward at the top and intersecting at the bottom; conventionally used on playing cards and valentines a firm rather dry variety meat (usually beef or veal) a positive feeling of liking a playing card in the major suit that has one or more red hearts on it
recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection go back to something earlier call to mind summon to return cause one's (or someone else's) thoughts or attention to return from a reverie or digression make unavailable; bar from sale or distribution cause to be returned
the last (12th) month of the year
come into existence; take on form or shape originate or come into being rise to one's feet result or issue move upward take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance get up and out of bed
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the decade from 1980 to 1989
the opening into the stomach and that part of the stomach connected to the esophagus
the protruding part of the lower jaw Kamarupan languages spoken in western Burma and Bangladesh and easternmost India raise oneself while hanging from one's hands until one's chin is level with the support bar
the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it be in charge of, act on, or dispose of interact in a certain way act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression touch, lift, or hold with the hands handle effectively show and train
of an organism prior to birth or hatching
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capable of being perceived as different or distinct (often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality
an amber, watery fluid, rich in proteins, that separates out when blood coagulates
the degree to which a sunscreen protects the skin from the direct rays of the sun
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indicating a lack of maturity of or relating to infants or infancy being or befitting or characteristic of an infant
separation of substances in solution by means of their unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
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by good fortune
a microscopic particle of triglycerides produced in the intestines during digestion; in the bloodstream they release their fatty acids into the blood
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic an exchange of views on some topic
a state of deep-seated ill-will the relation between opposing principles or forces or factors an actively expressed feeling of dislike and hostility (biochemistry) interference in or inhibition of the physiological action of a chemical substance by another having a similar structure
involuntary movements of the eyeballs; its presence or absence is used to diagnose a variety of neurological and visual disorders
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(anatomy) a somewhat rounded subdivision of a bodily organ or part (botany) a part into which a leaf is divided the enhanced response of an antenna in a given direction as indicated by a loop in its radiation pattern a rounded projection that is part of a larger structure
far from the center
the side of military or naval formation a subfigure consisting of a side of something a cut from the fleshy part of an animal's side between the ribs and the leg the side between ribs and hipbone be located at the sides of something or somebody
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated the ideal in terms of which something can be judged
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a gland in which gametes (sex cells) are produced
commodities offered for sale an artifact that has been created by someone or some process a quantity obtained by multiplication a chemical substance formed as a result of a chemical reaction a consequence of someone's efforts or of a particular set of circumstances the set of elements common to two or more sets
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abnormally heavy or prolonged menstruation; can be a symptom of uterine tumors and can lead to anemia if prolonged
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc. personnel that are sacrificed (e.g., surrendered or lost in order to gain an objective) a loss entailed by giving up or selling something at less than its value the act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity (baseball) an out that advances the base runners endure the loss of kill or destroy sell at a loss make a sacrifice of; in religious rituals
in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line situated in or oriented toward the south situated in or coming from regions of the south from the south; used especially of wind
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matter that remains after something has been removed something left after other parts have been taken away
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fresh fruits and vegetable grown for the market bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
of or relating to biosynthesis
raise from a lower to a higher position take hold of something and move it to a different location move upwards move upward make audible cancel officially make off with belongings of others raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help invigorate or heighten raise in rank or condition take off or away by decreasing rise up pay off (a mortgage) take without referencing from someone else's writing or speech; of intellectual property take illegally fly people or goods to or from places not accessible by other means take (root crops) out of the ground call to stop the hunt or to retire, as of hunting dogs rise upward, as from pressure or moisture put an end to remove (hair) by scalping remove from a seedbed or from a nursery remove from a surface perform cosmetic surgery on someone's face
near or relating to the patella or kneecap
identify the location or place of concentrate on a particular place or spot restrict something to a particular area locate
move faster cause to move faster
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move faster cause to move faster speeded up, as of an academic course
advancing in amount or intensity
reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress succeed in a big way; get to the top
exhibiting the qualities or characteristics that identify a group or kind or category of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing conforming to a type
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an antibiotic (trade name Vancocin) effective against some bacterial infections
a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding einsteinium with alpha particles (Md is the current symbol for mendelevium but Mv was formerly the symbol) a licensed medical practitioner a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies a doctor's degree in medicine
in truth (often tends to intensify) (used as an interjection) an expression of surprise or skepticism or irony etc.
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to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
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surgical removal of the inner lining of an artery that is clogged with atherosclerosis
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord mental ability that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality the brain of certain animals used as meat hit on the head kill by smashing someone's skull
a slab of stone or wood suitable for bearing an inscription a number of sheets of paper fastened together along one edge a small flat compressed cake of some substance a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet
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of or relating to statistics
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a mild viral infection involving the nose and respiratory passages (but not the lungs) the absence of heat the sensation produced by low temperatures having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration extended meanings; especially of psychological coldness; without human warmth or emotion having lost freshness through passage of time (color) giving no sensation of warmth marked by errorless familiarity lacking originality or spontaneity; no longer new so intense as to be almost uncontrollable sexually unresponsive without compunction or human feeling feeling or showing no enthusiasm unconscious from a blow or shock or intoxication of a seeker; far from the object sought lacking the warmth of life
a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes) (poetic) tranquil silence an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation make calm or still cause to be quiet or not talk lessen the intensity of or calm make motionless not in physical motion marked by absence of sound (of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion not sparkling free from noticeable current with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession) to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons without moving or making a sound
any enzyme that catalyzes the splitting of proteins into smaller peptide fractions and amino acids by a process known as proteolysis
prevent the progress or free movement of put at a disadvantage
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show a response or a reaction to something act against or in opposition to undergo a chemical reaction; react with another substance under certain conditions
an injectable form of benzodiazepine (trade name Versed) useful for sedation and for reducing pain during uncomfortable medical procedures
the concentration of a solution as determined by titration
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality a perceptual structure any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) alternative names for the body of a human being the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance the visual appearance of something or someone a printed document with spaces in which to write (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse a particular mode in which something is manifested (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary a body of students who are taught together an ability to perform well a life-size dummy used to display clothes a mold for setting concrete create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function the time period that is considered best for starting or finishing something a pane of glass in a window an opening in a wall or screen that admits light and air and through which customers can be served (computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen
someone who offers opposition a muscle that relaxes while another contracts a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug
an enzyme (trade name Hyazyme) that splits hyaluronic acid and so lowers its viscosity and increases the permeability of connective tissue and the absorption of fluids
a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula; achieved independence from Sweden in 1905
communication by the exchange of letters compatibility of observations the relation of corresponding in degree or size or amount (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane similarity by virtue of corresponding
negation of a word or group of words
North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 the army of the United States of America; the agency that organizes and trains soldiers for land warfare
eluding diagnosis
RNA molecules present in the cell (in at least 20 varieties, each variety capable of combining with a specific amino acid) that attach the correct amino acid to the protein chain that is being synthesized at the ribosome of the cell (according to directions coded in the mRNA)
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the quantity of a particular substance that can dissolve in a particular solvent (yielding a saturated solution) the property (of a problem or difficulty) that makes it possible to solve the quality of being soluble and easily dissolved in liquid
a colloid that has a continuous liquid phase in which a solid is suspended in a liquid (Roman mythology) ancient Roman god; personification of the sun; counterpart of Greek Helios the syllable naming the fifth (dominant) note of any musical scale in solmization
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a catecholamine secreted by the adrenal medulla in response to stress (trade name Adrenalin); stimulates autonomic nerve action
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one of two equal parts of a divisible whole one of two divisions into which some games or performances are divided: the two divisions are separated by an interval consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity partial (of siblings) related through one parent only partially or to the extent of a half
any substance involved in metabolism (either as a product of metabolism or as necessary for metabolism)
a stipulated condition the activity of supplying or providing something the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening a store or supply of something (especially of food or clothing or arms) supply with provisions
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open a large entrance or reception room or area a large room for gatherings or entertainment a college or university building containing living quarters for students the large room of a manor or castle English writer whose novel about a lesbian relationship was banned in Britain for many years (1883-1943) United States child psychologist whose theories of child psychology strongly influenced educational psychology (1844-1924) United States chemist who developed an economical method of producing aluminum from bauxite (1863-1914) United States explorer who led three expeditions to the Arctic (1821-1871) United States astronomer who discovered Phobos and Deimos (the two satellites of Mars) (1829-1907) a large and imposing house a large building used by a college or university for teaching or research a large building for meetings or entertainment
the descendants of one individual the kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors the number of lines in a piece of printed material a rate of payment for written material that is measured according to the number of lines submitted inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline
the state of being susceptible; easily affected
the layer of air near the earth is cooler than an overlying layer abnormal condition in which an organ is turned inward or inside out (as when the upper part of the uterus is pulled into the cervical canal after childbirth) a chemical process in which the direction of optical rotation of a substance is reversed from dextrorotatory to levorotary or vice versa (genetics) a kind of mutation in which the order of the genes in a section of a chromosome is reversed the reversal of the normal order of words (counterpoint) a variation of a melody or part in which ascending intervals are replaced by descending intervals and vice versa a term formerly used to mean taking on the gender role of the opposite sex turning upside down; setting on end the act of turning inside out
the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice
a shape that is spherical and small a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid) a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity a steep high face of rock a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property) a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery a central depository where things can be left or picked up the act of dropping something let fall to the ground to fall vertically go down in value fall or descend to a lower place or level terminate an association with utter with seeming casualness; drop names" stop pursuing or acting leave or unload cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow lose (a game) pay out lower the pitch of (musical notes) hang freely stop associating with let or cause to fall in drops get rid of take (a drug, especially LSD), by mouth omit (a letter or syllable) in speaking or writing leave undone or leave out change from one level to another fall or sink into a state of exhaustion or death grow worse give birth; used for animals
the act of exploding or bursting rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) a sudden intense happening come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up burst outward, usually with noise move suddenly, energetically, or violently be in a state of movement or action emerge suddenly cause to burst break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second the constant of proportionality relating the energy of a photon to its frequency; approximately 6.626 x 10^-34 joule-second the 8th letter of the Roman alphabet (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity equal to the internal energy of a system plus the product of its volume and pressure
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to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') without any others being included or involved
not selected
leave or unload take the load off (a container or vehicle) (of weapons) not charged with ammunition
a quad with a square body a linear unit (1/6 inch) used in printing
angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object) a railway that is powered by electricity and that runs on a track that is raised above the street level
a particular environment or walk of life territory over which rule or control is exercised (mathematics) the set of values of the independent variable for which a function is defined people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest the content of a particular field of knowledge
half the width of an em
in a statistically significant way in a significant manner in an important way or to an important degree
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take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law
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impotence resulting from a man's inability to have or maintain an erection of his penis
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an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its members
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a demanding or stimulating situation a call to engage in a contest or fight questioning a statement and demanding an explanation a formal objection to the selection of a particular person as a juror a demand by a sentry for a password or identification take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law
a man who was formerly a certain woman's husband a woman who was formerly a particular man's wife the 24th letter of the Roman alphabet out of fashion
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days a period of time occupying a regular part of a calendar year that is used for some particular activity the period of time that it takes for a planet (as, e.g., Earth or Mars) to make a complete revolution around the sun a body of students who graduate together
any of various protein molecules secreted by cells of the immune system that serve to regulate the immune system
an antihypertensive drug (trade name Cardura) that works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily; it is also used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
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a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees the base of the natural system of logarithms; approximately equal to 2.718282... the 5th letter of the Roman alphabet
a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs with yttrium a room in a hospital or clinic staffed and equipped to provide emergency care to persons requiring immediate medical treatment
give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
(medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease the act of treating with medicines or remedies
cause to open or to become open start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning become open begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. spread out or open from a closed or folded state make available become available have an opening or passage or outlet make the opening move afford access to display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer used of mouth or eyes made open or clear not sealed or having been unsealed
the unlimited expanse in which everything is located an empty area (usually bounded in some way between things) an area reserved for some particular purpose any location outside the Earth's atmosphere a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing the interval between two times a blank area one of the areas between or below or above the lines of a musical staff (printing) a block of type without a raised letter; used for spacing between words or sentences place at intervals
in addition; furthermore, their quality is improving"; moreover, mice nested there"
an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response to insect bites or food or drugs
a quantity that is added a change resulting in an increase a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important the amount by which something increases the act of increasing something become bigger or greater in amount make bigger or more
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an integer or a fraction consistent with or based on or using reason of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind capable of being expressed as a quotient of integers having its source in or being guided by the intellect (as distinguished from experience or emotion)
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get something; come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) register (perceptual input) go through (mental or physical states or experiences) express willingness to have in one's home or environs accept as true or valid bid welcome to; greet upon arrival convert into sounds or pictures experience as a reaction have or give a reception receive as a retribution or punishment partake of the Holy Eucharist sacrament regard favorably or with disapproval
capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are capable of life or normal growth and development
the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining something intended to communicate a particular impression a social event involving a public performance or entertainment pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
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any of several hereditary diseases of the muscular system characterized by weakness and wasting of skeletal muscles any degenerative disorder resulting from inadequate or faulty nutrition
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wash out with a solvent, as in chromatography
concerned with diagnosis; used for furthering diagnosis characteristic or indicative of a disease
an oral antifungal drug (trade name Lamisil) used to treat cases of fungal nail disease
the quality of having a superior or more favorable position (tennis) first point scored after deuce benefit resulting from some event or action give an advantage to
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a quantity much larger than is needed immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits the state of being more than full excessive indulgence
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threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments presaging ill fortune
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the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger an anxious feeling a cause for feeling concern attention and management implying responsibility for safety activity involved in maintaining something in good working order feel concern or interest provide care for prefer or wish to do something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of be concerned with
an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter; ranging from unicellular or multicellular organisms to spore-bearing syncytia
changing an arrangement
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken cause to be firmly attached decide upon or fix definitely prepare for eating by applying heat take vengeance on or get even set or place definitely kill, preserve, and harden (tissue) in order to prepare for microscopic study make fixed, stable or stationary make infertile influence an event or its outcome by illegal means put (something somewhere) firmly make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc (of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value fixed and unmoving securely placed or fastened or set incapable of being changed or moved or undone; e.g. "frozen prices"
a state of extreme poverty the disadvantage that results from losing something act of depriving someone of food or money or rights
the act of passing from one state or place to the next an event that results in a transformation a change from one place or state or subject or stage to another a musical passage moving from one key to another a passage that connects a topic to one that follows cause to convert or undergo a transition make or undergo a transition (from one state or system to another)
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the people of Great Britain of or relating to or characteristic of Great Britain or its people or culture
a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly briefly shut the eyes force to go away by blinking gleam or glow intermittently
how something is done or how it happens a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period a particular kind (as to appearance) the popular taste at a given time (botany) the narrow elongated part of the pistil between the ovary and the stigma editorial directions to be followed in spelling and punctuation and capitalization and typographical display distinctive and stylish elegance a pointed tool for writing or drawing or engraving a slender bristlelike or tubular process designate by an identifying term make consistent with a certain fashion or style make consistent with certain rules of style
a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution act of raising in rank or position encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something the advancement of some enterprise
elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface the perpendicular distance from the base of a geometric figure to the opposite vertex (or side if parallel) angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
the 11th letter of the Greek alphabet the craniometric point at the junction of the sagittal and lamboid sutures of the skull
people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group a hiding place sometimes used by hunters (especially duck hunters) a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight something intended to misrepresent the true nature of an activity render unable to see make blind by putting the eyes out make dim by comparison or conceal unable to see unable or unwilling to perceive or understand not based on reason or evidence
the branch of medicine dealing with the anatomy and development and diseases of the teeth
derive a benefit from be beneficial for
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the physical coming together of two or more things the act of contacting one thing with another deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon have an emotional or cognitive impact upon hit against; come into sudden contact with make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target indicate (a certain time) by striking affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely stop work in order to press demands touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly attain produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically cause to form (an electric arc) between electrodes of an arc lamp find unexpectedly produce by ignition or a blow remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line cause to experience suddenly drive something violently into a location occupy or take on form by stamping, punching, or printing smooth with a strickle pierce with force arrive at after reckoning, deliberating, and weighing sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
prevent from being included or considered or accepted leave undone or leave out
something that is likely to vary; something that is subject to variation a quantity that can assume any of a set of values a star that varies noticeably in brightness a symbol (like x or y) that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a variable quantity
be composed of include or contain; have as a component form or compose
(genetics) normal complement of sex hormones in a male
rod-shaped structures of fibrous tissue that divide an organ into parts (as in the penis) or stabilize the structure of an organ (as in the spleen)
without deviation without anyone or anything intervening without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly
be composed of include or contain; have as a component form or compose
something that cannot be done not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with totally unlikely used of persons or their behavior
a characteristic sound a toroidal shape a rigid circular band of metal or wood or other material used for holding or fastening or hanging or pulling (chemistry) a chain of atoms in a molecule that forms a closed loop an association of criminals the sound of a bell ringing a platform usually marked off by ropes in which contestants box or wrestle jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
measured by an angle or by the rate of change of an angle having angles or an angular shape
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is) the property resulting from being one of a series of graduated measurements (as of clothing) any glutinous material used to fill pores in surfaces or to stiffen fabrics the actual state of affairs a large magnitude cover or stiffen or glaze a porous material with size or sizing (a glutinous substance) sort according to size make to a size; bring to a suitable size (used in combination) sized
woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat a timid defenseless simpleton who is readily preyed upon a docile and vulnerable person who would rather follow than make an independent decision
write out from speech, notes, etc. rewrite in a different script rewrite or arrange a piece of music for an instrument or medium other than that originally intended make a phonetic transcription of convert the genetic information in (a strand of DNA) into a strand of RNA, especially messenger RNA recorded for broadcast
any broad thin expanse or surface paper used for writing or printing bed linen consisting of a large rectangular piece of cotton or linen cloth; used in pairs (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape newspaper with half-size pages a flat artifact that is thin relative to its length and width (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel come down as if in sheets cover with a sheet, as if by wrapping
marked by absence of sound failing to speak or communicate etc when expected to implied by or inferred from actions or statements not made to sound having a frequency below or above the range of human audibility unable to speak because of hereditary deafness
relating to or included in a category or categories not modified or restricted by reservations
a class of transferases that catalyze transamination (that transfer an amino group from an amino acid to another compound)
the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road) (orthopedics) the act of pulling on a bone or limb (as in a fracture) to relieve pressure or align parts in a special way during healing
an asexually produced fungal spore formed on a conidiophore
put to use have and exercise make a great effort at a mental or physical task
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust an associate who provides cooperation or assistance a person with whom you are acquainted a person who backs a politician or a team etc. a member of the Religious Society of Friends founded by George Fox (the Friends have never called themselves Quakers)
a localized swelling filled with blood
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(physiology) the organic process of nourishing or being nourished; the processes by which an organism assimilates food and uses it for growth and maintenance a source of materials to nourish the body the scientific study of food and drink (especially in humans)
in large part; mainly or chiefly usually; as a rule
characterized by asymmetry in the spatial arrangement or placement of parts or components
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord mental ability that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality the brain of certain animals used as meat hit on the head kill by smashing someone's skull
any of a class of highly unsaturated yellow to red pigments occurring in plants and animals
terminate, end, or take out do away with kill in large numbers dismiss from consideration or a contest eliminate from the body remove from a contest or race remove (an unknown variable) from two or more equations
surgical removal of the inner lining of an artery that is clogged with atherosclerosis
extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis
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with considerable certainty; without much doubt easy to believe on the basis of available evidence
terminate, end, or take out do away with kill in large numbers dismiss from consideration or a contest eliminate from the body remove from a contest or race remove (an unknown variable) from two or more equations
recognize with gratitude; be grateful for be fully aware of; realize fully hold dear gain in value increase the value of fully understood or grasped
a person engaged in one of the learned professions an athlete who plays for pay an authority qualified to teach apprentices
broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects a telecommunication system that transmits images of objects (stationary or moving) between distant points an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen
concurrence of opinion the act of granting rights
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the univalent radical -COOH; present in and characteristic of organic acids relating to or containing the carboxyl group or carboxyl radical
transfer somebody to a different position or location of work move from one place to another lift and reset in another soil or situation move around cause to change ownership change from one vehicle or transportation line to another send from one person or place to another shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes transfer from one place or period to another
transfer to another track, of trains provide with or divert by means of an electrical shunt
a light silver-white ductile bivalent metallic element; in pure form it burns with brilliant white flame; occurs naturally only in combination (as in magnesite and dolomite and carnallite and spinel and olivine)
originating within the body
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of or relating to the structure of the body of or relating to the branch of morphology that studies the structure of organisms
a subset of committee members organized for a specific purpose
difficult to deal with
an ordered array of the components of an emission or wave a broad range of related objects or values or qualities or ideas or activities
within the womb
an operation to repair a damaged blood vessel or unblock a coronary artery
stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind
of or relating to or exhibiting anastomosis
the act of offering an improvement to replace a mistake; setting right a quantity that is added or subtracted in order to increase the accuracy of a scientific measure something substituted for an error a rebuke for making a mistake a drop in stock market activity or stock prices following a period of increases the act of punishing treatment of a specific defect
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the interchange of sections between pairing homologous chromosomes during the prophase of meiosis a voter who is registered as a member of one political party but who votes in the primary of another party the appropriation of a new style (especially in popular music) by combining elements of different genres in order to appeal to a wider audience a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other
a patient who is residing in the hospital where he is being treated
make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story form into a spiral shape twist and press out of shape affect as in thought or feeling alter the shape of (something) by stress so badly formed or out of shape as to be ugly having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented
an abnormal physical condition resulting from defective genes or developmental deficiencies retardation sufficient to fall outside the normal range of intelligence marked strangeness as a consequence of being abnormal behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality
the first meal of the day (usually in the morning) eat an early morning meal provide breakfast for
get or find back; recover the use of get over an illness or shock regain a former condition after a financial loss regain or make up for reuse (materials from waste products) cover anew
(genetics) an organism having two different alleles of a particular gene and so giving rise to varying offspring
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surgical sectioning of bone
not having control over urination and defecation
something offered (as a proposal or bid) money contributed to a religious organization the verbal act of offering the act of contributing to the funds of a church or charity make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
a person whose disease is incurable incapable of being cured unalterable in disposition or habits
a business engaged in manufacturing some product someone who manufactures something
an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service
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the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) the lens or system of lenses in a telescope or microscope that is nearest the object being viewed undistorted by emotion or personal bias; based on observable phenomena serving as or indicating the object of a verb or of certain prepositions and used for certain other purposes emphasizing or expressing things as perceived without distortion of personal feelings, insertion of fictional matter, or interpretation belonging to immediate experience of actual things or events
the median plane of the body (or some part of the body)
the occurrence of a change for the worse a symptom of reduced quality or strength the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
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Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous a depression scratched or carved into a surface obscene terms for penis the act of puncturing with a small point make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn cause a stinging pain raise stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick cause a prickling sensation to cause a sharp emotional pain deliver a sting to
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a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle the quantity a cup will hold any cup-shaped concavity a United States liquid unit equal to 8 fluid ounces cup-shaped plant organ a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl the hole (or metal container in the hole) on a golf green a large metal vessel with two handles that is awarded as a trophy to the winner of a competition form into the shape of a cup put into a cup treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin
of or relating to or constituting a genotype
the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) the amount of money needed to purchase something value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something the high value or worth of something a monetary reward for helping to catch a criminal cost of bribing someone United States operatic soprano (born 1927) determine the price of ascertain or learn the price of
a highly malignant neoplasm derived from striated muscle
surgical removal of the organs within a body cavity (as those of the pelvis)
X-ray film of the soft tissue of the breast
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in an important way or to an important degree in an important way
(law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
in regular succession without gaps
a member of a Finnish people of Russia a Finnic language spoken by the Veps
North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 North America and South America and Central America
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the part of the small intestine between the stomach and the jejunum
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of or relating to the kidneys
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something that is inferred (deduced or entailed or implied) a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection a logical relation between propositions p and q of the form `if p then q'; if p is true then q cannot be false a relation implicated by virtue of involvement or close connection (especially an incriminating involvement)
hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense something resembling the tooth of an animal toothlike structure in invertebrates found in the mouth or alimentary canal or on a shell a means of enforcement one of a number of uniform projections on a gear
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a cloud of solid or liquid particles in a gas a dispenser that holds a substance under pressure and that can release it as a fine spray (usually by means of a propellant gas)
the use of nuclear magnetic resonance of protons to produce proton density images
a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area the act of freeing from suspicion the act of removing solid particles from a liquid rid of obstructions make a way or path by removing objects become clear grant authorization or clearance for remove go unchallenged; be approved be debited and credited to the proper bank accounts go away or disappear pass by, over, or under without making contact make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear free from payment of customs duties, as of a shipment clear from impurities, blemishes, pollution, etc. yield as a net profit make as a net profit earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages sell pass an inspection or receive authorization pronounce not guilty of criminal charges settle, as of a debt make clear, bright, light, or translucent rid of instructions or data remove (people) from a building remove the occupants of free (the throat) by making a rasping sound
in a conservative manner
a person engaged in one of the learned professions an athlete who plays for pay an authority qualified to teach apprentices engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood of or relating to or suitable as a profession characteristic of or befitting a profession or one engaged in a profession of or relating to a profession engaged in by members of a profession
distribute loosely to cause to separate and go in different directions cause to separate move away from each other;  separate (light) into spectral rays cause to become widely known distributed or spread over a considerable extent
a copy that corresponds to an original exactly the act of copying or making a duplicate (or duplicates) of something
in a typical manner
a person of German nationality the standard German language; developed historically from West Germanic of or pertaining to or characteristic of Germany or its people or language
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five a United States bill worth 50 dollars being ten more than forty
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery find unexpectedly make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret see for the first time; make a discovery identify as in botany or biology, for example discovered or determined by scientific observation
the state of being blind or lacking sight
grinding tooth with a broad crown; located behind the premolars
of or relating to or resembling a tuber
a quantity of liquor equal to one fifth of a United States gallon position five in a countable series of things one part in five equal parts the musical interval between one note and another five notes away from it coming next after the fourth and just before the sixth in position
the solid part of the earth's surface a rational motive for a belief or action the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface a relation that provides the foundation for something a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle) the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage) (art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface fix firmly and stably confine or restrict to the ground place or put on the ground instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject bring to the ground hit or reach the ground throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage hit a groundball hit onto the ground cover with a primer; apply a primer to connect to a ground use as a basis for; found on press or grind with a crushing noise make a grating or grinding sound by rubbing together work hard dance by rotating the pelvis in an erotically suggestive way, often while in contact with one's partner such that the dancers' legs are interlaced reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading created by grinding shape or form by grinding
one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens
the relative magnitudes of two quantities (usually expressed as a quotient) the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree
support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway
an oxide containing just one atom of oxygen in the molecule
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color with a liquid dye or tint produce or leave stains make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically color for microscopic study marked or dyed or discolored with foreign matter having a coating of stain or varnish
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole magnitude or extent balance among the parts of something the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) give pleasant proportions to adjust in size relative to other things
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make better or improve in quality make wealthy or richer
a range of mountains (usually with jagged peaks and irregular outline) a Spanish mackerel of western North America
a soiled or discolored appearance (microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible the state of being covered with unclean things a symbol of disgrace or infamy an act that brings discredit to the person who does it color with a liquid dye or tint produce or leave stains make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically color for microscopic study
habitual intoxication; prolonged and excessive intake of alcoholic drinks leading to a breakdown in health and an addiction to alcohol such that abrupt deprivation leads to severe withdrawal symptoms an intense persistent desire to drink alcoholic beverages to excess
arrange in phases or stages adjust so as to be in a synchronized condition
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relating to or characterized by pleomorphism
an unvarying or habitual method or procedure a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program found in the ordinary course of events
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of or relating to or affecting the peritoneum
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mark as different be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense calculate a derivative; take the derivative become different during development evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment become distinct and acquire a different character
remove the minerals or salts from
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any of the enzymes that hydrolize the carboxyl group
not often
a bifurcating branch (one or both of them) the place where something divides into two branches the act of splitting into two branches
something that causes irritation and annoyance
the posterior part of the mandible that is more or less vertical
an antibiotic (trade name Erythrocin or E-Mycin or Ethril or Ilosone or Pediamycin) obtained from the actinomycete Streptomyces erythreus; effective against many Gram-positive bacteria and some Gram-negative
the state of being retired from one's business or occupation withdrawal from your position or occupation withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation
the master gland of the endocrine system; located at the base of the brain of or relating to the pituitary gland
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amino acid that is formed in the liver and converted into dopamine in the brain
a married man; a woman's partner in marriage use cautiously and frugally
the condition of being exposed to radiation a column of light (as from a beacon) (physiology) the spread of sensory neural impulses in the cortex the apparent enlargement of a bright object when viewed against a dark background (Pavolvian conditioning) the elicitation of a conditioned response by stimulation similar but not identical to the original stimulus (medicine) the treatment of disease (especially cancer) by exposure to a radioactive substance
impregnate with a medicinal substance treat medicinally, treat with medicine
a special group delegated to consider some matter a self-constituted organization to promote something
the act of exploding or bursting rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) a sudden intense happening come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up burst outward, usually with noise move suddenly, energetically, or violently be in a state of movement or action emerge suddenly cause to burst break open or apart suddenly and forcefully
in accord with physical laws
cause to be attached be attached; be in contact with become attached create social or emotional ties take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority being joined in close association used of buildings joined by common sidewalls associated in an exclusive sexual relationship fond and affectionate
not married or related to the unmarried state
fix firmly and stably secure a vessel with an anchor
select by a vote for an office or membership choose subject to popular election
as follows
in an active manner
any disease of the throat or fauces marked by spasmodic attacks of intense suffocative pain a heart condition marked by paroxysms of chest pain due to reduced oxygen to the heart
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition the occupation of athletes who compete for pay (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances someone who engages in sports (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner play boisterously
the physical condition of having the presence of an abnormally high level of carbon dioxide in the circulating blood
something that interests you because it is important or affects you an anxious feeling a feeling of sympathy for someone or something something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it be relevant to be on the mind of
a native or inhabitant of Israel of or relating to or characteristic of Israel or its people
a support that steadies or strengthens something else two items of the same kind a set of two similar things considered as a unit either of two punctuation marks ({ or }) used to enclose textual material a rope on a square-rigged ship that is used to swing a yard about and secure it elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural) an appliance that corrects dental irregularities a carpenter's tool having a crank handle for turning and a socket to hold a bit for boring a structural member used to stiffen a framework prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace support by bracing cause to be alert and energetic
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the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers things needed for doing or making something a person judged suitable for admission or employment
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the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one being one more than two
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commodities (goods or services) bought from a foreign country an imported person brought from a foreign country the message that is intended or expressed or signified a meaning that is not expressly stated but can be inferred having important effects or influence bring in from abroad transfer (electronic data) into a database or document indicate or signify
a fold of peritoneum supporting the viscera
after the operation
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(medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.)
a member of the North American Indian people of Arizona and adjacent Mexico and California a town in southwestern Arizona on the Colorado River and the California border the Yuman language spoken by the Yuma
a particular point in time an indefinitely short time at this time having important effects or influence a turning force produced by an object acting at a distance (or a measure of that force) the n-th moment of a distribution is the expected value of the n-th power of the deviations from a fixed value
an instrument that performs analyses
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features break down into components or essential features subject to psychoanalytic treatment
relating to epinephrine (its release or action)
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features break down into components or essential features subject to psychoanalytic treatment examined carefully and methodically; broken down for consideration of constituent parts
nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication one of a class of artifacts a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will) (grammar) a determiner that may indicate the specificity of reference of a noun phrase bind by a contract; especially for a training period
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(of neurons) covered with a layer of myelin
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the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept a way of conceiving something the process of perceiving knowledge gained by perceiving becoming aware of something via the senses
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of or relating to hypoglycemia
abnormally low blood sugar usually resulting from excessive insulin or a poor diet
render capable or able for some task providing legal power or sanction
make one's home in a particular place or community live (in a certain place) be inherent or innate in; 
to make better get better tending to ameliorate
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divided or organized into speech segments or isolable speech sounds having the body divided into successive metameres or segments, as in earthworms or lobsters
fix or set securely or deeply attach to, as a journalist to a military unit when reporting on a war
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the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress come to pass; arrive, as in due course reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position to be the product or result be found or available; The furniture comes unassembled" come forth be a native of extend or reach exist or occur in a certain point in a series cover a certain distance come under, be classified or included happen as a result add up in number or quantity develop into be received come to one's mind; suggest itself come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example proceed or get along experience orgasm have a certain priority
come into existence; take on form or shape bring into being begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc.
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a graphic or vivid verbal description the act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features acting the part of a character on stage; dramatically representing the character by speech and action and gesture
a general summary of a subject
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a compound derived from ammonia by replacing hydrogen atoms by univalent hydrocarbon radicals
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge profound scholarly knowledge gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
in addition; furthermore, their quality is improving"; moreover, mice nested there"
occurring immediately after birth
the radical -NH2 pertaining to or containing any of a group of organic compounds of nitrogen derived from ammonia
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the sport of traveling on a bicycle or motorcycle cause to go through a recurring sequence pass through a cycle ride a motorcycle ride a bicycle recur in repeating sequences
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the condition of being unable or unwilling to speak
impart knowledge of some fact, state or affairs, or event to give character or essence to act as an informer having much knowledge or education
in a clearly noticeable manner
feel concern or interest provide care for prefer or wish to do something be in charge of, act on, or dispose of be concerned with
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an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of a proenzyme to an active enzyme
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extreme fatigue serious weakening and loss of energy the act of exhausting something entirely
make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose to view as by removing a cover made known (especially something secret or concealed)
of or relating to the stomach and the duodenum
of or relating to the vagus nerve
pertaining to or characteristic of birds
put an end to a state or an activity come to or be at an end prevent completion
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an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin) a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat a figurative injury (to your feelings or pride) the act of inflicting a wound cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of
a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses an expert who observes and comments on something
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inflammation of the urinary bladder and ureters
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outward features happening or arising or located outside or beyond some limits or especially surface coming from the outside from or between other countries purely outward or superficial
(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed a slender or elongated structure that supports a plant or fungus or a plant part or plant organ cylinder forming a long narrow part of something the tube of a tobacco pipe front part of a vessel or aircraft a turn made in skiing; the back of one ski is forced outward and the other ski is brought parallel to it grow out of, have roots in, originate in cause to point inward stop the flow of a liquid remove the stem from
imagine to be the case or true or probable regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in hold in suspicion; believe to be guilty believed likely
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nephritis marked by inflammation of the glomeruli of the kidney; characterized by decreased production of urine and by the presence of blood and protein in the urine and by edema
a device that can be used to control a machine or apparatus from a distance located far away spatially very unlikely separate or apart in time inaccessible and sparsely populated;  far apart in relevance or relationship or kinship
processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply
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cause to change; make different; cause a transformation become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence make an alteration to insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby remove the ovaries of
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an article giving opinions or perspectives of or relating to an article stating opinions or giving perspectives relating to or characteristic of an editor
the end of a long bone; initially separated from the main bone by a layer of cartilage that eventually ossifies so the parts become fused a small endocrine gland in the brain; situated beneath the back part of the corpus callosum; secretes melatonin
a naturally occurring or synthetic compound consisting of large molecules made up of a linked series of repeated simple monomers
of or derived from or caused by bacteria of the genus pneumococcus
the act of orienting an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs position or alignment relative to points of the compass or other specific directions a predisposition in favor of something a person's awareness of self with regard to position and time and place and personal relationships a course introducing a new situation or environment
a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually characteristic of or containing alcohol addicted to alcohol
protective secretion of the mucus membranes; in the gut it lubricates the passage of food and protects the epithelial cells; in the nose and throat and lungs it can make it difficult for bacteria to penetrate the body through the epithelium
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the longest and thickest bone of the human skeleton; extends from the pelvis to the knee
cause (a compound) to polymerize undergo polymerization
a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric influence in an unfair way cause to be biased slanting diagonally across the grain of a fabric
attribute or credit to decide as to where something belongs in a scheme
a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses a feeling of resentful anger
a serous membrane with two layers that surrounds the heart
the act of someone who floats on the water be in motion due to some air or water current be afloat either on or below a liquid surface and not sink to the bottom set afloat circulate or discuss tentatively; test the waters with move lightly, as if suspended put into the water make the surface of level or smooth allow (currencies) to fluctuate convert from a fixed point notation to a floating point notation borne up by or suspended in a liquid continually changing especially as from one abode or occupation to another inclined to move or be moved about (of a part of the body) not firmly connected; movable or out of normal position not definitely committed to a party or policy
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series
a list of divisions (chapters or articles) and the pages on which they start everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something what a communication that is about something is about the proportion of a substance that is contained in a mixture or alloy etc. the amount that can be contained the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned the state of being contented with your situation in life something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation satisfy in a limited way make content
indicating the first or earliest or original
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a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information the surrounding environment an intervening substance through which signals can travel as a means for communication (bacteriology) a nutrient substance (solid or liquid) that is used to cultivate micro-organisms a liquid with which pigment is mixed by a painter (biology) a substance in which specimens are preserved or displayed an intervening substance through which something is achieved a state that is intermediate between extremes; a middle position someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead (usually plural) transmissions that are disseminated widely to the public an occupation for which you are especially well suited
a terrorist organization organized in 1959 by student activists who were dissatisfied with the moderate nationalism of the traditional Basque party; want to create an independent homeland in Spain's western Pyrenees the 7th letter of the Greek alphabet
a search for knowledge an instance of questioning a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature) anything serving as a representation of a person's thinking by means of symbolic marks a written account of ownership or obligation (computer science) a computer file that contains text (and possibly formatting instructions) using seven-bit ASCII characters record in detail support or supply with references
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diagnosis of neuromuscular disorders with the use of an electromyograph
investigate scientifically conduct an inquiry or investigation of
a period of 100 years ten 10s
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other close in relevance or relationship not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances rigorously attentive; strict and thorough marked by fidelity to an original (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched crowded lacking fresh air of textiles strictly confined or guarded confined to specific persons fitting closely but comfortably used of hair or haircuts giving or spending with reluctance inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information (superlative of `near' or `close') within the shortest distance
a person suffering from anorexia nervosa suffering from anorexia nervosa; pathologically thin causing loss of appetite
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a mass of small bubbles formed in or on a liquid a lightweight material in cellular form; made by introducing gas bubbles during manufacture become bubbly or frothy or foaming
wedge-shaped bone consisting of five fused vertebrae forming the posterior part of the pelvis; its base connects with the lowest lumbar vertebra and its tip with the coccyx
the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant an amount of a product the consequence of some effort or action cause to bear fruit bear fruit
having the character of an anecdote characterized by or given to telling anecdotes
a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity attribute or credit to decide as to where something belongs in a scheme
inflammation of the membranes lining the bronchioles
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declare or make legally valid prove valid; show or confirm the validity of something give evidence for make valid or confirm the validity of
regard something as probable or likely act in advance of; deal with ahead of time realize beforehand make a prediction about; tell in advance be excited or anxious about be a forerunner of or occur earlier than expected hopefully
in your mind
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express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness make a formal accusation; bring a formal charge
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washing out a hollow organ (especially the stomach) by flushing with water
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one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains English industrialist who pioneered in the design and manufacture of aircraft (1885-1962) United States diplomat and writer about the Old South (1853-1922) a boy who is employed to run errands a youthful attendant at official functions or ceremonies such as legislative functions and weddings in medieval times a youth acting as a knight's attendant as the first stage in training for knighthood contact, as with a pager or by calling somebody's name over a P.A. system work as a page number the pages of a book or manuscript
a regular walk taken as a form of exercise of benefit to or intended to benefit your physical makeup sanctioned by or consistent with or operating under the law determining the fundamental political principles of a government existing as an essential constituent or characteristic constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup)
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a patient who has been vaccinated
intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality very strong or vigorous severely simple unsparing and uncompromising in discipline or judgment causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm very bad in degree or extent
movement by a cell or organism in reaction to a chemical stimulus
provide physical relief, as from pain make easier
the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685 the act of restoring something or someone to a satisfactory state getting something back again the state of being restored to its former good condition some artifact that has been restored or reconstructed a model that represents the landscape of a former geological age or that represents and extinct animal etc. the re-establishment of the British monarchy in 1660
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not injured physically or mentally
a workplace for the conduct of scientific research a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against demand payment move quickly and violently assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to file a formal charge against make an accusatory claim fill or load to capacity enter a certain amount as a charge cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution give over to another for care or safekeeping pay with a credit card; pay with plastic money; postpone payment by recording a purchase as a debt lie down on command, of hunting dogs cause to be agitated, excited, or roused place a heraldic bearing on provide (a device) with something necessary direct into a position for use impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to instruct (a jury) about the law, its application, and the weighing of evidence instruct or command with authority attribute responsibility to set or ask for a certain price cause formation of a net electrical charge in or on energize a battery by passing a current through it in the direction opposite to discharge saturate of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge fraught with great emotion supplied with carbon dioxide capable of producing violent emotion or arousing controversy
of or relating to anthropometry
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swelling from excessive accumulation of watery fluid in cells, tissues, or serous cavities
highly educated; having extensive information or understanding alert and fully informed thoroughly acquainted through study or experience
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions make correspondent or conformable decide how much is to be paid on an insurance claim altered to accommodate to certain requirements or bring into a proper relation adjusted to demands of daily living; showing emotional stability having achieved a comfortable relation with your environment (especially of garments) having the fit or style adjusted
something of value having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange having worth or merit or value
a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation
a salt or ester of sulphuric acid
having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus the kinship relation between an offspring and the mother the quality of having or showing the tenderness and warmth and affection of or befitting a mother
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the event of something coming in contact with the body the faculty by which external objects or forces are perceived through contact with the body (especially the hands) a suggestion of some quality a distinguishing style the act of putting two things together with no space between them a slight but appreciable amount a communicative interaction a slight attack of illness the act of soliciting money (as a gift or loan) the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin deftness in handling matters the feel of mechanical action make physical contact with, come in contact with perceive via the tactile sense affect emotionally be relevant to be in direct physical contact with; make contact have an effect upon deal with; usually used with a form of negation cause to be in brief contact with to extend as far as be equal to in quality or ability tamper with make a more or less disguised reference to comprehend consume color lightly
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distance travelled per unit time a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens changing location rapidly the ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a (camera) lens system a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression move fast move faster move very fast travel at an excessive or illegal velocity cause to move faster
(physiology) metabolic equilibrium actively maintained by several complex biological mechanisms that operate via the autonomic nervous system to offset disrupting changes
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the event of dying or departure from life the permanent end of all life functions in an organism or part of an organism the absence of life or state of being dead the time when something ends the time at which life ends; continuing until dead the personification of death a final state the act of killing
the production of a drama on the stage a system of scaffolds travel by stagecoach getting rid of a stage of a multistage rocket perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event) attend a dance or a party without a female companion give away information about somebody watch, observe, or inquire secretly
any of several vasoconstrictor substances (trade name Hypertensin) that cause narrowing of blood vessels
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decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion bring to a close reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation come to a close reach agreement on
a change for the better; progress in development the act of improving something a condition superior to an earlier condition
(often followed by `to') likely to be affected with
care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury) the management of someone or something a manner of dealing with something artistically an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
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not saturated; capable of dissolving more of a substance at a given temperature used of a compound (especially of carbon) containing atoms sharing more than one valence bond (of color) not chromatically pure; diluted
a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction a complete number or quantity number needed to make up a whole force something added to complete or embellish or make perfect one of a series of enzymes in the blood serum that are part of the immune response either of two parts that mutually complete each other make complete or perfect; supply what is wanting or form the complement to
a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them a form of government whose head of state is not a monarch
(physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers (physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry an occurrence of control or strength weakening freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) a method of solving simultaneous equations by guessing a solution and then reducing the errors that result by successive approximations until all the errors are less than some specified amount the act of making less strict
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out of proportion not proportionate
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something that is read interpret something that is written or printed have or contain a certain wording or form look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed obtain data from magnetic tapes interpret the significance of, as of palms, tea leaves, intestines, the sky; also of human behavior interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression be a student of a certain subject indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments audition for a stage role by reading parts of a role to hear and understand make sense of a language
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an example regarded as typical of its class a bit of tissue or blood or urine that is taken for diagnostic purposes
an analgesic for mild pain but not for inflammation; also used as an antipyretic; (Datril, Tylenol, Panadol, Phenaphen, Tempra, and Anacin III are trademarks of brands of acetaminophen tablets)
a simple seat without a back or arms solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels (forestry) the stump of a tree that has been felled or headed for the production of saplings a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination lure with a stool, as of wild fowl react to a decoy, of wildfowl grow shoots in the form of stools or tillers have a bowel movement
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time being or occurring at an early stage of development belonging to the distant past very young of an early stage in the development of a language or literature expected in the near future during an early stage before the usual time or the time expected in good time
an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly) put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense)
a radioactive transuranic metallic element; discovered by bombarding uranium with helium atoms a master's degree in arts and sciences modulation of the amplitude of the (radio) carrier wave
a person who receives something the semantic role of the animate entity that is passively involved in the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
standard time in the 8th time zone west of Greenwich, reckoned at the 120th meridian west; used in far western states of the United States
exercise authority over; as of nations decide with authority be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance decide on and make a declaration about have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac mark or draw with a ruler keep in check subject to a ruling authority
an antibiotic derived from tetracycline that is effective against many infections
become more extreme make more extreme; raise in quantity, degree, or intensity increase increase the height of make (one's senses) more acute make more intense, stronger, or more marked
16 ounces avoirdupois the basic unit of money in Great Britain and Northern Ireland; equal to 100 pence a unit of apothecary weight equal to 12 ounces troy the basic unit of money in Syria; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in the Sudan; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in Lebanon; equal to 100 piasters formerly the basic unit of money in Ireland; equal to 100 pence the basic unit of money in Egypt; equal to 100 piasters the basic unit of money in Cyprus; equal to 100 cents a nontechnical unit of force equal to the mass of 1 pound with an acceleration of free fall equal to 32 feet/sec/sec United States writer who lived in Europe; strongly influenced the development of modern literature (1885-1972) a symbol for a unit of currency (especially for the pound sterling in Great Britain) a public enclosure for stray or unlicensed dogs the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows) hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument strike or drive against with a heavy impact move heavily or clumsily move rhythmically partition off into compartments shut up or confine in any enclosure or within any bounds or limits place or shut up in a pound break down and crush by beating, as with a pestle
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members of a cooperative enterprise done by or characteristic of individuals acting together forming a whole or aggregate set up on the principle of collectivism or ownership and production by the workers involved usually under the supervision of a government
distance travelled per unit time
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financial assistance in time of need something that aids or promotes well-being a performance to raise money for a charitable cause derive a benefit from be beneficial for
taking place or originating in a hospital
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (`full' in this sense is used as a combining form) sufficiently; more than adequately referring to a quantity
final product; the things produced production of a certain amount signal that comes out of an electronic system the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) what is produced in a given time period to create or manufacture a specific amount
a commercial browser that is to say; in other words
having three cusps or points (especially a molar tooth)
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the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units
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communicated in the form of words of or relating to or formed from words in general of or relating to or formed from a verb relating to or having facility in the use of words expressed in spoken words prolix
expose or make accessible to some action or influence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret to show, make visible or apparent remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body disclose to view as by removing a cover put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose to light, of photographic film expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas abandon by leaving out in the open air with no protection or shield not covered with clothing
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a soft silver-white ductile metallic element (liquid at normal temperatures); the most electropositive and alkaline metal a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature the speed at which light travels in a vacuum; the constancy and universality of the speed of light is recognized by defining it to be exactly 299,792,458 meters per second a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) a base found in DNA and RNA and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with guanine an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds ten 10s a unit of electrical charge equal to the amount of charge transferred by a current of 1 ampere in 1 second a general-purpose programing language closely associated with the UNIX operating system (music) the keynote of the scale of C major the 3rd letter of the Roman alphabet street names for cocaine
a fatal disease of cattle that affects the central nervous system; causes staggering and agitation
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the period of time during which something continues the property of enduring or continuing in time continuance in time
with variation; in a variable manner or to a variable degree
the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel lose blood from one's body
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relating to or caused by a virus
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a hard brittle multivalent metallic element; resistant to corrosion and tarnishing
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make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event set down or registered in a permanent form especially on film or tape for reproduction (of securities) having the owner's name entered in a register
inflammation of the liver caused by a virus or a toxin
a person who is reluctant to accept changes and new ideas a member of a Conservative Party resistant to change having social or political views favoring conservatism avoiding excess unimaginatively conventional conforming to the standards and conventions of the middle class
be worthy or deserving
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the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required a deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period)
require as useful, just, or proper cause to be a concomitant
using the reflections of high-frequency sound waves to construct an image of a body organ (a sonogram); commonly used to observe fetal growth or study bodily organs
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breaking of hard tissue such as bone (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other the act of cracking something violate or abuse interrupt, break, or destroy break into pieces become fractured break (a bone) fracture a bone of
resonance of protons to radiation in a magnetic field
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position six in a countable series of things one part in six equal parts the musical interval between one note and another six notes away from it coming next after the fifth and just before the seventh in position
a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc the atomic weight of an element that has the same combining capacity as a given weight of another element; the standard is 8 for oxygen being essentially equal to something
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central nervous system stimulant (trade name Ritalin) used in the treatment of narcolepsy in adults and attention deficit disorder in children
the phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating
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a prescribed selection of foods a legislative assembly in certain countries (e.g., Japan) the usual food and drink consumed by an organism (person or animal) the act of restricting your food intake (or your intake of particular foods) follow a regimen or a diet, as for health reasons eat sparingly, for health reasons or to lose weight
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violate or abuse interrupt, break, or destroy break into pieces become fractured break (a bone) fracture a bone of
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and six being ten more than fifty
move something or somebody around; usually over long distances move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body hold spellbound transport commercially send from one person or place to another
a raised mark on the skin (as produced by the blow of a whip); characteristic of many allergic reactions
a drug that causes dilation of blood vessels
the act of examining resemblances relation based on similarities and differences qualities that are comparable
a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication serving as an essential component in or near a center or constituting a center; the inner area
of or relating to or produced by an enzyme
a drug used to treat or prevent convulsions (as in epilepsy)
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the irregular motion of waves (usually caused by wind blowing in a direction opposite to the tide) a small cut of meat including part of a rib a jaw a tennis return made with a downward motion that puts backspin on the ball a grounder that bounces high in the air cut into pieces move suddenly form or shape by chopping strike sharply, as in some sports cut with a hacking tool hit sharply
a soft silver-white or yellowish metallic element of the alkali metal group; turns yellow in air; occurs in celestite and strontianite the unit of solid angle adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
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flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes
watch and direct keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance under observation or under the direction of a superintendent or overseer
to an extraordinary extent or degree
the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC; notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism informal terms for a meal breed of medium-sized dogs with a thick coat and fluffy curled tails and distinctive blue-black tongues; believed to have originated in northern China
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any of a large variety of proteins normally present in the body or produced in response to an antigen which it neutralizes, thus producing an immune response
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of or relating to the aorta
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the state of being included the relation of comprising something any small intracellular body found within another (characteristic of certain diseases) the act of including
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the jaw in vertebrates that is fused to the cranium
the act of sharing in the activities of a group a connection of inclusion or containment a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship the condition of sharing in common with others (as fellows or partners etc.)
the time you go to bed
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the process of permeating or infusing something with a substance mutual penetration; diffusion of each through the other
abnormally high blood sugar usually associated with diabetes
an immature gamete produced by a spermatocyte; develops into a spermatozoon
the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others (law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit already in progress; admission of person not an original party to the suit so that person can protect some right or interest that is allegedly affected by the proceedings care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)
the branch of psychology concerned with abnormal behavior the branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders
imperfect development; nondevelopment of a part
the branch of medical science dealing with the medical use of X-rays or other penetrating radiation (radiology) examination of the inner structure of opaque objects using X rays or other penetrating radiation
antihypertensive drug (trade name Minipress)
a segment of the trunk of a tree when stripped of branches the exponent required to produce a given number a written record of messages sent or received a written record of events on a voyage (of a ship or plane) measuring instrument that consists of a float that trails from a ship by a knotted line in order to measure the ship's speed through the water enter into a log, as on ships and planes cut lumber, as in woods and forests
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a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) a subject of study a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve a particular environment or walk of life a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary
the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase success in satisfying a test or requirement prove capable or fit; meet requirements pronounce fit or able make more specific make fit or prepared specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of add a modifier to a constituent
not changed in form or character
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feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats an informal term for a youth or man a spiteful woman gossip the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant a whip with nine knotted cords a large tracked vehicle that is propelled by two endless metal belts; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work any of several large cats typically able to roar and living in the wild a method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a single axis beat with a cat-o'-nine-tails eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation British political cartoonist (born in New Zealand) who created the character Colonel Blimp (1891-1963) a low level or position or degree the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving make a low noise, characteristic of bovines less than normal in degree or intensity or amount literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension very low in volume unrefined in character used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency of the most contemptible kind low or inferior in station or quality no longer sufficient subdued or brought low in condition or status filled with melancholy and despondency in a low position; near the ground
(often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a parcel of land having fixed boundaries an unofficial association of people or groups your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) anything (straws or pebbles etc.) taken or chosen at random any collection in its entirety (Old Testament) nephew of Abraham; God destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah but chose to spare Lot and his family who were told to flee without looking back at the destruction divide into lots, as of land, for example administer or bestow, as in small portions
a bluish translucent magnetic liquid obtained by compressing gaseous oxygen and then cooling it below its boiling point; used as an oxidizer in rocket propellants brine-cured salmon that is lightly smoked
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a sheet or band of fibrous connective tissue separating or binding together muscles and organs etc instrument panel on an automobile or airplane containing dials and controls
characterized by or caused by allergy having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor)
in an irreversible manner
unable to develop a normal immune response usually because of malnutrition or immunodeficiency or immunosuppressive therapy
a liquid solution that results from elution
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cause to be slowed down or delayed act later than planned, scheduled, or required stop or halt slow the growth or development of not as far along as normal in development
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on a tooth situated at the back of the mouth located at or near or behind a part or near the end of a structure coming at a subsequent time or stage
the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired a movement back from an impact draw back, as with fear or pain come back to the originator of an action with an undesired effect spring back; spring away from an impact spring back, as from a forceful thrust
a thin coagulable fluid (similar to plasma but) containing white blood cells (lymphocytes) and chyle; is conveyed to the blood stream by lymphatic vessels
incapable of being reversed
fix or set securely or deeply attach to, as a journalist to a military unit when reporting on a war enclosed firmly in a surrounding mass inserted as an integral part of a surrounding whole
United States railroad executive and founder of Stanford University (1824-1893) a university in California
responsive to stimulation ready susceptibility to chemical change
the large trunk artery that carries blood from the left ventricle of the heart to branch arteries
open to arguments, ideas, or change ready or willing to receive favorably of a nerve fiber or impulse originating outside and passing toward the central nervous system able to absorb liquid (not repellent)
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in a quantitative manner
an abnormal lateral curve to the vertebral column
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person occupy or take on seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession make a pretence of take up someone's soul into heaven put clothing on one's body
the arrangement of the body and its limbs characteristic way of bearing one's body a rationalized mental attitude capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others assume a posture as for artistic purposes
a cardiovascular disease characterized by a saclike widening of an artery resulting from weakening of the artery wall
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the main sensory nerve of the face and motor nerve for the muscles of mastication
any cognitive content held as true a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
regard something as probable or likely consider obligatory; request and expect look forward to the probable occurrence of consider reasonable or due look forward to the birth of a child be pregnant with
impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism
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an occurrence that involves the production of a union the state of being combined into one body the merging of adjacent sounds or syllables or words a nuclear reaction in which nuclei combine to form more massive nuclei with the simultaneous release of energy the combining of images from the two eyes to form a single visual percept correction of an unstable part of the spine by joining two or more vertebrae; usually done surgically but sometimes done by traction or immobilization the act of fusing (or melting) together
a long truck for carrying motor vehicles a crane for moving material with dispatch as in loading and unloading ships a moving belt that transports objects (as in a factory)
give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion change residence, affiliation, or place of employment follow a procedure or take a course be in a state of action go or proceed from one point to another perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) have an emotional or cognitive impact upon give an incentive for action arouse sympathy or compassion in dispose of by selling progress by being changed live one's life in a specified environment have a turn; make one's move in a game propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
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the quality of being dependable or reliable
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a protective covering (as for a knife or sword) an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part a dress suitable for formal occasions
a graded change in the magnitude of some physical quantity or dimension the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal
a type of granular leukocyte that functions in the ingestion of bacteria
a health facility where patients receive treatment a medical institution where sick or injured people are given medical or surgical care
a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria of the genus Chlamydia coccoid rickettsia infesting birds and mammals; cause infections of eyes and lungs and genitourinary tract
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make fast as if with cement cover or coat with cement bind or join with or as if with cement
the state of being complete and entire; having everything that is needed (logic) an attribute of a logical system that is so constituted that a contradiction arises if any proposition is introduced that cannot be derived from the axioms of the system
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work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of perform (a church sacrament) ritually administer or bestow, as in small portions give or apply (medications) direct the taking of
the act of storing something a depository for goods the commercial enterprise of storing goods and materials (computer science) the process of storing information in a computer memory or on a magnetic tape or disk an electronic memory device depositing in a warehouse
the use of a spirometer to measure vital capacity
well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force still legally acceptable
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people without possessions or wealth (considered as a group) deserving or inciting pity having little money or few possessions characterized by or indicating poverty lacking in specific resources, qualities or substances not sufficient to meet a need unsatisfactory
having a pair of equal and opposite charges characterized by opposite extremes; completely opposed located at or near or coming from the earth's poles of or existing at or near a geographical pole or within the Arctic or Antarctic Circles extremely cold being of crucial importance
aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil
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in a manner contemplative of past events
make flat or flatter become flat or flatter lower the pitch of (musical notes) having been flattened
the most extreme possible amount or value the period of greatest prosperity or productivity the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) a V shape the highest point (of something) a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity
the total amount and type of insurance carried the extent to which something is covered the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television
abnormally high amounts of bile pigment (bilirubin) in the blood
an excavation that is (usually) filled with water a small lake an organization of people or resources that can be shared an association of companies for some definite purpose any communal combination of funds a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid the combined stakes of the betters something resembling a pool of liquid any of various games played on a pool table having 6 pockets combine into a common fund join or form a pool of people
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place the act of constructing something the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones the occupants of a building make by combining materials and parts form or accumulate steadily build or establish something abstract improve the cleansing action of order, supervise, or finance the construction of give form to, according to a plan be engaged in building found or ground bolster or strengthen develop and grow
a message (spoken or written) that is introduced or inserted the act of putting one thing into another
measurement of quantities of heat
an organelle containing enzymes responsible for producing energy
a measured amount of a solution of unknown concentration is added to a known volume of a second solution until the reaction between them is just complete; the concentration of the unknown solution (the titer) can then be calculated
a nonparticipant spectator
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the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed state of being mature; full development the date on which an obligation must be repaid
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something reduced to its minimal form a scandal that is kept secret the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape
indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance)
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grow in a special preparation
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year a time unit of approximately 30 days
put an end to a state or an activity have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical
a heavy yellow poisonous oily explosive liquid obtained by nitrating glycerol; used in making explosives and medically as a vasodilator (trade names Nitrospan and Nitrostat)
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removal of scars or tattoos by anesthetizing the skin surface and then sanding or scraping off some of the outer skin layer
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a member of a religious order who is bound by vows of poverty and chastity and obedience concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church having or showing belief in and reverence for a deity of or relating to clergy bound by monastic vows extremely scrupulous and conscientious
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abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones attributable to a lack of calcium; most common in postmenopausal women
make reference to be relevant to think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision seek information from have as a meaning use a name to designate
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abnormally high body temperature; sometimes induced (as in treating some forms of cancer)
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lengthen or extend in duration or space undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) provide with nourishment supply with necessities and support be the physical support of; carry the weight of admit as valid establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
a connecting point at which several lines come together any thickened enlargement (botany) the small swelling that is the part of a plant stem from which one or more leaves emerge (physics) the point of minimum displacement in a periodic system (astronomy) a point where an orbit crosses a plane the source of lymph and lymphocytes any bulge or swelling of an anatomical structure or part (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network express or signify by nodding lower and raise the head, as to indicate assent or agreement or confirmation let the head fall forward through drowsiness sway gently back and forth, as in a nodding motion be almost asleep
single-stranded DNA that is complementary to messenger RNA or DNA that has been synthesized from messenger RNA by reverse transcriptase
a heavy colorless highly toxic liquid used as a solvent to clean electronic components and for dry cleaning and as a fumigant; causes cancer and liver and lung damage
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(physics) the maximum displacement of a periodic wave the property of copious abundance greatness of magnitude
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of southern Asia; used in medical research
a type of cell death in which the cell uses specialized cellular machinery to kill itself; a cell suicide mechanism that enables metazoans to control cell number and eliminate cells that threaten the animal's survival
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support with a splint
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any of the yeastlike imperfect fungi of the genus Candida
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speak or write in generalities draw from specific cases for more general cases cater to popular taste to make popular and present to the general public; bring into general or common use become systemic and spread throughout the body not biologically differentiated or adapted to a specific function or environment
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the use of extreme cold (usually liquid nitrogen) to destroy unwanted tissue (warts or cataracts or skin cancers)
inadequate in amount or degree of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement falling short of some prescribed norm
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a blood clot formed within a blood vessel and remaining attached to its place of origin
a state of reduced excitement or anxiety that is induced by the administrative of a sedative agent the administration of a sedative agent or drug
relating to physical chemistry
of or related to the anus a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated on the anal region; fixation at this stage is said to result in orderliness, meanness, stubbornness, compulsiveness, etc.
a muscular sac attached to the liver that stores bile (secreted by the liver) until it is needed for digestion
infectious bacterial disease of human beings transmitted by contact with infected animals or infected meat or milk products; characterized by fever and headache an infectious disease of domestic animals often resulting in spontaneous abortion; transmittable to human beings
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the second stage of meiosis the second stage of mitosis
of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over life and death
an improvement that makes something more agreeable
abnormal presence of air in the pleural cavity resulting in the collapse of the lung; may be spontaneous (due to injury to the chest) or induced (as a treatment for tuberculosis)
capable of being attributed
marked by blithe unconcern without or seeming to be without plan or method; offhand appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions occurring or appearing or singled out by chance hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough occurring from time to time characterized by a feeling of irresponsibility; it is no fooling matter" natural and unstudied not showing effort or strain
an introductory textbook any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
an actor's line that immediately precedes and serves as a reminder for some action or speech evidence that helps to solve a problem a stimulus that provides information about what to do sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
absence of light or illumination an unilluminated area absence of moral or spiritual values an unenlightened state having a dark or somber color a swarthy complexion
be a witness to perceive or be contemporaneous with
belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past important in history
the branch of biology that studies microorganisms and their effects on humans
the dimension through an object as opposed to its length or width indistinct articulation used of a line or mark resistance to flow
assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
constituting or comprising a part or fraction of a possible whole or entirety
the act of making something ready any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface insert a primer into (a gun, mine, or charge) preparatory to detonation or firing cover with a primer; apply a primer to fill with priming liquid assume a prim appearance contract one's lips dress primly
gain knowledge or skills get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally commit to memory; learn by heart be a student of a certain subject impart skills or knowledge to find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort having or showing profound knowledge highly educated; having extensive information or understanding established by conditioning or learning
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a coming to an end of a contract period euphemistic expressions for death the act of expelling air from the lungs
a recently enlisted soldier any new member or supporter (as in the armed forces) register formally as a participant or member seek to employ cause to assemble or enlist in the military
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grant freedom to; free from confinement turn loose or free from restraint make loose or looser become loose or looser or less tight not compact or dense in structure or arrangement (of a ball in sport) not in the possession or control of any player not tight; not closely constrained or constricted or constricting not officially recognized or controlled not literal emptying easily or excessively not affixed not tense or taut (of textures) full of small openings or gaps lacking a sense of restraint or responsibility not carefully arranged in a package having escaped, especially from confinement casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior without restraint
make less severe or harsh or extreme add a modifier to a constituent cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem the speech act of replying to a question the principal pleading by the defendant in response to plaintiff's complaint; in criminal law it consists of the defendant's plea of `guilty' or `not guilty' (or nolo contendere); in civil law it must contain denials of all allegations in the plaintiff's complaint that the defendant hopes to controvert and it can contain affirmative defenses or counterclaims a nonverbal reaction react verbally respond to a signal give the correct answer or solution to understand the meaning of give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) be liable or accountable be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity match or correspond be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of react to a stimulus or command
tending to select; characterized by careful choice characterized by very careful or fastidious selection
a fatty deposit in the intima (inner lining) of an artery; can obstruct blood flow
a quantity much larger than is needed immoderation as a consequence of going beyond sufficient or permitted limits the state of being more than full excessive indulgence more than is needed, desired, or required
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having strength or power greater than average or expected not faint or feeble having or wielding force or authority having a strong physiological or chemical effect immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with of good quality and condition; solidly built of verbs not having standard (or regular) inflection being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content freshly made or left strong and sure
visit again
being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs) an abnormally strong craving (Roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to a master
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a salt or ester of propenoic acid
pharmaceutical consisting of a radioactive compound used in radiation therapy
eater of fruits and grains and nuts; someone who eats no meat or fish or (often) any animal products
something lost (especially money lost at gambling) something that is lost gradual decline in amount or activity the act of losing someone or something the disadvantage that results from losing something the experience of losing a loved one the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue military personnel lost by death or capture euphemistic expressions for death
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a quantity of money the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers be tantamount or equivalent to add up in number or quantity develop into
tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired
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the act of treating something to make it repel water make tight; secure against leakage close with or as if with a seal decide irrevocably affix a seal to cover with varnish hunt seals
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so as to be unique
a leukocyte that has granules in its cytoplasm
a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle the quantity a cup will hold any cup-shaped concavity a United States liquid unit equal to 8 fluid ounces cup-shaped plant organ a punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl the hole (or metal container in the hole) on a golf green a large metal vessel with two handles that is awarded as a trophy to the winner of a competition form into the shape of a cup put into a cup treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin
a social unit living together primary social group; parents and children a collection of things sharing a common attribute people descended from a common ancestor a person having kinship with another or others (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more genera a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities an association of people who share common beliefs or activities
a negotiator who acts as a link between parties
at or constituting a border or edge of questionable or minimal quality just barely adequate or within a lower limit producing at a rate that barely covers production costs
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hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland (trade name Pitressin) and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulating capillary muscles and reduces urine flow by affecting reabsorption of water by kidney tubules
a toiletry designed to beautify the body serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body
inquire about make a request or demand for something to somebody direct or put; seek an answer to consider obligatory; request and expect address a question to and expect an answer from require as useful, just, or proper require or ask for as a price or condition
a hemoprotein composed of globin and heme that gives red blood cells their characteristic color; function primarily to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body tissues
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features break down into components or essential features subject to psychoanalytic treatment
animal tissue that constitutes the essential part of an organ as contrasted with e.g. connective tissue and blood vessels the primary tissue of higher plants composed of thin-walled cells that remain capable of cell division even when mature; constitutes the greater part of leaves, roots, the pulp of fruits, and the pith of stems
create by training and teaching undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control educate for a future role or function teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports exercise in order to prepare for an event or competition cause to grow in a certain way by tying and pruning it travel by rail or train drag loosely along a surface; allow to sweep the ground shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form
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following accepted customs and proprieties conforming with accepted standards (weapons) using energy for propulsion or destruction that is not nuclear energy unimaginative and conformist represented in simplified or symbolic form in accord with or being a tradition or practice accepted from the past rigidly formal or bound by convention
the residue that remains when something is burned any of various deciduous pinnate-leaved ornamental or timber trees of the genus Fraxinus strong elastic wood of any of various ash trees; used for furniture and tool handles and sporting goods such as baseball bats convert into ashes
the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property the act of photographing a scene or part of a scene without interruption carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness
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a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible the quality of being probable; a probable event or the most probable event
include or contain; have as a component contain or hold; have within lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits be divisible by be capable of holding or containing hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
destroy the myelin sheath of
an organic compound that does no contain a steroid not steroidal or not having the effects of steroid hormones
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carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness understood in a certain way; made sense of be affected with an indisposition
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. an accident that results in physical damage or hurt a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat an act that causes someone or something to receive physical damage wrongdoing that violates another's rights and is unjustly inflicted
a small vascular growth on the surface of a mucous membrane one of two forms that coelenterates take (e.g. a hydra or coral): usually sedentary with a hollow cylindrical body usually with a ring of tentacles around the mouth
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the act of causing to become less the act of causing something to move to a lower level move something or somebody to a lower position set lower make lower or quieter cause to drop or sink look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval darkened by clouds
spherical Gram-positive parasitic bacteria that tend to form irregular colonies; some cause boils or septicemia or infections
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the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something a piece of stored information that is used to identify an item in an information storage and retrieval system
a patient who does not reside in the hospital where he is being treated
in a surprising manner in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise
relating to or designed for or performed on musical instruments serving or acting as a means or aid
relating to or having sclerosis; hardened of or relating to the sclera of the eyeball
a conjugated protein having a lipid component; the principal means for transporting lipids in the blood
a force over an area produced by a pressure difference the act of sucking remove or draw away by the force of suction empty or clean (a body cavity) by the force of suction
attach to a support go up or advance fix onto a backing, setting, or support put up or launch get up on the back of go upward with gradual or continuous progress prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance copulate with assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support decorated with applied ornamentation; often used in combination
bring forth or yield create or manufacture a man-made product cause to happen, occur or exist bring out for display cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring onto the market or release come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
similar or equivalent in some respects though otherwise dissimilar corresponding in function but not in evolutionary origin
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have a certain weight show consideration for; take into account determine the weight of have weight; have import, carry weight to be oppressive or burdensome
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a defense that claims the defendant would not have broken the law if not tricked into doing it by law enforcement officials
the thing arranged or agreed to an orderly grouping (of things or persons) considered as a unit; the result of arranging an organized structure for arranging or classifying the spatial property of the way in which something is placed a piece of music that has been adapted for performance by a particular set of voices or instruments the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together one of four playing cards in a deck with nine pips on the face denoting a quantity consisting of one more than eight and one less than ten
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happening or arising without apparent external cause said or done without having been planned or written in advance
the aggregate of past events a record or narrative description of past events the discipline that records and interprets past events involving human beings the continuum of events occurring in succession leading from the past to the present and even into the future all that is remembered of the past as preserved in writing; a body of knowledge
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declare invalid clear (a room, house, place) of occupants or empty or clear (a place or receptacle) of something take away the legal force of or render ineffective excrete or discharge from the body
(medicine) the treatment of disease (especially cancer) by exposure to a radioactive substance
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domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age female of domestic cattle: "`moo-cow' is a child's term" mature female of mammals of which the male is called `bull' a large unpleasant woman subdue, restrain, or overcome by affecting with a feeling of awe; frighten (as with threats)
prevent from being included or considered or accepted prevent from entering; shut out lack or fail to include prevent from entering; keep out put out or expel from a place
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable be without
a graphical image of the heart produced by an echocardiograph
(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed a specific kind of something coins collectively
with resolute determination in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger with firmness
surgical procedure that uses an intense laser beam to destroy diseased retinal tissue or to make a scar that will hold the retina in cases of detached retina
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of or relating to the breathing out phase of respiration
not preventive granting or inclined or able to grant permission; not strict in discipline
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust)
stay the same; remain in a certain state stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" dwell continue in a place, position, or situation remain behind stop or halt stay behind hang on during a trial of endurance stop a judicial process fasten with stays overcome or allay
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a depression scratched or carved into a surface the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation)
appraisal of the biological activity of a substance by testing its effect on an organism and comparing the result with some agreed standard subject to a bio-assay
a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter
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a radioactive element of the alkali-metal group discovered as a disintegration product of actinium
a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature a nonmetallic univalent element belonging to the halogens; usually a yellow irritating toxic flammable gas; a powerful oxidizing agent; recovered from fluorite or cryolite or fluorapatite the capacitance of a capacitor that has an equal and opposite charge of 1 coulomb on each plate and a voltage difference of 1 volt between the plates the 6th letter of the Roman alphabet
a linear unit of length equal to 12 inches or a third of a yard
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a sign of something about to happen of or relating to prediction; having value for making predictions
the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information transmit information transmit thoughts or feelings transfer to another join or connect be in verbal contact; interchange information or ideas administer Communion; in church receive Communion, in the Catholic church
reason by deduction; establish by deduction obtain come from develop or evolve from a latent or potential state come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example formed or developed from something else; not original
combining into a solid mass the act of combining into an integral whole something that has consolidated into a compact mass
the syllable naming the fourth (subdominant) note of the diatonic scale in solmization
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someone who is an active supporter and advocate a sponsor who books and stages public entertainments
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the act of invading; the act of an army that invades for conquest or plunder any entry into an area not previously occupied (pathology) the spread of pathogenic microorganisms or malignant cells to new sites in the body
something that is oriented horizontally parallel to or in the plane of the horizon or a base line
a disease affecting the kidneys
a state in southeastern United States between the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
modulation of the frequency of the (radio) carrier wave a radioactive transuranic metallic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons
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an alkaloid narcotic drug extracted from opium; a powerful, habit-forming narcotic used to relieve pain
manifesting partiality
any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions
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confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence program listings or technical manuals describing the operation and use of programs documentary validation
lasting, open, or operating through the whole night during or for the length of one night happening in a short time or with great speed
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not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society contrary to your interests or welfare
contribute to the progress or growth of give a promotion to or assign to a higher position make publicity for; try to sell (a product) be changed for a superior chess or checker piece change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent
so small as to be meaningless; insignificant not worth considering
a symptom of reduced quality or strength process of changing to an inferior state
relating to or associated with a coma in a state of deep and usually prolonged unconsciousness; unable to respond to external stimuli
English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820) sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water) a financial institution that accepts deposits and channels the money into lending activities a long ridge or pile an arrangement of similar objects in a row or in tiers a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies) the funds held by a gambling house or the dealer in some gambling games a slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force a container (usually with a slot in the top) for keeping money at home a building in which the business of banking transacted a flight maneuver; aircraft tips laterally about its longitudinal axis (especially in turning) tip laterally enclose with a bank do business with a bank or keep an account at a bank act as the banker in a game or in gambling be in the banking business put into a bank account cover with ashes so to control the rate of burning have confidence or faith in
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animal reproductive body consisting of an ovum or embryo together with nutritive and protective envelopes; especially the thin-shelled reproductive body laid by e.g. female birds oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens throw eggs at coat with beaten egg
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a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a resource a means of serving give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
a large or extra supply of something lake used to store water for community use tank used for collecting and storing a liquid (as water or oil) anything (a person or animal or plant or substance) in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies
a series of ordered groupings of people or things within a system the organization of people at different ranks in an administrative body
develop in a positive way move forward, also in the metaphorical sense form or accumulate steadily
liquid excretory product
in the near future
mucus-secreting membrane lining all body cavities or passages that communicate with the exterior
a diacritical mark (^) placed above a vowel in some languages to indicate a special phonetic quality
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
rising current of warm air relating to or associated with heat of or relating to a hot spring caused by or designed to retain heat
(Norse mythology) goddess of the dead and queen of the underworld
an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coherent light
perform an act, usually with a negative connotation give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution confer a trust upon make an investment engage in or perform bound or obligated, as under a pledge to a particular cause, action, or attitude associated in an exclusive sexual relationship
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relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces associated therewith characterized by motion supplying motive force
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of or pertaining to or involving the heart and blood vessels
move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent
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a pass to a receiver upfield from the passer situated at or extending to the side lying away from the median and sagittal plane of a body
a condition in which little or no bile is secreted or the flow of bile into the digestive tract is obstructed
a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts electricity better in the light than in the dark and is used in photocells; occurs in sulfide ores (as pyrite)
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch
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in actual fact used to imply that one would expect the fact to be the opposite of that stated; surprisingly at the present moment as a sentence modifier to add slight emphasis
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the state of being absent failure to be present the time interval during which something or somebody is away the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.; common in petit mal epilepsy
instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole (physical chemistry) a sample of matter in which substances in different phases are in equilibrium a complex of methods or rules governing behavior an organized structure for arranging or classifying a group of physiologically or anatomically related organs or parts a procedure or process for obtaining an objective the living body considered as made up of interdependent components forming a unified whole an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized
be different be of different opinions
a change for the worse alteration in the shape or dimensions of an object as a result of the application of stress to it the act of twisting or deforming the shape of something (e.g., yourself)
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the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) a later concluding time period the early part of night (from dinner until bedtime) spent in a special way make level or straight become even or more even make even or more even
give an incentive for action provided with a motive or given incentive for action
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any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue any solid substance (as opposed to liquid) that is used as a source of nourishment anything that provides mental stimulus for thinking
a statistic characterizing human populations (or segments of human populations broken down by age or sex or income etc.)
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occurring or existing before birth
inability to use or understand language (spoken or written) because of a brain lesion
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint a linear unit of length equal to 12 inches or a third of a yard the lower part of anything the pedal extremity of vertebrates other than human beings lowest support of a structure any of various organs of locomotion or attachment in invertebrates travel by walking a member of a surveillance team who works on foot or rides as a passenger an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot (prosody) a group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm a support resembling a pedal extremity pay for something walk add a column of numbers
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a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
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a brilliant solo passage occurring near the end of a piece of music
an erect penis a structure that has been erected the act of building or putting up
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something you have to do an event that occurs at a critical time a vaguely specified social event reason the time of a particular event an opportunity to do something give occasion to
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of or relating to or used in or practicing obstetrics
the quality of being capable -- physically or intellectually or legally the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment an aptitude that may be developed
inflammation of the retina
come to a halt, stop moving put an end to a state or an activity stop from happening or developing interrupt a trip cause to stop prevent completion hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of seize on its way have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical render unsuitable for passage stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments (of a nose) blocked
pneumatic tire that has radial-ply casing relating to or near the radius relating to or moving along or having the direction of a radius issuing in rays from a common center; relating to rays of light arranged like rays or radii; radiating from a common center
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make reference to be relevant to think of, regard, or classify under a subsuming principle or with a general group or in relation to another send or direct for treatment, information, or a decision seek information from have as a meaning use a name to designate
an actor who plays villainous roles a serious (or tragic) role in a play of comparatively great physical weight or density unusually great in degree or quantity or number of the military or industry; using (or being) the heaviest and most powerful armaments or weapons or equipment marked by great psychological weight; weighted down especially with sadness or troubles or weariness usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it (used of soil) compact and fine-grained darkened by clouds of great intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) being or containing an isotope with greater than average atomic mass or weight (of an actor or role) being or playing the villain permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter of relatively large extent and density made of fabric having considerable thickness prodigious full and loud and deep given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought slow and laborious because of weight large and powerful; especially designed for heavy loads or rough work dense or inadequately leavened and hence likely to cause distress in the alimentary canal sharply inclined full of; bearing great weight requiring or showing effort characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort lacking lightness or liveliness (of sleep) deep and complete in an advanced stage of pregnancy slowly as if burdened by much weight
a blood clot formed within a blood vessel and remaining attached to its place of origin
surgical incision or division of a muscle
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not easily seen barely able to be perceived
cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation put into a certain place or abstract location
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of or relating to biological processes occurring at 24-hour intervals
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games a solid projectile that is shot by a musket an object with a spherical shape the people assembled at a lavish formal dance one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens a spherical object used as a plaything United States comedienne best known as the star of a popular television program (1911-1989) a compact mass a lavish dance requiring formal attire a more or less rounded anatomical body or mass the game of baseball a pitch that is not in the strike zone form into a ball by winding or rolling
farther along in space or time or degree on the farther side from the observer in addition
something that happens at a given place and time a special set of circumstances a phenomenon located at a single point in space-time; the fundamental observational entity in relativity theory a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall
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a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a small part that can be considered separately from the whole a whole individual unit; especially when included in a list or collection an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole an individual instance of a type of symbol (used when listing or enumerating items) also
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any small rounded protuberance (as on certain plants or animals) an imperfection in someone or something that is suggestive of a wart (especially in smallness or unattractiveness) (pathology) a firm abnormal elevated blemish on the skin; caused by a virus
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secure or fasten with a staple or staples
(of living things) capable of normal growth and development capable of being done in a practical and useful way
the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions a safe place a device designed to prevent injury or accidents (baseball) the successful act of striking a baseball in such a way that the batter reaches base safely contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse a score in American football; a player is tackled behind his own goal line
release from military service or remove from the active list of military service make inactive
the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one being one more than six
the middle muscular layer of the heart wall
an important question that is in dispute and must be settled one of a series published periodically some situation or event that is thought about the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) supplies (as food or clothing or ammunition) issued by the government the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the immediate descendants of a person the becoming visible an opening that permits escape or release the act of issuing printed materials prepare and issue for public distribution or sale circulate or distribute or equip with bring out an official document (such as a warrant) come out of make out and issue
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Austrian physicist famous for his discovery of the Doppler effect (1803-1853)
unable to move or resist motion having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive slow and apathetic
contain or cover provide housing for
the flow of air
promote over another consider as the favorite treat gently or carefully bestow a privilege upon preferred above all others and treated with partiality
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with regard to a nation taken as a whole extending throughout an entire nation
a rational motive for a belief or action an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination the state of having good sense and sound judgment a justification for something existing or happening a fact that logically justifies some premise or conclusion decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion present reasons and arguments think logically
installation from which a military force initiates operations lowest support of a structure a place that the runner must touch before scoring the bottom or lowest part (anatomy) the part of an organ nearest its point of attachment a lower limit the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained a support or foundation a phosphoric ester of a nucleoside; the basic structural unit of nucleic acids (DNA or RNA) any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water the bottom side of a geometric figure from which the altitude can be constructed the most important or necessary part of something (numeration system) the positive integer that is equivalent to one in the next higher counting place the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end a terrorist network intensely opposed to the United States that dispenses money and logistical support and training to a wide variety of radical Islamic terrorist groups; has cells in more than 50 countries (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed the stock of basic facilities and capital equipment needed for the functioning of a country or area the principal ingredient of a mixture a flat bottom on which something is intended to sit (electronics) the part of a transistor that separates the emitter from the collector use as a basis for; found on situate as a center of operations use (purified cocaine) by burning it and inhaling the fumes serving as or forming a base of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense) (used of metals) consisting of or alloyed with inferior metal not adhering to ethical or moral principles having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality illegitimate debased; not genuine
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type genus of the family Pseudomonodaceae
characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity strong and active physically or mentally
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(comparative and superlative of `early') more early than; most early at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time being or occurring at an early stage of development belonging to the distant past very young of an early stage in the development of a language or literature expected in the near future with the least delay
arranged like rays or radii; radiating from a common center
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (trade name Torodal) that is given only orally
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not solved not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved
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a particle that is electrically charged (positive or negative); an atom or molecule or group that has lost or gained one or more electrons
continue to exist be persistent, refuse to stop stay behind
a native or inhabitant of the United States the English language as used in the United States a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country of or relating to the United States of America or its people or language or culture of or relating to or characteristic of the continents and islands of the Americas
in an exponential manner
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surgical removal of part or all of the pancreas
plan for an activity or event make a schedule; plan the time and place for events planned or scheduled for some certain time or times
an inflammation of bone and bone marrow (usually caused by bacterial infection)
pass through
English physician who first described Hodgkin's disease (1798-1866) English chemist (born in Egypt) who used crystallography to study the structure of organic compounds (1910-1994) English physiologist who, with Andrew Huxley, discovered the role of potassium and sodium atoms in the transmission of the nerve impulse (1914-1998)
an abnormal particle (e.g. an air bubble or part of a clot) circulating in the blood
a single object (as distinguished from a pair) a set containing a single member the playing card that is the only card in a suit held in a bridge hand as initially dealt
a conference (usually with someone important) a conference between two or more people to consider a particular question the act of referring or consulting
German chemist noted for his synthesis of hemin (1881-1945) German chemist noted for work on synthetic sugars and the purines (1852-1919) United States chess master; world champion from 1972 to 1975 (born in 1943)
a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible the quality of being probable; a probable event or the most probable event
the activity of converting data or information into code convert information into code
genus of Eurasian spiny shrubs: gorse
manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of (especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back
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the unlimited expanse in which everything is located having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude of verbs; having neither person nor number nor mood (as a participle or gerund or infinitive) too numerous to be counted total and all-embracing
grow under conditions that promote development sit on (eggs)
used in treatment of Alzheimer's disease and glaucoma
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an unhappy and worried mental state (physics) a secondary influence on a system that causes it to deviate slightly activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption a disposition that is confused or nervous and upset the act of causing disorder
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of or relating to cations
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moved or conveyed by or through air
of or relating to or involving arterioles
capable of being obtained
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muscular twitching involving individual muscle fibers acting without coordination act or process of forming fibrils
the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity the individual characteristics by which a thing or person is recognized or known an operator that leaves unchanged the element on which it operates exact sameness
method or manner of conduct in relation to others the act of transacting within or between groups (as carrying on commercial activities) act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression take into consideration for exemplifying purposes take action with respect to (someone or something) come to terms with administer or bestow, as in small portions do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood be in charge of, act on, or dispose of behave in a certain way towards others distribute cards to the players in a game direct the course of; manage or control give out as one's portion or share give (a specific card) to a player sell
ten 10s being ten more than ninety
make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
place in a confining or embarrassing position catch in or as if in a trap hold or catch as if in a trap to hold fast or prevent from moving forced to turn and face attackers
the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus
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used in the treatment of cancer
a harmonious state of things in general and of their properties (as of colors and sounds); congruity of parts with one another and with the whole agreement of opinions an index of all main words in a book along with their immediate contexts
any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth destroying bacteria or inhibiting their growth
a minute hairlike projection on mucous membrane
especially of leaves; located at the base of a plant or stem; especially arising directly from the root or rootstock or a root-like stem serving as or forming a base of primary importance
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of or relating to the gums
any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs be a signal for or a symptom of
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) someone who originates or causes or initiates something be the author of
a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical a statistic describing the location of a distribution
a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language a uniform movement without rotation the act of changing in form or shape or appearance (mathematics) a transformation in which the origin of the coordinate system is moved to another position but the direction of each axis remains the same (genetics) the process whereby genetic information coded in messenger RNA directs the formation of a specific protein at a ribosome in the cytoplasm rewording something in less technical terminology the act of uniform movement
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a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact a doctor's degree in theology
mild form of diabetes mellitus that develops gradually in adults; can be precipitated by obesity or severe stress or menopause or other factors; can usually be controlled by diet and hypoglycemic agents without injections of insulin
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth
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regard something as probable or likely act in advance of; deal with ahead of time realize beforehand make a prediction about; tell in advance be excited or anxious about be a forerunner of or occur earlier than
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a loss of polarity or polarization
an amino acid containing sulfur that is found in most proteins; oxidizes on exposure to air to form cystine
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services a supply of something available for future use an electronic memory device a depository for goods keep or lay aside for future use find a place for and put away for storage
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the process of wasting anything lost by wear or waste
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a baby from birth to four weeks
of or relating to procedure relating to court practice and procedure as opposed to the principles of law
the cognitive process of reaching a decision reach, make, or come to a decision about something bring to an end; settle conclusively cause to decide influence or determine having the power or quality of deciding
a small vascular growth on the surface of a mucous membrane one of two forms that coelenterates take (e.g. a hydra or coral): usually sedentary with a hollow cylindrical body usually with a ring of tentacles around the mouth
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a fast-growing malignant brain tumor composed of spongioblasts; nearly always fatal
in a random manner
the liquid part that can be extracted from plant or animal tissue by squeezing or cooking energetic vitality electric current any of several liquids of the body
fairly large having a firm basis in reality and being therefore important, meaningful, or considerable having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary providing abundant nourishment of good quality and condition; solidly built
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the study of the action of drugs in the body: method and rate of excretion; duration of effect; etc.
the strength of a solution; number of molecules of a substance in a given volume the spatial property of being crowded together strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing diluting material increase in density complete attention; intense mental effort bringing together military forces great and constant diligence and attention
a quantity of no importance lacking any legal or binding force
edible viscera of a butchered animal a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function a government agency or instrument devoted to the performance of some specific function (music) an electronic simulation of a pipe organ a periodical that is published by a special interest group wind instrument whose sound is produced by means of pipes arranged in sets supplied with air from a bellows and controlled from a large complex musical keyboard a free-reed instrument in which air is forced through the reeds by bellows
susceptible to attack susceptible to criticism or persuasion or temptation capable of being wounded or hurt
either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye a movable top or cover (hinged or separate) for closing the opening at the top of a box, chest, jar, pan, etc. headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
an appraisal of the value of something act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of standing or position on a scale rank in a military organization assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
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formally reject or disavow a formerly held belief, usually under pressure pull away from a source of disgust or fear use a surgical instrument to hold open (the edges of a wound or an organ) pull inward or towards a center drawn back and in
increase the effect of or act synergistically with (a drug or a physiological or biochemical phenomenon)
one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; located on the northern part of the island of Great Britain; famous for bagpipes and plaids and kilts
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to or by or from the side in a lateral direction or location
a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child a political party formed in Great Britain in 1900; characterized by the promotion of labor's interests and formerly the socialization of key industries productive work (especially physical work done for wages) work hard strive and make an effort to reach a goal undergo the efforts of childbirth
either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking (botany) either of the two parts of a bilabiate corolla or calyx an impudent or insolent rejoinder the top edge of a vessel or other container either the outer margin or the inner margin of the aperture of a gastropod's shell
a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Naprosyn) used in the treatment of arthritis and musculoskeletal inflammation and moderate pain
a list of items (names or tasks etc.) to be checked or consulted
an amino acid that is found in many proteins (especially collagen)
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bringing again into activity and prominence
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of or relating to or near the sacrum of or relating to sacred rites
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the particular portion of space occupied by something a point occupied by troops for tactical reasons a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the arrangement of the body and its limbs the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society a job in an organization the spatial property of a place where or way in which something is situated the appropriate or customary location (in team sports) the role assigned to an individual player the act of putting something in a certain place a condition or position in which you find yourself a rationalized mental attitude an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an item on a list or in a sequence the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another the act of positing; an assumption taken as a postulate or axiom cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation put into a certain place or abstract location
the 1st letter of the Greek alphabet the beginning of a series or sequence first in order of importance early testing stage of a software or hardware product
give sanction to judge to be right or commendable; think well of established by authority; given authoritative approval
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a state or condition markedly different from the norm a disorder in one's mental state an optical phenomenon resulting from the failure of a lens or mirror to produce a good image
relating to the prostate gland
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the act of prolonging something amount or degree or range to which something extends the consequence of being lengthened in duration
a river in southwestern Alabama; flows into Mobile Bay a port in southwestern Alabama on Mobile Bay sculpture suspended in midair whose delicately balanced parts can be set in motion by air currents migratory moving or capable of moving readily (especially from place to place) having transportation available capable of changing quickly from one state or condition to another affording change (especially in social status)
a dramatic or musical entertainment the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it any recognized accomplishment process or manner of functioning or operating
the state of being free of suspicion a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water rid of obstructions make a way or path by removing objects become clear grant authorization or clearance for remove go unchallenged; be approved be debited and credited to the proper bank accounts go away or disappear pass by, over, or under without making contact make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear free from payment of customs duties, as of a shipment clear from impurities, blemishes, pollution, etc. yield as a net profit make as a net profit earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages sell pass an inspection or receive authorization pronounce not guilty of criminal charges settle, as of a debt make clear, bright, light, or translucent rid of instructions or data remove (people) from a building remove the occupants of free (the throat) by making a rasping sound readily apparent to the mind free from confusion or doubt affording free passage or view allowing light to pass through free from contact or proximity or connection characterized by freedom from troubling thoughts (especially guilt) (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims (especially of a title) free from any encumbrance or limitation that presents a question of fact or law clear and distinct to the senses; easily perceptible accurately stated or described free from clouds or mist or haze free of restrictions or qualifications free from flaw or blemish or impurity clear of charges or deductions easily deciphered freed from any question of guilt characterized by ease and quickness in perceiving completely in an easily perceptible manner
affecting the mind or mood or other mental processes
a patient who does not reside in the hospital where he is being treated
subsequent to menopause
within a muscle
a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 cm/sec/sec to a mass of 1 gram
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not caused by a specific agent; used also of staining in making microscope slides
abnormal twisting of the intestines (usually in the area of the ileum or sigmoid colon) resulting in intestinal obstruction
distance travelled per unit time
a distinct and often subordinate group within a group (mathematics) a subset (that is not empty) of a mathematical group
conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases electronic device consisting of a system of electrodes arranged in an evacuated glass or metal envelope a hollow cylindrical shape (anatomy) any hollow cylindrical body structure an electric railway operating below the surface of the ground (usually in a city) provide with a tube or insert a tube into convey in a tube ride or float on an inflated tube place or enclose in a tube
either side of the body below the waist and above the thigh the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates the ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum (architecture) the exterior angle formed by the junction of a sloping side and a sloping end of a roof the fruit of a rose plant
any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning a remarkable development
make senseless or dizzy by or as if by a blow hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag overcome as with astonishment or disbelief filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock knocked unconscious by a heavy blow in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock
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without seeing or looking without preparation or reflection; without a rational basis
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failure to act with the prudence that a reasonable person would exercise under the same circumstances the trait of neglecting responsibilities and lacking concern
bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship cause mental pain to causing distress or worry or anxiety bad; unfortunate
cause to grow together parts from different plants place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient
a constant in the equation of a curve that can be varied to yield a family of similar curves any factor that defines a system and determines (or limits) its performance (computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program a quantity (such as the mean or variance) that characterizes a statistical population and that can be estimated by calculations from sample data
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the quality of being simple or uncompounded a lack of penetration or subtlety absence of affectation or pretense freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort lack of ornamentation
consider in a comprehensive way look over carefully or inspect keep under surveillance hold a review (of troops) make a survey of; for statistical purposes plot a map of (land)
an abnormal particle (e.g. an air bubble or part of a clot) circulating in the blood
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(music) the fifth note of the diatonic scale an allele that produces the same phenotype whether its paired allele is identical or different exercising influence or control (of genes) producing the same phenotype whether its allele is identical or dissimilar most frequent or common
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom a competitor who holds a preeminent position a very wealthy or powerful businessman preeminence in a particular category or group or field United States woman tennis player (born in 1943) United States guitar player and singer of the blues (born in 1925) United States charismatic civil rights leader and Baptist minister who campaigned against the segregation of Blacks (1929-1968) a checker that has been moved to the opponent's first row where it is promoted to a piece that is free to move either forward or backward one of the four playing cards in a deck bearing the picture of a king (chess) the weakest but the most important piece
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lacking protection or defense
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examination of tissues or liquids from the living body to determine the existence or cause of a disease
a proud stiff pompous gait brace consisting of a bar or rod used to resist longitudinal compression to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
identification of a substance (especially a protein) by its action as an antigen
a small container a pill in the form of a small rounded gelatinous container with medicine inside a dry dehiscent seed vessel or the spore-containing structure of e.g. mosses a shortened version of a written work a structure that encloses a body part a spacecraft designed to transport people and support human life in outer space a pilot's seat in an airplane that can be forcibly ejected in the case of an emergency; then the pilot descends by parachute enclose in a capsule put in a short or concise form; reduce in volume
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the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage the ground floor facade or interior in Renaissance architecture
a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities a coordinated sequence of chess moves a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose (formerly to achieve some antisocial end but now for general political or economic purposes) the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order the act of combining things to form a new whole
one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens
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drooping of the upper eyelid caused by muscle paralysis and weakness
show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill to show, make visible or apparent give an exhibition of to an interested audience walk ostentatiously
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endure the loss of kill or destroy sell at a loss make a sacrifice of; in religious rituals
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a globulin in blood plasma that carries iron
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification)
be or form the base for lie underneath in the nature of something though not readily apparent located beneath or below being or involving basic facts or principles
the handwear used by fielders in playing baseball handwear: covers the hand and wrist boxing equipment consisting of big and padded coverings for the fists of the fighters; worn for the sport of boxing
a retraction of a previously held position the act of taking out money or other capital the act of withdrawing avoiding emotional involvement the act of withdrawing blood, tumors, etc. the act of ceasing to participate in an activity a method of birth control in which coitus is initiated but the penis is deliberately withdrawn before ejaculation formal separation from an alliance or federation the termination of drug taking
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system the 24th letter of the Roman alphabet street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine being one more than nine
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the process of translating photographs into a digital form that can be recognized by a computer the act of systematically moving a finely focused beam of light or electrons over a surface in order to produce an image of it for analysis or transmission examine minutely or intensely examine hastily make a wide, sweeping search of conform to a metrical pattern move a light beam over; in electronics, to reproduce an image read metrically obtain data from magnetic tapes
the cardinal number that is the sum of sixteen and one being one more than sixteen
a message describing how something is to be done the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill the profession of a teacher (computer science) a line of code written as part of a computer program
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someone who is afflicted with schizophrenia suffering from some form of schizophrenia of or relating to or characteristic of schizophrenia
a particular society at a particular time and place the tastes in art and manners that are favored by a social group all the knowledge and values shared by a society (biology) the growing of microorganisms in a nutrient medium (such as gelatin or agar) a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the attitudes and behavior that are characteristic of a particular social group or organization the raising of plants or animals grow in a special preparation
any of several psychotic disorders characterized by distortions of reality and disturbances of thought and language and withdrawal from social contact
a statement that represents something in words the act of describing something sort or variety
an abnormal enlargement of the heart
a negotiator who acts as a link between parties
the temporal end; the concluding time the last section of a communication the concluding part of any performance move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed cease to operate or cause to cease operating finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) come to a close complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement be priced or listed when trading stops engage at close quarters cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact come together, as if in an embrace draw near bring together all the elements or parts of bar access to fill or stop up unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other close in relevance or relationship not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances rigorously attentive; strict and thorough marked by fidelity to an original (of a contest or contestants) evenly matched crowded lacking fresh air of textiles strictly confined or guarded confined to specific persons fitting closely but comfortably used of hair or haircuts giving or spending with reluctance inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information near in time or place or relationship in an attentive manner
a substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction) a person who goes before or announces the coming of another something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
relating to the crystallization of a compound in two or more different forms relating to the occurrence of more than one kind of individual (independent of sexual differences) in an interbreeding population having or occurring in several distinct forms
an applicant likely to be chosen likely but not certain to be or become true or real apparently destined
the property of being physically malleable; the property of something that can be worked or hammered or shaped without breaking
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personal knowledge or information about someone or something usualness by virtue of being familiar or well known close or warm friendship a casual manner an act of undue intimacy
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tiny bits of protoplasm found in vertebrate blood; essential for blood clotting
an alloy of mercury with another metal (usually silver) used by dentists to fill cavities in teeth; except for iron and platinum all metals dissolve in mercury and chemists refer to the resulting mercury mixtures as amalgams a combination or blend of diverse things
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the lap consisting of a turned-back hem encircling the end of the sleeve or leg shackle that consists of a metal loop that can be locked around the wrist; usually used in pairs hit with the hand confine or restrain with or as if with manacles or handcuffs
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process the set of circumstances that affect someone's welfare the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation a state at a particular time an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing information that should be kept in mind when making a decision the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') an illness, disease, or other medical problem (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny
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important marine food and game fishes found in all tropical and temperate seas; some are at least partially endothermic and can thrive in colder waters
a substance that opposes or blocks the action of acetylcholine inhibiting or blocking the action of acetylcholine at a receptor site
with respect to statistics
a virility drug (trade name Vasomax) to treat erectile dysfunction in men
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind feel or suffer from the lack of fail to attend an event or activity leave undone or leave out fail to reach or get to be without fail to reach be absent fail to experience not able to be found nonexistent
deserving or inciting pity having little money or few possessions characterized by or indicating poverty lacking in specific resources, qualities or substances not sufficient to meet a need unsatisfactory
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a pesticide in suspension or solution; intended for spraying a quantity of small objects flying through the air flower arrangement consisting of a single branch or shoot bearing flowers and foliage a dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist water in small drops in the atmosphere; blown from waves or thrown up by a waterfall a jet of vapor be discharged in sprays of liquid scatter in a mass or jet of droplets cover by spraying with a liquid
take or have a position relative to others assign a rank or rating to take precedence or surpass others in rank arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example
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a tail-shaped basal ganglion located in a lateral ventricle of the brain amphibians that resemble lizards having a tail or taillike appendage (of a leaf shape) tapering gradually into a long taillike tip
expectorated matter; saliva mixed with discharges from the respiratory passages; in ancient and medieval physiology it was believed to cause sluggishness
be agreeable or acceptable to be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired satisfy a condition or restriction make fit insert or adjust several objects or people be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics conform to some shape or size provide with (something) usually for a specific purpose make correspond or harmonize being the right size and shape to fit as desired
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someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead responsive to physical stimuli being susceptible to the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others able to feel or perceive hurting of or pertaining to classified information or matters affecting national security
male sex hormone that is produced in the testes and responsible for typical male sexual characteristics
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amine formed from histidine that stimulates gastric secretions and dilates blood vessels; released by the human immune system during allergic reactions
generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids place out of sight; keep secret
group of guns or missile launchers operated together at one place a device that produces electricity; may have several primary or secondary cells arranged in parallel or series a collection of related things intended for use together a unit composed of the pitcher and catcher a series of stamps operated in one mortar for crushing ores the heavy fire of artillery to saturate an area rather than hit a specific target an assault in which the assailant makes physical contact
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a stable particle with positive charge equal to the negative charge of an electron
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exhibiting ectopia
an allergic reaction that becomes apparent in a sensitized person only minutes after contact
a tube in which a body fluid circulates a craft designed for water transportation an object used as a container (especially for liquids)
a long seat for more than one person a level shelf of land interrupting a declivity (with steep slopes above and below) persons who administer justice a strong worktable for a carpenter or mechanic the magistrate or judge or judges sitting in court in judicial capacity to compose the court collectively the reserve players on a team (law) the seat for judges in a courtroom take out of a game; of players exhibit on a bench
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give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
birth control by the use of devices (diaphragm or intrauterine device or condom) or drugs or surgery
impart gradually enter drop by drop produce or try to produce a vivid impression of teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality
a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea a metric unit of length equal to ten meters female parent of an animal especially domestic livestock obstruct with, or as if with, a dam
put to use have and exercise make a great effort at a mental or physical task
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give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example
activity involved in maintaining something in good working order means of maintenance of a family or group court-ordered support paid by one spouse to another after they are separated the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence the unauthorized interference in a legal action by a person having no interest in it (as by helping one party with money or otherwise to continue the action) so as to obstruct justice or promote unnecessary litigation or unsettle the peace of the community
a hybrid cell resulting from the fusion of a lymphocyte and a tumor cell; used to culture a specific monoclonal antibody
get or gather together call for and obtain payment of assemble or get together get or bring together gather or collect brought together in one place in full control of your faculties
capable of being prevented
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes an area of knowledge or interest the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state
a container that has been emptied make void or empty of contents become empty or void of its content leave behind empty; move out of remove excrete or discharge from the body holding or containing nothing devoid of significance or point needing nourishment emptied of emotion
an encapsulated neural structure consisting of a collection of cell bodies or neurons
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a middle way between two extremes an accommodation in which both sides make concessions make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise" settle by concession expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence
in part; in some degree; not wholly
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(statistics) the mean value of the product of the deviations of two variates from their respective means
a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of
a sensory receptor that responds to chemical stimuli
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the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature the act of making up your mind about something
large and complicated reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity; secretes bile and functions in metabolism of protein and carbohydrate and fat; synthesizes substances involved in the clotting of the blood; synthesizes vitamin A; detoxifies poisonous substances and breaks down worn-out erythrocytes liver of an animal used as meat a person who has a special life style someone who lives in a place having a reddish-brown color
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a person whose case has been referred to a specialist or professional group a recommendation to consult the (professional) person or group to whom one has been referred the act of referring (as forwarding an applicant for employment or referring a matter to an appropriate agency)
the feelings expressed on a person's face the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually physical appearance the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect have a certain outward or facial expression search or seek be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to take charge of or deal with convey by one's expression look forward to the probable occurrence of accord in appearance with have faith or confidence in
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occurring immediately after birth
the rate of moving (especially walking or running) the distance covered by a step the relative speed of progress or change a step in walking or running the rate of some repeating event a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride walk with slow or fast paces go at a pace measure (distances) by pacing regulate or set the pace of
transient cessation of respiration
something that has been transcribed; a written record (usually typewritten) of dictated or recorded speech a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
someone employed to conduct others someone who shows the way by leading or advising something that offers basic information or instruction a model or standard for making comparisons someone who can find paths through unexplored territory a structure or marking that serves to direct the motion or positioning of something direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take somebody somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive use as a guide pass over, across, or through
fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself) (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan) the basic pattern of the human fingerprint a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane move in loops make a loop in fly loops, perform a loop wind around something in coils or loops fasten or join with a loop
a large indefinite number a complete collection of similar things a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film) an association of criminals an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose a group of hunting animals a cream that cleanses and tones the skin a sheet or blanket (either dry or wet) to wrap around the body for its therapeutic effect a bundle (especially one carried on the back) arrange in a container fill to capacity compress into a wad carry, as on one's back set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome have with oneself; have on one's person press tightly together or cram hike with a backpack press down tightly seal with packing have the property of being packable or of compacting easily load with a pack treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
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of or relating to the process of excretion
look past, fail to notice be oriented in a certain direction leave undone or leave out look down on watch over not taken into account
in this place or thing or document
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an ape or monkey relating to or resembling an ape
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an imaginary line or standard by which things are measured or compared the back line bounding each end of a tennis or handball court; when serving the server must not step over this line the lines a baseball player must follow while running the bases
one form in which body fuel is stored; stored primarily in the liver and broken down into glucose when needed by the body
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a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals) put or turn on the left side, of a ship bring to port land at or reach a port turn or go to the port or left side, of a ship carry, bear, convey, or bring carry or hold with both hands diagonally across the body, especially of weapons drink port modify (software) for use on a different machine or platform located on the left side of a ship or aircraft
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance appear very large or occupy a commanding position
an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease perform an autopsy on a dead body; do a post-mortem
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a piano with the strings on a horizontal harp-shaped frame; usually supported by three legs of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope of or befitting a lord rich and superior in quality extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style large and impressive in physical size or extent the most important and magnificent in adornment used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person
formed by reaction between an acid and an alcohol with elimination of water
the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole the way in which someone or something is composed a mixture of ingredients a musical work that has been created musical creation the act of creating written works art and technique of printing with movable type an essay (especially one written as an assignment) something that is created by arranging several things to form a unified whole
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals) opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests an incompatibility of dates or events opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot) a disagreement or argument about something important be in conflict go against, as of rules and laws
something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be a person who makes deceitful pretenses make a pretence of make believe with the intent to deceive adopted in order to deceive
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put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense) employed in accomplishing something of persons; taken advantage of previously used or owned by another
a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis not permanent; not lasting lacking continuity or regularity
a rotund individual containing or composed of fat
the organ of sight of or relating to or resembling the eye relating to or using sight
a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968) position or manner in which something is situated be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position originate (in) be and remain in a particular state or condition tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive have a place in relation to something else assume a reclining position
a measuring instrument that measures the oxygen in arterial blood
the property of excessive fatness usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it
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a city in western New York; a center of the photographic equipment industry a town in southeast Minnesota
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a process that impregnates something with calcium (or calcium salts) tissue hardened by deposition of lime salts an inflexible and unchanging state
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram a purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with cytosine one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated a unit of information equal to 1000 megabytes or 10^9 (1,000,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 mebibytes or 2^30 (1,073,741,824) bytes (physics) the universal constant relating force to mass and distance in Newton's law of gravitation the 7th letter of the Roman alphabet
surgical incision into a vein; used to treat hemochromatosis
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advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) used of the older of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a father from his son skilled through long experience (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age of long duration; not new (used for emphasis) very familiar skilled through long experience belonging to some prior time (used informally especially for emphasis) of a very early stage in development just preceding something else in time or order
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be or form the base for lie underneath
a tumor of the bone marrow (usually malignant) composed of cells normally found in bone marrow
unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')
divide into segments divide or split up having the body divided into successive metameres or segments, as in earthworms or lobsters
completely wanting or lacking
make fine adjustments or divide into marked intervals for optimal measuring mark (the scale of a measuring instrument) so that it can be read in the desired units measure the caliber of marked with or divided into degrees
of or relating to a systole or happening during a systole
the property of holding together and retaining its shape a harmonious uniformity or agreement among things or parts logical coherence and accordance with the facts (logic) an attribute of a logical system that is so constituted that none of the propositions deducible from the axioms contradict one another
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in a gross manner
the property created by the space between two objects or points a distant region size of the gap between two places indifference by personal withdrawal the interval between two times a remote point in time keep at a distance go far ahead of
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come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force
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look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
one who brings about a result or event; one who accomplishes a purpose a nerve fiber that terminates on a muscle or gland and stimulates contraction or secretion an organ (a gland or muscle) that becomes active in response to nerve impulses
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capable of being changed so as to match or fit capable of being regulated
of or concerned with neurophysiology
relating to or involving or causing hemolysis
a government on the island of Taiwan established in 1949 by Chiang Kai-shek after the conquest of mainland China by the Communists led by Mao Zedong an island in southeastern Asia 100 miles off the coast of mainland China in the South China Sea
of or related to the genital and urinary organs or their functions
the branch of medical science that deals with serums; especially with blood serums and disease
pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking engulf and destroy enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing utter indistinctly take back what one has said keep from expressing tolerate or accommodate oneself to believe or accept without questioning or challenge
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surgical removal of a lung (usually to treat lung cancer)
a statistical method for making simultaneous comparisons between two or more means; a statistical method that yields values that can be tested to determine whether a significant relation exists between variables
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a colorless crystalline substance obtained from the bile of mammals of or relating to or resembling a bull
cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to
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challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of pose a series of questions to pose a question conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting place in doubt or express doubtful speculation
separate into constituents or fractions containing concentrated constituents obtain by a fractional process
antineoplastic drug (trade name Alkeran) used to treat multiple myeloma and some other malignancies
the removal of contaminants
a qualitative change (mathematics) a function that changes the position or direction of the axes of a coordinate system a rule describing the conversion of one syntactic structure into another related syntactic structure (genetics) modification of a cell or bacterium by the uptake and incorporation of exogenous DNA the act of changing in form or shape or appearance
the month following February and preceding April the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind) a steady advance a procession of people walking together district consisting of the area on either side of a border or boundary of a country or an area genre of music written for marching a degree granted for the successful completion of advanced study of architecture march in a procession force to march walk fast, with regular or measured steps; walk with a stride march in protest; take part in a demonstration walk ostentatiously cause to march or go at a marching pace lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
be without inadequate in amount or degree nonexistent
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of form a critical opinion of
the display of a motion picture something shown to the public give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
by genetic mechanisms
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any substance that tends to increase the flow of urine, which causes the body to get rid of excess water
rule against prevail over counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle) ride (a horse) too hard having superior power and influence
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose an attainment that is successful a state of prosperity or fame a person with a record of successes
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any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message any incitement to action an electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information about the source from which it comes communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs be a signal for or a symptom of notably out of the ordinary
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the branch of engineering science that studies the uses of electricity and the equipment for power generation and distribution and the control of machines and communication
a customs document listing the contents put on a ship or plane provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes record in a ship's manifest reveal its presence or make an appearance clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
the act of making immune (especially by inoculation)
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regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public carried on by or for the people (or citizens) at large representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large (of music or art) new and of general appeal (especially among young people)
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a graphical record of electrical activity of the brain; produced by an electroencephalograph
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of or pertaining to or of the nature of mathematics relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers beyond question statistically possible though highly improbable characterized by the exactness or precision of mathematics
a bronchodilator (trade name Alupent) used to treat asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects include tachycardia and shakiness
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able to absorb fluids full of pores or vessels or holes allowing passage in and out
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father) the founder of a family `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military (Christianity) any of about 70 theologians in the period from the 2nd to the 7th century whose writing established and confirmed official church doctrine; in the Roman Catholic Church some were later declared saints and became Doctor of the Church; the best known Latin Church Fathers are Ambrose, Augustine, Gregory the Great, and Jerome; those who wrote in Greek include Athanasius, Basil, Gregory Nazianzen, and John Chrysostom a person who holds an important or distinguished position in some organization God when considered as the first person in the Trinity a person who founds or establishes some institution the head of an organized crime family make children
the human act of creating an artifact that has been brought into existence by someone the event that occurred at the beginning of something the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new (theology) God's act of bringing the universe into existence everything that exists anywhere
the yellow spherical part of an egg that is surrounded by the albumen nutritive material of an ovum stored for the nutrition of an embryo (especially the yellow mass of a bird or reptile egg)
compelling immediate action
a general direction in which something tends to move general line of orientation a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the popular taste at a given time turn sharply; change direction abruptly
a degree or grade of excellence or worth diameter of a tube or gun barrel
the branch of biology that studies the microscopic structure of animal or plant tissues
an ancestor in the direct line
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of or secreting or covered with or resembling mucus
an animal or plant that lives in or on a host (another animal or plant); it obtains nourishment from the host without benefiting or killing the host a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal
deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) bring to a destination, make a delivery to surrender someone or something to another free from harm or evil hand over to the authorities of another country pass down utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) save from sins carry out or perform relinquish possession or control over throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball cause to be born
construct or form anew or provide with a new structure
give a description of to give an account or representation of in words make a mark or lines on a surface identify as in botany or biology, for example
a medical instrument for separating substances in solution by unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
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an oral antibiotic (trade name Cipro) used against serious bacterial infections of the skin or respiratory tract or urinary tract or bones or joints
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard be or do something to a greater degree far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
of or relating to or affecting a lobe
separate by dialysis
a constitutional monarchy in western Europe on the North Sea; half the country lies below sea level
in an intramuscular way
the least possible
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hormone produced by the thyroid glands to regulate metabolism by controlling the rate of oxidation in cells
the act of consuming food take in solid food eat a meal; take a meal take in food; used of animals only worry or cause anxiety in a persistent way use up (resources or materials) cause to deteriorate due to the action of water, air, or an acid
a thermosetting resin; used chiefly in strong adhesives and coatings and laminates glue with epoxy
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the sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and volcanic material symptom consisting of a breaking out and becoming visible (of volcanos) pouring out fumes or lava (or a deposit so formed) a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition) a sudden very loud noise the emergence of a tooth as it breaks through the gum
preparing or putting through a prescribed procedure subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition deal with in a routine way perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against march in a procession shape, form, or improve a material deliver a warrant or summons to someone
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(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed a slender or elongated structure that supports a plant or fungus or a plant part or plant organ cylinder forming a long narrow part of something the tube of a tobacco pipe front part of a vessel or aircraft a turn made in skiing; the back of one ski is forced outward and the other ski is brought parallel to it grow out of, have roots in, originate in cause to point inward stop the flow of a liquid remove the stem from
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any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal the distance covered by a step the act of changing location by raising the foot and setting it down support consisting of a place to rest the foot while ascending or descending a stairway relative position in a graded series a short distance the sound of a step of someone walking a musical interval of two semitones a mark of a foot or shoe on a surface a solid block joined to the beams in which the heel of a ship's mast or capstan is fixed a sequence of foot movements that make up a particular dance shift or move by taking a step put down or press the foot, place the foot cause (a computer) to execute a single command treat badly furnish with steps move with one's feet in a specific manner walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner place (a ship's mast) in its step measure (distances) by pacing move or proceed as if by steps into a new situation
become wider add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
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an uneasy psychological state control of your emotions any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body the courage to carry on impudent aggressiveness get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
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(baseball) the person who does the pitching an open vessel with a handle and a spout for pouring the quantity contained in a pitcher (botany) a leaf that that is modified in such a way as to resemble a pitcher or ewer the position on a baseball team of the player who throws the ball for a batter to try to hit
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show a response or a reaction to something act against or in opposition to undergo a chemical reaction; react with another substance under certain conditions
infection caused by parasites transmitted to humans from infected cats; if contracted by a pregnant woman it can result in serious damage to the fetus
finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking
the act of drawing a plan or diagram or outline a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image the discovery and description of the course of development of something follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
the act of imitating the behavior of some situation or some process by means of something suitably analogous (especially for the purpose of study or personnel training) (computer science) the technique of representing the real world by a computer program representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) the act of giving a false appearance
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a baby from birth to four weeks
the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities the content of direct observation or participation in an event an event as apprehended go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo
a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain tending to cure or restore to health relating to or involved in therapy
a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides) a rectangular area in a city surrounded by streets and usually containing several buildings a three-dimensional shape with six square or rectangular sides a number or quantity of related things dealt with as a unit housing in a large building that is divided into separate units (computer science) a sector or group of sectors that function as the smallest data unit permitted an inability to remember or think of something you normally can do; often caused by emotional tension a simple machine consisting of a wheel with a groove in which a rope can run to change the direction or point of application of a force applied to the rope a metal casting containing the cylinders and cooling ducts of an engine an obstruction in a pipe or tube a platform from which an auctioneer sells the act of obstructing or deflecting someone's movements render unsuitable for passage hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of stop from happening or developing interfere with or prevent the reception of signals run on a block system interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block obstruct block passage through support, secure, or raise with a block impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) be unable to remember shape by using a block shape into a block or blocks prohibit the conversion or use of (assets)
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large terrestrial monkeys having doglike muzzles
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an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose
not damaged or diminished in any respect
a crystalline amino acid found in proteins and in many plants (e.g., asparagus)
of or relating to immunotherapy
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a branch of applied mathematics concerned with the collection and interpretation of quantitative data and the use of probability theory to estimate population parameters a datum that can be represented numerically
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a graphical record of electrical activity of the brain; produced by an electroencephalograph
of or relating to the work of an actuary
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located, suited for, or taking place within a building within doors
a conference (usually with someone important) a conference between two or more people to consider a particular question the act of referring or consulting
the action of accomplishing something
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(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it) the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body producing exhaustion
the act of deducting from an employee's salary income tax withheld from employees' wages and paid directly to the government by the employer the act of holding back or keeping within your possession or control hold back; refuse to hand over or share retain and refrain from disbursing; of payments
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record in writing; enter into a book of names or events or transactions record in a public office or in a court of law enroll to vote be aware of indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments have one's name listed as a candidate for several parties show in one's face manipulate the registers of an organ send by registered mail enter into someone's consciousness (of animals) officially recorded with or certified by a recognized breed association; especially in a stud book listed or recorded officially (of a boat or vessel) furnished with necessary official documents specifying ownership etc
an asset of special worth or utility a distinguishing trait the special line of work you have adopted as your career
in the right manner with reason or justice
tall woody perennial grasses with hollow slender stems especially of the genera Arundo and Phragmites United States journalist who reported on the October Revolution from Petrograd in 1917; founded the Communist Labor Party in America in 1919; is buried in the Kremlin in Moscow (1887-1920) United States physician who proved that yellow fever is transmitted by mosquitoes (1851-1902) a vibrator consisting of a thin strip of stiff material that vibrates to produce a tone when air streams over it a musical instrument that sounds by means of a vibrating reed
(genetics) the separation of paired alleles during meiosis so that members of each pair of alleles appear in different gametes a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups the act of segregating or sequestering
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered original and of a kind not seen before lacking training or experience having no previous example or precedent or parallel other than the former one(s); different unaffected by use or exposure (of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new in use after medieval times used of a living language; being the current stage in its development (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity unfamiliar
a division of some larger or more complex organization a division of a stem, or secondary stem arising from the main stem of a plant a part of a forked or branching shape a natural consequence of development a stream or river connected to a larger one any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm grow and send out branches or branch-like structures divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork
the forceful insertion of a substance under pressure any solution that is injected (as into the skin) the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe
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a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram Danish physician and bacteriologist who developed a method of staining bacteria to distinguish among them (1853-1938)
a federal agency in the Department of Health and Human Services established to regulate the release of new foods and health-related products
continue to exist be persistent, refuse to stop stay behind relentless and indefatigable in pursuit or as if in pursuit
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any organism of microscopic size
the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates
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any severe mental disorder in which contact with reality is lost or highly distorted
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as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact in a conservative manner
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consisting of elements that are not of the same kind or nature originating outside the body
the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
marked by correspondence or resemblance having the same or similar characteristics resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination (of words) expressing closely related meanings capable of replacing or changing places with something else; permitting mutual substitution without loss of function or suitability
derived from organisms of the selfsame individual
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a transient variation in voltage or current sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis a sharp rise followed by a sharp decline a very high narrow heel on women's shoes each of the sharp points on the soles of athletic shoes to prevent slipping (or the shoes themselves) a sharp-pointed projection along the top of a fence or wall (or a dinosaur) a long, thin sharp-pointed implement (wood or metal) any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object a large stout nail stand in the way of pierce with a sharp stake or point secure with spikes bring forth a spike or spikes add alcohol to (beverages) manifest a sharp increase
an antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin and thus making more of those substances available to act on receptors in the brain
give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority make a request for something issue commands or orders for bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations bring order to or into place in a certain order appoint to a clerical posts arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events assign a rank or rating to having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule disposed or placed in a particular kind of order marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts
a general term for female steroid sex hormones that are secreted by the ovary and responsible for typical female sexual characteristics
the property of being acidic the taste experience when something acidic is taken into the mouth pH values below 7
the act of intervening (as to mediate a dispute, etc.) a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others (law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit already in progress; admission of person not an original party to the suit so that person can protect some right or interest that is allegedly affected by the proceedings care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)
the period of greatest prosperity or productivity a rosy color (especially in the cheeks) taken as a sign of good health sudden brief sensation of heat (associated with menopause and some mental disorders) a poker hand with all 5 cards in the same suit the swift release of a store of affective force a sudden rapid flow (as of water) sudden reddening of the face (as from embarrassment or guilt or shame or modesty) turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame flow freely glow or cause to glow with warm color or light make level or straight rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid irrigate with water from a sluice cause to flow or flood with or as if with water of a surface exactly even with an adjoining one, forming the same plane having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value squarely or solidly in the same plane
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the state of being premature
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marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness having all the qualities typical of the thing specified; not just a snack" limited to the thing specified appropriate for a condition or purpose or occasion or a person's character, needs
(medicine) obtaining pictures of the interior of the body
either of two bean-shaped excretory organs that filter wastes (especially urea) from the blood and excrete them and water in urine
soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state fabric woven from cotton fibers erect bushy mallow plant or small tree bearing bolls containing seeds with many long hairy fibers thread made of cotton fibers take a liking to
tag the base runner to get him out take into custody seize suddenly
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someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault an old or over-worked horse bother persistently with trivial complaints worry persistently remind or urge constantly
a coenzyme present in most living cells and derived from the B vitamin nicotinic acid; serves as a reductant in various metabolic processes
a quantity of money the relative magnitude of something with reference to a criterion how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers be tantamount or equivalent to add up in number or quantity develop into
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the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with any mechanical force that tends to retard or oppose motion a material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms the military action of resisting the enemy's advance (medicine) the condition in which an organism can resist disease the capacity of an organism to defend itself against harmful environmental agents a secret group organized to overthrow a government or occupation force the degree of unresponsiveness of a disease-causing microorganism to antibiotics or other drugs (as in penicillin-resistant bacteria) (psychiatry) an unwillingness to bring repressed feelings into conscious awareness an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current group action in opposition to those in power
the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school the work of applying something;  a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin a diligent effort the action of putting something into operation
a period of time spent sleeping a soft or fuzzy surface texture the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave sleeping for a short period of time (usually not in bed) a card game similar to whist; usually played for stakes take a siesta
relating to or concerned with electricity using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity
the ordering of genes in a haploid set of chromosomes of a particular organism; the full DNA sequence of an organism
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a specialized division of a large organization the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France) a specialized sphere of knowledge
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something that causes irritation and annoyance
the branch of pure mathematics dealing with the theory of numerical calculations relating to or involving arithmetic
make a mathematical calculation or computation judge to be probable keep an account of predict in advance specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public have faith or confidence in used of persons
of or relating to or resembling atheroma
a state in midwestern United States a member of the Siouan people of the Kansas river valley in Kansas a river in northeastern Kansas; flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River the Dhegiha dialect spoken by the Kansa a member of the Siouan people of the Kansas river valley in Kansas the Dhegiha dialect spoken by the Kansa
(superlative of `few' used with count nouns and usually preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the smallest in number a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number
the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time a meeting arranged by the visitor to see someone (such as a doctor or lawyer) for treatment or advice the act of visiting in an official capacity (as for an inspection) the act of going to see some person in a professional capacity a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest) go to see a place, as for entertainment go to certain places as for sightseeing pay a brief visit come to see in an official or professional capacity impose something unpleasant talk socially without exchanging too much information stay with as a guest assail
a tumor composed of granulation tissue resulting from injury or inflammation or infection
an authoritative rule a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior the state of being controlled or governed (embryology) the ability of an early embryo to continue normal development after its structure has been somehow damaged or altered the act of bringing to uniformity; making regular the act of controlling or directing according to rule
analyze (chemical substances) make an effort or attempt
a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression) monotypic genus of Madagascar civets closely related to palm civets largest carnivore of Madagascar; intermediate in some respects between cats and civets
the cortical part of the neencephalon
a lavish dance requiring formal attire a gown for evening wear being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress) characteristic of or befitting a person in authority (of spoken and written language) adhering to traditional standards of correctness and without casual, contracted, and colloquial forms represented in simplified or symbolic form logically deductive refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court
a double layer of peritoneum that attaches to the back wall of the abdominal cavity and supports the small intestines
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships give a structure to
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someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) a preceding occurrence or cause or event anything that precedes something similar in time the referent of an anaphor; a phrase or clause that is referred to by an anaphoric pronoun preceding in time or order
on your own; without outside help apart from others
to bear a reciprocal or mutual relation bring into a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relation mutually related
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees the base of the natural system of logarithms; approximately equal to 2.718282... the 5th letter of the Roman alphabet
make more complicated make more complex, intricate, or richer
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require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of necessary for relief or supply required by rule
analysis into clear-cut components bring to an end; settle conclusively reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation reach a decision understand the meaning of make clearly visible find the solution cause to go into a solution
of or pertaining to or of the nature of or characteristic of a sheep or sheep
an organization founded and united for a specific purpose an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person
the extent downward or backward or inward degree of psychological or intellectual profundity (usually plural) the deepest and most remote part (usually plural) a low moral state the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas the attribute or quality of being deep, strong, or intense
an antiviral drug (trade name Retrovir) used in the treatment of AIDS; adverse side effects include liver damage and suppression of the bone marrow
either of two or more related or complementary variables to bear a reciprocal or mutual relation bring into a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relation
absence or suppression of normal menstrual flow
a person trained to assist medical professionals and to give emergency medical treatment
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require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of
the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong any admirable quality or attribute morality with respect to sexual relations a particular moral excellence
a population that is part of a larger population
large lipoproteins rich in triglycerides; VLDLs circulate through the blood giving up their triglycerides to fat and muscle tissue until the VLDL remnants are modified and converted into LDL
a glassy translucent substance that occurs in hyaline cartilage or in certain skin conditions resembling glass in transparency or translucency
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram a purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with cytosine one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated a unit of information equal to 1000 megabytes or 10^9 (1,000,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 mebibytes or 2^30 (1,073,741,824) bytes (physics) the universal constant relating force to mass and distance in Newton's law of gravitation the 7th letter of the Roman alphabet
a physician who is not a specialist but treats all illnesses
kill in large numbers destroy completely, as if down to the roots
the SI unit of energy absorbed from ionizing radiation; equal to the absorption of one joule of radiation energy by one kilogram of matter; one gray equals 100 rad
an antibiotic and antifungal agent
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workplace consisting of farm buildings and cultivated land as a unit be a farmer; work as a farmer collect fees or profits cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques
a nerve agent easily absorbed into the body; a lethal cholinesterase inhibitor that is highly toxic when inhaled a ductile silvery-white ductile ferromagnetic trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group
an underactive thyroid gland; a glandular disorder resulting from insufficient production of thyroid hormones
the process of extracting one material from another by washing with a solvent to remove adsorbed material from an adsorbent (as in washing of loaded ion-exchange resins to remove captured ions); used to obtain uranium ions
the first known nerve agent, synthesized by German chemists in 1936; a highly toxic combustible liquid that is soluble in organic solvents and is used as a nerve gas in chemical warfare a rare silvery (usually trivalent) metallic element; brittle at low temperatures but liquid above room temperature; occurs in trace amounts in bauxite and zinc ores a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine a usually brief attempt a board game for two players who place counters on a grid; the object is to surround and so capture the opponent's counters change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning functioning correctly and ready for action
an enveloping or covering membrane or layer of body tissue
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram
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antibacterial consisting of any of several synthetic organic compounds capable of inhibiting the growth of bacteria that require PABA
a water solution of ammonia a pungent gas compounded of nitrogen and hydrogen (NH3)
a unit of magnetomotive force equal to 0.7958 ampere-turns clean in preparation for inspection of or relating to the stomach and intestines
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prevent from being included or considered or accepted prevent from entering; shut out lack or fail to include prevent from entering; keep out put out or expel from a place
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free from sepsis or infection
any tumor derived from cells of the nervous system
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laborer who works in a mine
one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water) a movement like that of a sudden occurrence or increase in a specified phenomenon (physics) a movement up and down or back and forth something that rises rapidly the act of signaling by a movement of the hand a hairdo that creates undulations in the hair an undulating curve a persistent and widespread unusual weather condition (especially of unusual temperatures) a member of the women's reserve of the United States Navy; originally organized during World War II but now no longer a separate branch signal with the hands or nod move or swing back and forth move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion twist or roll into coils or ringlets set waves in
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a narrow depression (as in the earth or between ocean waves or in the ocean bed) a channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater a concave shape with an open top a treasury for government funds a long narrow shallow receptacle a container (usually in a barn or stable) from which cattle or horses feed
relating to cells characterized by or divided into or containing cells or compartments (the smallest organizational or structural unit of an organism or organization)
of or relating to or consisting of a polymer
catch fire cause to start burning call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) set afire
the state that precedes vomiting disgust so strong it makes you feel sick
a surgical instrument used to cut very thin slices of skin
an ordinary man the dead body of a human being not moving or operating freely powerful rigidly formal having a strong physiological or chemical effect marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable incapable of or resistant to bending very drunk extremely in a stiff manner
an inflammatory condition caused by a fungus
the particular portion of space occupied by something a point occupied by troops for tactical reasons a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the arrangement of the body and its limbs the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society a job in an organization the spatial property of a place where or way in which something is situated the appropriate or customary location (in team sports) the role assigned to an individual player the act of putting something in a certain place a condition or position in which you find yourself a rationalized mental attitude an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an item on a list or in a sequence the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another the act of positing; an assumption taken as a postulate or axiom cause to be in an appropriate place, state, or relation put into a certain place or abstract location
a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes an electrical switch operated by pressing any of various plant parts that resemble buttons a round flat badge displaying information and suitable for pinning onto a garment a female sexual organ homologous to the penis a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism any artifact that resembles a button provide with buttons fasten with buttons
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a surgical opening through the skull
of or relating to or involving posture
a skin disease characterized by large thin-walled blisters (bullae) arising from normal skin or mucous membrane
British sculptor (born in the United States) noted for busts and large controversial works (1880-1959)
requiring sitting or little activity
a formal or official examination
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a bluish-white lustrous metallic element; brittle at ordinary temperatures but malleable when heated; used in a wide variety of alloys and in galvanizing iron; it occurs naturally as zinc sulphide in zinc blende
make easier be of use increase the likelihood of (a response)
adjust for make amends for; pay compensation for make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities make reparations or amends for do or give something to somebody in return make payment to; compensate receiving or eligible for compensation
of or relating to or resulting from an abnormal accumulation of protein and electrolyte rich fluid in the peritoneal cavity
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German raconteur who told preposterous stories about his adventures as a soldier and hunter; his name is now associated with any telling of exaggerated stories or winning lies (1720-1797)
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the process of forming semisolid lumps in a liquid change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state cause to change from a liquid to a solid or thickened state turn into curds coalesce or unite in a mass
a conjugated protein having a carbohydrate component
a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage a theatrical performance of a drama a preset plan of action in team sports a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill a state in which action is feasible utilization or exercise an attempt to get something activity by children that is guided more by imagination than by fixed rules (in games or plays or other performances) the time during which play proceeds the removal of constraints a weak and tremulous light verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) movement or space for movement gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession the act of playing for stakes in the hope of winning (including the payment of a price for a chance to win a prize) the act using a sword (or other weapon) vigorously and skillfully participate in games or sport act or have an effect in a specified way or with a specific effect or outcome play on an instrument play a role or part be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children replay (as a melody) perform music on (a musical instrument) pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind move or seem to move quickly, lightly, or irregularly bet or wager (money) engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion pretend to be somebody in the framework of a game or playful activity emit recorded sound perform on a certain location put (a card or piece) into play during a game, or act strategically as if in a card game engage in an activity as if it were a game rather than take it seriously behave in a certain way cause to emit recorded audio or video manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination use to one's advantage consider not very seriously be received or accepted or interpreted in a specific way behave carelessly or indifferently cause to move or operate freely within a bounded space perform on a stage or theater be performed or presented for public viewing cause to happen or to occur as a consequence discharge or direct or be discharged or directed as if in a continuous stream make bets stake on the outcome of an issue shoot or hit in a particular manner use or move employ in a game or in a specific position contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle exhaust by allowing to pull on the line
German physiologist and histologist who in 1838 and 1839 identified the cell as the basic structure of plant and animal tissue (1810-1882)
engage in the commercial promotion, sale, or distribution of buy household supplies deal in a market make commercial
make worse exasperate or irritate
any small compartment (biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form colonies or tissues as in higher plants and animals a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver small room in which a monk or nun lives a room where a prisoner is kept
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic call to mind called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation
the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation the testing of an idea a venture at something new or different to conduct a test or investigation try something new, as in order to gain experience
a volatile substance; a substance that changes readily from solid or liquid to a vapor evaporating readily at normal temperatures and pressures liable to lead to sudden change or violence marked by erratic changeableness in affections or attachments tending to vary often or widely
(chemistry) a colloid in which both phases are liquids a light-sensitive coating on paper or film; consists of fine grains of silver bromide suspended in a gelatin
easing the severity of a pain or a disease without removing the cause to act in such a way as to cause an offense to seem less serious
the exercise of self constraint in sexual matters voluntary control over urinary and fecal discharge
(American football) a successful forward pass in football a concluding action
the concentration of attention or energy on something maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea a central point or locus of an infection in an organism special emphasis attached to something a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges a fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie"
the branch of medicine concerned with the treatment of infants and children
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standing posture a rationalized mental attitude
a commercially sponsored ad on radio or television connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises of or relating to commercialism of the kind or quality used in commerce; average or inferior
of or relating to histology
a group of followers or enthusiasts the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to about to be mentioned or specified immediately following in time or order going or proceeding or coming after in the same direction in the desired direction
direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie" being in focus or brought into focus (of light rays) converging on a point of an optical system (e.g. eye or opera glasses) adjusted to produce a clear image
(astronomy) an indistinct surface feature of Mars once thought to be a system of channels; they are now believed to be an optical illusion a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance long and narrow strip of water made for boats or for irrigation provide (a city) with a canal
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abnormal state of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and fluid retention and albuminuria; can lead to eclampsia if untreated
a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy change the nature, purpose, or function of something change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category cause to adopt a new or different faith score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone complete successfully score (a spare) make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something exchange a penalty for a less severe one change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change
a dialect of Middle English that developed into Scottish Lallans in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line situated in or oriented toward the north coming from the north; used especially of wind situated in or coming from regions of the north
a wound resulting from biting by an animal or a person a small amount of solid food; a mouthful a painful wound caused by the thrust of an insect's stinger into skin a light informal meal (angling) an instance of a fish taking the bait wit having a sharp and caustic quality a strong odor or taste property the act of gripping or chewing off with the teeth and jaws a portion removed from the whole to grip, cut off, or tear with or as if with the teeth or jaws cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort penetrate or cut, as with a knife deliver a sting to
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in a preferential manner
commodities offered for sale an artifact that has been created by someone or some process a quantity obtained by multiplication a chemical substance formed as a result of a chemical reaction a consequence of someone's efforts or of a particular set of circumstances the set of elements common to two or more sets
constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup)
protease produced in the kidney that converts plasminogen to plasmin and so initiates fibrinolysis
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(genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
the act of stabilizing something or making it more stable the act of making something (as a vessel or aircraft) less likely to overturn
(computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience the manner of speaking to another individual a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location the stance assumed by a golfer in preparation for hitting a golf ball social skill speak to give a speech to put an address on (an envelope) direct a question at someone address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name access or locate by address act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression speak to someone adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting
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the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury a cause of pain or injury or loss a dangerous place
be successful; achieve a goal be in charge of, act on, or dispose of come to terms with watch and direct achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods carry on or function handle effectively
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speak to give a speech to put an address on (an envelope) direct a question at someone address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name access or locate by address act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression speak to someone adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting (of mail) marked with a destination
a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter mental ability a witty amusing person who makes jokes
a sheet or band of tough fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages or supporting muscles or organs any connection or unifying bond
deviation from the normal or common order or form or rule a person who is unusual (astronomy) position of a planet as defined by its angular distance from its perihelion (as observed from the sun)
a bronchodilator (trade names Ventolin or Proventil) used for asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects are tachycardia and shakiness
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and four being ten more than thirty
any object that is left unused or still extant the dead body of a human being stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind
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the quality of being able to meet a need satisfactorily: "he questioned the adequacy of the usual sentimental interpretation of the Golden Rule" the quality of being sufficient for the end in view
equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other) television equipment consisting of a lens system that focuses an image on a photosensitive mosaic that is scanned by an electron beam
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government (United States) the largest administrative district within a state
a conveyance that transports people or objects a medium for the expression or achievement of something any substance that facilitates the use of a drug or pigment or other material that is mixed with it any inanimate object (as a towel or money or clothing or dishes or books or toys etc.) that can transmit infectious agents from one person to another
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved easy and not involved or complicated apart from anything else; without additions or modifications exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity lacking mental capacity and subtlety (botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions unornamented
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manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of
make optimal; get the most out of; use best modify to achieve maximum efficiency in storage capacity or time or cost act as an optimist and take a sunny view of the world
with official authorization in a formal manner
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action set in motion, cause to start leave have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense bring into being get off the ground move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm get going or set in motion begin or set in motion begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job play in the starting lineup have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object bulge outward
enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of
an oral drug (trade name Mevacor) to reduce blood cholesterol levels; used when dietary changes have proved inadequate
make unable to perform a certain action injure permanently that cripples or disables or incapacitates depriving of legal right; rendering legally disqualified
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point an unofficial association of people or groups something approximating the shape of a circle movement once around a course a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island street names for flunitrazepan a curved section or tier of seats in a hall or theater or opera house; usually the first tier above the orchestra any circular or rotating mechanism travel around something move in circles form a circle around
United States electrical engineer who made numerous automotive improvements (including the electric starter) (1876-1958)
being ten more than one hundred forty
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a long racket with a triangular frame; used in playing lacrosse a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece a marking that consists of lines that cross each other a representation of the structure on which Jesus was crucified; used as an emblem of Christianity or in heraldry any affliction that causes great suffering (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or animals of different varieties or breeds or species (genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties
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amount to or come to an average, without loss or gain achieve or reach on average compute the average of
the state of the economy declines; a widespread decline in the GDP and employment and trade lasting from six months to a year a small concavity the withdrawal of the clergy and choir from the chancel to the vestry at the end of a church service the act of ceding back the act of becoming more distant
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travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties placed crosswise (of a check) marked for deposit only as indicated by having two lines drawn across it
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a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact being precisely fitting and right
a substance that retards or stops an activity
a consonant articulated in the back of the mouth or throat of or relating to the throat
power to direct or determine a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment the activity of managing or exerting control over something the state that exists when one person or group has power over another discipline in personal and social activities great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. exercise authoritative control or power over lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits handle and cause to function control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard verify by using a duplicate register for comparison be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
either of two large muscles of the chest
of or relating to corpuscles
someone whose business is to supply a particular service or commodity someone who provides the means for subsistence
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the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you cause to move by pulling direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes move into a certain direction apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion perform an act, usually with a negative connotation bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover steer into a certain direction strain abnormally cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense operate when rowing a boat rein in to keep from winning a race tear or be torn violently hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing strip of feathers remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for take away
record in detail support or supply with references
try to get or reach try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of make an effort or attempt go to or towards inquire for that is looked for being searched for
any of the carbohydrates that yield only a few monosaccharide molecules on complete hydrolysis
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech the sound made by the vibration of vocal folds modified by the resonance of the vocal tract a sound suggestive of a vocal utterance expressing in coherent verbal form a means or agency by which something is expressed or communicated something suggestive of speech in being a medium of expression (metonymy) a singer an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose the ability to speak (linguistics) the grammatical relation (active or passive) of the grammatical subject of a verb to the action that the verb denotes the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music give voice to utter with vibrating vocal chords
the place where two or more things come together the state of being joined together the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made something that joins or connects an act of joining or adjoining things
a quantity that is added the advantageous quality of being beneficial the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input the amount by which the revenue of a business exceeds its cost of operating obtain win something through one's efforts derive a benefit from reach a destination, either real or abstract obtain advantages, such as points, etc. rise in rate or price increase or develop earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages increase (one's body weight)
of or relating to anaplasia
a senior clergyman and dignitary any placental mammal of the order Primates; has good eyesight and flexible hands and feet
having a defect markedly subnormal in structure or function or intelligence or behavior not working properly
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the ordering of genes in a haploid set of chromosomes of a particular organism; the full DNA sequence of an organism
the thing arranged or agreed to an orderly grouping (of things or persons) considered as a unit; the result of arranging an organized structure for arranging or classifying the spatial property of the way in which something is placed a piece of music that has been adapted for performance by a particular set of voices or instruments the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music
discover the location of; determine the place of; find by searching or examining determine or indicate the place, site, or limits of, as if by an instrument or by a survey assign a location to take up residence and become established situated in a particular spot or position
digitalis preparation (trade name Lanoxin) used to treat congestive heart failure or cardiac arrhythmia; helps the heart beat more forcefully
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being five more than one hundred fifty
a very slender natural or synthetic fiber the stalk of a stamen a threadlike structure (as a chainlike series of cells) a thin wire (usually tungsten) that is heated white hot by the passage of an electric current
an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution having a circular shape describing a circle; moving in a circle
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any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner rectifier that extracts modulation from a radio carrier wave electronic equipment that detects the presence of radio signals or radioactivity
an anticonvulsant drug (trade name Dilantin) used to treat epilepsy and that is not a sedative
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of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement
one of several broad spectrum antibiotic substances obtained from fungi and related to penicillin (trade names Mefoxin); addition of side chains has produced semisynthetic antibiotics with greater antibacterial activity
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disposed or willing to comply readily reacting to suggestions and influences open to being acted upon in a certain way liable to answer to a higher authority
push for something speak, plead, or argue in favor of
any distinct time period in a sequence of events (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary a particular point in the time of a cycle; measured from some arbitrary zero and expressed as an angle (astronomy) the particular appearance of a body's state of illumination (especially one of the recurring shapes of the part of Earth's moon that is illuminated by the sun) arrange in phases or stages adjust so as to be in a synchronized condition
an agent or device intended to prevent conception
the state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions the act of expanding an aperture
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a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
of or relating to or involving the stomach and esophagus
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process in which phagocytes engulf and digest microorganisms and cellular debris; an important defense against infection
curved in two directions (like the letter S) of or relating to the sigmoid flexure in the large intestine
surgical removal of one or both Fallopian tubes
abnormally rapid heartbeat (over 100 beats per minute)
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make easier be of use increase the likelihood of (a response)
any enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of collagen and gelatin
the male reproductive cell; the male gamete
medicine that prevents or retards the clotting of blood
an animal order including lemurs and tarsiers and monkeys and apes and human beings a senior clergyman and dignitary any placental mammal of the order Primates; has good eyesight and flexible hands and feet
a substance formed during a chemical process before the desired product is obtained act between parties with a view to reconciling differences
have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of
the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of the mother
make reference to make mention of commend
change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy change the nature, purpose, or function of something change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category cause to adopt a new or different faith score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone complete successfully score (a spare) make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something exchange a penalty for a less severe one change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change
make easier be of use increase the likelihood of (a response)
caramelized sugar cooled in thin sheets having little elasticity; hence easily cracked or fractured or snapped lacking warmth and generosity of spirit (of metal or glass) not annealed and consequently easily cracked or fractured
material produced by or used in a reaction involving changes in atoms or molecules relating to or used in chemistry of or made from or using substances produced by or used in reactions involving atomic or molecular changes
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being on the outside or further from a center located outside being on or toward the outside of the body not allowed to continue to bat or run being out or having grown cold not worth considering as a possibility out of power; especially having been unsuccessful in an election excluded from use or mention directed outward or serving to direct something outward no longer fashionable outside or external outer or outlying knocked unconscious by a heavy blow
the state of being excluded the state of being excommunicated a deliberate act of omission the act of forcing out someone or something
of writing or narration; divided into or composed of episodes occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals limited in duration to a single episode
the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or action denoted by the verb not eternal of or relating to or limited by time of or relating to the temples (the sides of the skull behind the orbit) characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world of this earth or world
any agent that causes stress to an organism
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a lack of balance or state of disequilibrium (mathematics) a lack of symmetry
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free of extraneous elements of any kind without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers (of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black free from discordant qualities concerned with theory and data rather than practice; opposed to applied (used of persons or behaviors) having no faults; sinless in a state of sexual virginity
an adornment worn on the forehead a drapery that covers the front of an altar the face or front of a building belonging to the front part of or relating to the front of an advancing mass of air meeting front to front of or adjacent to the forehead or frontal bone
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equip with instruments for measuring, recording, or controlling write an instrumental score for address a legal document to
an arithmetic operation in which the difference between two numbers is calculated the act of subtracting (removing a part from the whole)
(with `in') guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child the force of workers available the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb a hired laborer on a farm or ranch something written by hand ability a position given by its location to the side of an object the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time one of two sides of an issue a rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece a unit of length equal to 4 inches; used in measuring horses a member of the crew of a ship a card player in a game of bridge a round of applause to signify approval terminal part of the forelimb in certain vertebrates (e.g. apes or kangaroos) physical assistance place into the hands or custody of guide or conduct or usher somewhere
the side that is forward or prominent the line along which opposing armies face each other the outward appearance of a person the side that is seen or that goes first a person used as a cover for some questionable activity a sphere of activity involving effort (meteorology) the atmospheric phenomenon created at the boundary between two different air masses the immediate proximity of someone or something the part of something that is nearest to the normal viewer a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to confront bodily relating to or located in the front
record in detail support or supply with references furnished with or supported by documents established as genuine
surgical removal of something without cutting into it
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inflammation of the myocardium (the muscular tissue of the heart)
the body of faculty and students at a university establishment where a seat of higher learning is housed, including administrative and living quarters as well as facilities for research and teaching a large and diverse institution of higher learning created to educate for life and for a profession and to grant degrees
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a small flat rectangular piece of glass on which specimens can be mounted for microscopic study (geology) the descent of a large mass of earth or rocks or snow etc. (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale plaything consisting of a sloping chute down which children can slide the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it a transparency mounted in a frame; viewed with a slide projector sloping channel through which things can descend move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly move smoothly along a surface
the property of relative size or extent (whether large or small) a number assigned to the ratio of two quantities; two quantities are of the same order of magnitude if one is less than 10 times as large as the other; the number of magnitudes that the quantities differ is specified to within a power of 10 relative importance
how something is done or how it happens a particular functioning condition or arrangement a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker any of various fixed orders of the various diatonic notes within an octave the most frequent value of a random variable
the anterior portion of the brain; the part of the brain that develops from the anterior part of the neural tube
traveling across a shallow area in a stream that can be forded a point where two lines (paths or arcs etc.) intersect a junction where one street or road crosses another a path (often marked) where something (as a street or railroad) can be crossed to get from one side to the other (genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids a voyage across a body of water (usually across the Atlantic Ocean) travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties
the case indicating the agent in passive sentences or the instrument or manner or place of the action described by the verb relating to the ablative case tending to ablate; i.e. to be removed or vaporized at very high temperature
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be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance be valid, applicable, or true continue to exist prove superior use persuasion successfully most frequent or common
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a feeling of affection for a person or an institution a supplementary part or accessory a writ authorizing the seizure of property that may be needed for the payment of a judgment in a judicial proceeding a connection that fastens things together faithful support for a cause or political party or religion the act of attaching or affixing something the act of fastening things together
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the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on an object with a spherical shape a sphere on which a map (especially of the earth) is represented
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make an inversion (in a musical composition) reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of turn inside out or upside down being in such a position that top and bottom are reversed (of a plant ovule) completely inverted; turned back 180 degrees on its stalk
form or compose create and charge with a task or function to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" set up or lay the groundwork for
capable of being saved from ruin
being five more than one hundred forty
a collection containing a variety of sorts of things noticeable heterogeneity (biology) a taxonomic category consisting of members of a species that differ from others of the same species in minor but heritable characteristics a show consisting of a series of short unrelated performances a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality a difference that is usually pleasant
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any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a statute in draft before it becomes law the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats measuring instrument having a sequence of marks at regular intervals; used as a reference in making measurements a container of some standard capacity that is used to obtain fixed amounts of a substance determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of express as a number or measure or quantity have certain dimensions evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
act as a barrier between; stand between force, take, or pull apart mark as different separate into parts or portions divide into components or constituents arrange or order by classes or categories make a division or separation discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart become separated into pieces or fragments treat differently on the basis of sex or race come apart divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork
the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary an amount beyond the minimum necessary the amount of collateral a customer deposits with a broker when borrowing from the broker to buy securities (finance) the net sales minus the cost of goods and services sold the blank space that surrounds the text on a page a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex or synthesized; administered as drugs they reduce swelling and decrease the body's immune response
a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant a television production that features a particular person or work or topic unique or specific to a person or thing or category for a special service or occasion surpassing what is common or usual or expected adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose having a specific function or scope first and most important added to a regular schedule
myositis characterized by weakness of limb and neck muscles and much muscle pain and swelling accompanied by skin rash affecting cheeks and eyelids and neck and chest and limbs; progression and severity vary among individuals
designating or involving an equation whose terms are not of the first degree
having lost teeth
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make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to
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(sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain a light touch a light touch with the hands (golf) the unit of scoring in golf is the act of hitting the ball with a club the oarsman nearest the stern of the shell who sets the pace for the rest of the crew anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information a mark made on a surface by a pen, pencil, or paintbrush any one of the repeated movements of the limbs and body used for locomotion in swimming or rowing a single complete movement touch lightly and repeatedly, as with brushing motions strike a ball with a smooth blow row at a particular rate treat gingerly or carefully
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save from ruin, destruction, or harm collect discarded or refused material
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something a justification for something existing or happening a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end any entity that produces an effect or is responsible for events or results a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner
a graphical recording of the cardiac cycle produced by an electrocardiograph
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(telecommunication) a coding system that incorporates extra parity bits in order to detect errors
bring to an end or halt have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical be the end of; be the last or concluding part of terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position having come or been brought to a conclusion (of e.g. a contract or term of office) having come to an end
show a response or a reaction to something act against or in opposition to undergo a chemical reaction; react with another substance under certain conditions
something (as a course of action) that is recommended as advisable something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission
(geometry) a straight line connecting any two vertices of a polygon that are not adjacent a line or cut across a fabric that is not at right angles to a side of the fabric an oblique line of squares of the same color on a checkerboard (mathematics) a set of entries in a square matrix running diagonally either from the upper left to lower right entry or running from the upper right to lower left entry a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information connecting two nonadjacent corners of a plane figure or any two corners of a solid that are not in the same face having an oblique or slanted direction
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the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.) be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc. take charge of or deal with to accompany as a circumstance or follow as a result work for or be a servant to give heed (to)
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly') so as to be complete; with everything necessary
an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its members
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a long narrow natural elevation or striation any long raised strip a long narrow natural elevation on the floor of the ocean a long narrow range of hills any long raised border or margin of a bone or tooth or membrane a beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters extend in ridges plough alternate strips by throwing the furrow onto an unploughed strip throw soil toward (a crop row) from both sides spade into alternate ridges and troughs form into a ridge
(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait) the act of assuming or maintaining a seated position a meeting of spiritualists a session as of a legislature or court be seated be around, often idly or without specific purpose take a seat be in session assume a posture as for artistic purposes sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions be located or situated somewhere work or act as a baby-sitter; I have too much homework to do" show to a seat; assign a seat for serve in a specific professional capacity (of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks not moving and therefore easy to attack
the quality of moving or acting in spasms
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take up or begin anew return to a previous location or condition assume anew give a summary (of)
cover completely or make imperceptible get rid of as if by submerging die from being submerged in water, getting water into the lungs, and asphyxiating kill by submerging in water be covered with or submerged in a liquid
a narrow band of elastic rubber used to hold things (such as papers) together a fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy able to adjust readily to different conditions
the pure mathematics of points and lines and curves and surfaces
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study shape or influence; give direction to fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely reach, make, or come to a decision about something fix in scope; fix the boundaries of settle conclusively; come to terms find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort having the power or quality of deciding
an established line of travel or access an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation send documents or materials to appropriate destinations send via a specific route divert in a specified direction
decrease in size, extent, or range lessen the authority, dignity, or reputation of impaired by diminution (of an organ or body part) diminished in size or strength as a result of disease or injury or lack of use (of musical intervals) reduction by a semitone of any perfect or minor musical interval made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth)
a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present an arithmetic operation that is the inverse of division; the product of two numbers is computed an instance or single occasion for some event a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities) a suitable moment the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past a person's experience on a particular occasion a reading of a point in time as given by a clock the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time
a person or thing having the same function or characteristics as another a duplicate copy
fill with high spirits; fill with optimism make drunk (with alcoholic drinks) have an intoxicating effect on, of a drug stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol) as if under the influence of alcohol
a weapon that is forcibly thrown or projected at a targets but is not self-propelled any vehicle self-propelled by a rocket engine impelling or impelled forward
measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time regularly spaced in time
appropriate conduct; doing the right thing the quality of being specially suitable
fastener that fastens together two ends of a belt or strap; often has loose prong a shape distorted by twisting or folding fasten with a buckle or buckles fold or collapse bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
of or concerned with or related to the future
United States anatomist who identified four pituitary hormones and discovered vitamin E (1882-1971) British archaeologist who excavated the palace of Knossos in Crete to find what he called Minoan civilization (1851-1941)
have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill have ownership or possession of enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas
having great power or force or potency or effect strong enough to knock down or overwhelm having great influence (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful displaying superhuman strength or power (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree
a kind of pharmaceutical that can break up clots blocking the flow of blood to the heart muscle
any bone of the hand between the wrist and fingers of or relating to the metacarpus
the specified day of the month a participant in a date a meeting arranged in advance a particular but unspecified point in time the present the particular day, month, or year (usually according to the Gregorian calendar) that an event occurred a particular day specified as the time something happens sweet edible fruit of the date palm with a single long woody seed go on a date with stamp with a date assign a date to; determine the (probable) date of date regularly; have a steady relationship with provide with a dateline; mark with a date
a crystalline amino acid that occurs in many proteins
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the products of human creativity; works of art collectively the creation of beautiful or significant things a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication
high status importance owing to marked superiority a protuberance on a bone especially for attachment of a muscle or ligament
indicating exactness or preciseness in a precise manner just as it should be
an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone a degree or grade of excellence or worth a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) high social status of superior grade of high social status
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less than acute; relating to a disease present in a person with no symptoms of it
the act of managing something those in charge of running a business
someone who practices a learned profession
massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws an investor with a pessimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to fall and so sells now in order to buy later at a lower price have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with
a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn an item of factual information derived from measurement or research
existing for a long time capable of withstanding wear and tear and decay very long lasting
admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding; having only one meaning or interpretation and leading to only one conclusion clearly defined or formulated
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choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans take up and practice as one's own take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take into one's family put into dramatic form take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own acquired as your own by free choice
a benign tumor of connective tissue containing jellylike material
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) an offensive move in a sport or game intense adverse criticism ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of attacking a decisive manner of beginning a musical tone or phrase a sudden occurrence of an uncontrollable condition the onset of a corrosive or destructive process (as by a chemical agent) strong criticism launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with attack in speech or writing take the initiative and go on the offensive attack someone physically or emotionally set to work upon; turn one's energies vigorously to a task begin to injure
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change toward something smaller or lower a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current a downward slope or bend grow worse refuse to accept show unwillingness towards grow smaller go down go down in value inflect for number, gender, case, etc., "in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives"
a gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus
a neurochemical that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse
the final match between the winners of all previous matches in an elimination tournament an examination administered at the end of an academic term occurring at or forming an end or termination conclusive in a process or progression not to be altered or undone
any disease-producing agent (especially a virus or bacterium or other microorganism)
having a tendency (to); often used in combination lying face downward
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abnormally enlarged thyroid gland; can result from underproduction or overproduction of hormone or from a deficiency of iodine in the diet
the distance (measured in the direction of propagation) between two points in the same phase in consecutive cycles of a wave a shared orientation leading to mutual understanding
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a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics) the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of include in a list cause to lean to the side tilt to one side enumerate
of or relating to or located at the base
a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 cm/sec/sec to a mass of 1 gram
the quality of having the properties that are right for a specific purpose
a clear appearance a manifest indication of the existence or presence or nature of some person or thing an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit) expression without words a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature)
used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more) of or relating to the theological doctrine of synergism working together; used especially of groups, as subsidiaries of a corporation, cooperating for an enhanced effect
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overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli charge someone with too many tasks cover completely or make imperceptible overcome by superior force so strong as to be irresistible very intense
the relative incidence of a particular disease an abnormally gloomy or unhealthy state of mind the quality of being unhealthful and generally bad for you
surgical reconstruction or replacement of a malformed or degenerated joint
of or relating to a cuticle or cuticula
of or relating to or resembling flesh
a plane figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle a social group that forms part of the society or the economy a particular aspect of life or activity the minimum track length that can be assigned to store information; unless otherwise specified a sector of data consists of 512 bytes a portion of a military position measuring instrument consisting of two graduated arms hinged at one end
a logarithmic unit of sound intensity equal to 10 decibels Babylonian god of the earth; one of the supreme triad including Anu and Ea; earlier identified with En-lil
take charge of a certain job; occupy a certain work place provide with workers
an encircling or ringlike structure a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers a woman's close-fitting foundation garment cut a girdle around so as to kill by interrupting the circulation of water and nutrients put a girdle on or around
a will to succeed a cherished desire a manner of articulation involving an audible release of breath the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
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a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep a plot of ground in which plants are growing a depression forming the ground under a body of water (geology) a stratum of rock (especially sedimentary rock) a stratum of ore or coal thick enough to be mined with profit single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance the flat surface of a printing press on which the type form is laid in the last stage of producing a newspaper or magazine or book etc. a foundation of earth or rock supporting a road or railroad track furnish with a bed place (plants) in a prepared bed of soil put to bed have sexual intercourse with prepare for sleep
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electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field a continuous portion of a circle something curved in shape form an arch or curve
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a person whose case has been referred to a specialist or professional group a recommendation to consult the (professional) person or group to whom one has been referred the act of referring (as forwarding an applicant for employment or referring a matter to an appropriate agency)
thyroid hormone that tends to lower the level of calcium in the blood plasma and inhibit resorption of bone
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example (used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person
manner of acting or controlling yourself the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation
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the compass point midway between south and west; at 225 degrees
not made or become different remaining in an original state
one thousandth (10^-3) of a second
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having frequencies above those of audible sound
a condition requiring relief anything that is necessary but lacking the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior a state of extreme poverty or destitution require as useful, just, or proper have need of have or feel a need for
one of the three prairie provinces in central Canada
a line that indicates a boundary the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary the boundary of a surface a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge a strip forming the outer edge of something extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle form the boundary of; be contiguous to enclose in or as if in a frame provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
the act of removing the contents of something make void or empty of contents become empty or void of its content leave behind empty; move out of remove excrete or discharge from the body
an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end the act of providing or using the instruments needed for some implementation the instruments called for in a musical score or arrangement for a band or orchestra the act of arranging a piece of music for an orchestra and assigning parts to the different musical instruments
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a person who is being chased carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in follow in or as if in pursuit go in search of or hunt for carry further or advance followed with enmity as if to harm
(usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something have the skills and qualifications to do things well having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity having a strong healthy body
an area composed of subdivided lots the act of subdividing; division of something previously divided a division of some larger or more complex organization a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) a section of a section; a part of a part; i.e., a part of something already divided
English chemist and physicist who formulated atomic theory and the law of partial pressures; gave the first description of red-green color blindness (1766-1844)
an occurrence of something an item of information that is typical of a class or group clarify by giving an example of
a person related by blood or marriage an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus)
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being of crucial importance
any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner rectifier that extracts modulation from a radio carrier wave electronic equipment that detects the presence of radio signals or radioactivity
derogatory term for a variation that is not genuine; something irregular or inferior or of dubious origin an inferior dog or one of mixed breed
a corticosteroid hormone that is secreted by the cortex of the adrenal gland; regulates salt (sodium and potassium) and water balance
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a person suffering from asthma
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a native or inhabitant of Africa of or relating to the nations of Africa or their peoples
an officer holding the rank of major or lieutenant colonel or colonel
old fashioned airplane; has two wings one above the other
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imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind view the outline of by means of an X-ray form a mental picture of something that is invisible or abstract make visible
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces make a logical or causal connection be or become joined or united or linked join by means of communication equipment land on or hit solidly join for the purpose of communication be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation establish a rapport or relationship establish communication with someone plug into an outlet hit or play a ball successfully being joined in close association joined or linked together wired together to an alarm system plugged in stored in, controlled by, or in direct communication with a central computer
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belonging to a thing by its very nature situated within or belonging solely to the organ or body part on which it acts
the removal of covering
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the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) the event of giving birth your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally the voluntary transfer of something (title or possession) from one party to another (baseball) the act of throwing a baseball by a pitcher to a batter recovery or preservation from loss or danger the act of delivering a child
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a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual having important effects or influence
a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses a feeling of resentful anger
a transuranic element
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a fibrous scleroprotein that occurs in the outer layer of the skin and in horny tissues such as hair, feathers, nails, and hooves
move something or somebody to a lower position set lower make lower or quieter cause to drop or sink look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval below the surround or below the normal position
an immovable joint (especially between the bones of the skull) a seam used in surgery thread of catgut or silk or wire used by surgeons to stitch tissues together join with a suture
a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium; occurs in several allotropic forms; a stable grey metallike allotrope conducts electricity better in the light than in the dark and is used in photocells; occurs in sulfide ores (as pyrite) the compass point midway between south and east; at 135 degrees
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any process whereby sounds or words are left out of spoken words or phrases (genetics) the loss or absence of one or more nucleotides from a chromosome the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage the act of deleting something written or printed
come out into view, as from concealment come out of become known or apparent come up to the surface of or rise happen or occur as a result of something coming to maturity coming into existence
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an immature red blood cell containing a network of filaments or granules
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia cause to go somewhere to cause or order to be taken, directed, or transmitted to another place cause to be directed or transmitted to another place transport commercially assign to a station transfer cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television caused or enabled to go or be conveyed or transmitted
formed by reaction between an acid and an alcohol with elimination of water
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relating to or secreting synovia
inflammation of the gall bladder
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any substance that produces cancer
the region of the body of a vertebrate between the thorax and the pelvis the cavity containing the major viscera; in mammals it is separated from the thorax by the diaphragm
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a person's partner in marriage an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest a person who is a member of a partnership provide with a partner act as a partner
a protein that is involved in the growth of peripheral nerve cells
use as a basis for; found on situate as a center of operations use (purified cocaine) by burning it and inhaling the fumes having a base having a base of operations (often used as a combining form)
arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity a product of your creative thinking and work a sudden intuition as part of solving a problem (theology) a special influence of a divinity on the minds of human beings arousing to a particular emotion or action the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing
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of or containing nitrogen
a small or medium size container for holding or carrying things an enclosed space (anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican) put into a small bag send by special mail that goes through diplomatic channels swell or protrude outwards
a cellular structure that is postulated to exist in order to mediate between a chemical agent that acts on nervous tissue and the physiological response an organ having nerve endings (in the skin or viscera or eye or ear or nose or mouth) that respond to stimulation
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participating readily in reactions reacting to a stimulus
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installation from which a military force initiates operations lowest support of a structure a place that the runner must touch before scoring the bottom or lowest part (anatomy) the part of an organ nearest its point of attachment a lower limit the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained a support or foundation a phosphoric ester of a nucleoside; the basic structural unit of nucleic acids (DNA or RNA) any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water the bottom side of a geometric figure from which the altitude can be constructed the most important or necessary part of something (numeration system) the positive integer that is equivalent to one in the next higher counting place the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end a terrorist network intensely opposed to the United States that dispenses money and logistical support and training to a wide variety of radical Islamic terrorist groups; has cells in more than 50 countries (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed the stock of basic facilities and capital equipment needed for the functioning of a country or area the principal ingredient of a mixture a flat bottom on which something is intended to sit (electronics) the part of a transistor that separates the emitter from the collector a relation that provides the foundation for something the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained the most important or necessary part of something use as a basis for; found on situate as a center of operations use (purified cocaine) by burning it and inhaling the fumes
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obtain from someone after their death receive from a predecessor receive by genetic transmission occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
to gain with effort reach a point in time, or a certain state or level find unexpectedly reach a destination, either real or abstract achieved or reached
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose engage or hire for work having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary put to use
to gain with effort
an angry disturbance disorderly fighting annoy continually or chronically
someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another sticking fast
the process whereby seeds or spores sprout and begin to grow produce buds, branches, or germinate put forth and grow sprouts or shoots
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a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region the 3rd largest of the Great Lakes; the largest freshwater lake entirely within the United States borders a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a player plays the lowest card of a suit in his hand and successively higher cards are played until the sequence stops; the player who plays a card matching one in the layout wins all the chips on that card
(usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps) a loose protective coverall or smock worn over ordinary clothing for dirty work involving only main features including everything
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excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone resulting in abnormally high levels of calcium in the blood; can affect many systems of the body (especially causing bone resorption and osteoporosis)
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and twelve being ten more than one hundred ten
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not bringing death
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a particular course of action intended to achieve a result a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program a mode of conducting legal and parliamentary proceedings
a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black clothing that is a grey color any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are grey horse of a light gray or whitish color the SI unit of energy absorbed from ionizing radiation; equal to the absorption of one joule of radiation energy by one kilogram of matter; one gray equals 100 rad English radiobiologist in whose honor the gray (the SI unit of energy for the absorbed dose of radiation) was named (1905-1965) English poet best known for his elegy written in a country churchyard (1716-1771) American navigator who twice circumnavigated the globe and who discovered the Columbia River (1755-1806) United States botanist who specialized in North American flora and who was an early supporter of Darwin's theories of evolution (1810-1888) make grey turn grey of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black showing characteristics of age, especially having grey or white hair used to signify the Confederate forces in the American Civil War (who wore grey uniforms) intermediate in character or position
a particular course of action intended to achieve a result (psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents a writ issued by authority of law; usually compels the defendant's attendance in a civil suit; failure to appear results in a default judgment against the defendant a mental process that you are not directly aware of a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition deal with in a routine way perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against march in a procession shape, form, or improve a material deliver a warrant or summons to someone
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a point located with respect to surface features of some region any area set aside for a particular purpose an abstract mental location a general vicinity the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another a particular situation where you live at a particular time a job in an organization the particular portion of space occupied by something proper or designated social situation a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) the passage that is being read proper or appropriate position or location a public square with room for pedestrians an item on a list or in a sequence a blank area put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch
leaves of the tobacco plant dried and prepared for smoking or ingestion aromatic annual or perennial herbs and shrubs
to an unacceptable degree
any abnormal position of the organs of the body an event in which one thing is substituted for another (genetics) a kind of mutation in which a chromosomal segment is transfered to a new position on the same or another chromosome (mathematics) the transfer of a quantity from one side of an equation to the other along with a change of sign (electricity) a rearrangement of the relative positions of power lines in order to minimize the effects of mutual capacitance and inductance the act of reversing the order or place of (music) playing in a different key from the key intended; moving the pitch of a piece of music upwards or downwards
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a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems the entire geographical area drained by a river and its tributaries; an area characterized by all runoff being conveyed to the same outlet an event marking a unique or important historical change of course or one on which important developments depend
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subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition deal with in a routine way perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against march in a procession shape, form, or improve a material deliver a warrant or summons to someone subjected to a special process or treatment freed from impurities by processing prepared or converted from a natural state by subjecting to a special process
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include or contain; have as a component contain or hold; have within lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits be divisible by be capable of holding or containing hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
a syndrome characterized by edema and large amounts of protein in the urine and usually increased blood cholesterol; usually associated with glomerulonephritis or with a complication of various systemic diseases a disease affecting the kidneys
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make a mathematical calculation or computation
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all of the living human inhabitants of the earth any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage
come together or open into each other cause to join or open into each other by anastomosis
(pregnancy) the mucous membrane that lines the uterus; thickens under hormonal control and (if pregnancy does not occur) is shed in menstruation; if pregnancy occurs it is shed along with the placenta at parturition
a person suffering from indigestion suffering from dyspepsia irritable as if suffering from indigestion
make stronger strengthen and support with rewards
a machine for performing calculations automatically an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines)
the quality of being of practical use
direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. perform as expected when applied handle and cause to function perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense happen keep engaged perform surgery on
a natural or surgical joining of parts or branches of tubular structures so as to make or become continuous come together or open into each other cause to join or open into each other by anastomosis
the transmission of heat or electricity or sound
situated beneath the clavicle
gather, as of natural products remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation
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have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined have care of or look after manage or run
any of a large class of siloxanes that are unusually stable over a wide range of temperatures; used in lubricants and adhesives and coatings and synthetic rubber and electrical insulation
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation the way something is with respect to its main attributes the group of people comprising the government of a sovereign state a politically organized body of people under a single government (chemistry) the three traditional states of matter are solids (fixed shape and volume) and liquids (fixed volume and shaped by the container) and gases (filling the container) a state of depression or agitation the territory occupied by a nation the federal department in the United States that sets and maintains foreign policies express in words put before indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
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in an accurate manner
(statistics) any of three points that divide an ordered distribution into four parts each containing one quarter of the scores
the time period between the beginning of puberty and adulthood in the state that someone is in between puberty and adulthood
not either; not one or the other
either of two bean-shaped excretory organs that filter wastes (especially urea) from the blood and excrete them and water in urine
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bone linking the scapula and sternum
a vascular tumor of the adrenal gland; hypersecretion of epinephrine results in intermittent or sustained hypertension
able to be compared or worthy of comparison conforming in every respect
the underside of footwear or a golf club lean flesh of any of several flatfish the underside of the foot right-eyed flatfish; many are valued as food; most common in warm seas especially European put a new sole on not divided or shared with others being the only one; single and isolated from others
centrifugation at very high speeds
form or compose create and charge with a task or function to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" set up or lay the groundwork for brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established
the quality of being important and worthy of note a prominent status
(of exocrine glands) producing a clear aqueous secretion without releasing part of the secreting cell; important in regulating body temperature
come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force
the ratio of the output to the input of any system skillfulness in avoiding wasted time and effort
a yellow phospholipid essential for the metabolism of fats; found in egg yolk and in many plant and animal cells; used commercially as an emulsifier
metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated something crucial for explaining pitch of the voice any of 24 major or minor diatonic scales that provide the tonal framework for a piece of music a kilogram of a narcotic drug a winged often one-seed indehiscent fruit as of the ash or elm or maple United States lawyer and poet who wrote a poem after witnessing the British attack on Baltimore during the War of 1812; the poem was later set to music and entitled `The Star-Spangled Banner' (1779-1843) a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida (basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court a list of answers to a test a list of words or phrases that explain symbols or abbreviations a generic term for any device whose possession entitles the holder to a means of access mechanical device used to wind another device that is driven by a spring (as a clock) the central building block at the top of an arch or vault a lever (as in a keyboard) that actuates a mechanism when depressed identify as in botany or biology, for example provide with a key vandalize a car by scratching the sides with a key regulate the musical pitch of harmonize with or adjust to serving as an essential component
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out of proportion to a disproportionate degree
a specialist in gynecology
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved a question raised for consideration or solution a source of difficulty
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a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance an explanation that results from interpreting something an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious
the greatest possible degree of something final or latest limiting point as far as something can go the boundary of a specific area the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" decide upon or fix definitely
not converted into ions not ionic
the particular occupation for which you are trained the general progression of your working or professional life move headlong at high speed
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the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward) a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view the act of making something publicly available; presenting news or other information by broadcasting or printing it the act of presenting a proposal a visual representation of something formally making a person known to another or to the public (obstetrics) position of the fetus in the uterus relative to the birth canal
(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence (psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress a special variety of domesticated animals within a species (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups injury to a muscle (often caused by overuse); results in swelling and pain the general meaning or substance of an utterance an effortful attempt to attain a goal an intense or violent exertion the act of singing to exert much effort or energy test the limits of use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious become stretched or tense or taut remove by passing through a filter rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender alter the shape of (something) by stress
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of allow to enter; grant entry to allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of admit into a group or community afford possibility give access or entrance to have room for; hold without crowding serve as a means of entrance
a clear appearance a manifest indication of the existence or presence or nature of some person or thing an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit) expression without words a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature)
the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
extend in one or more directions become larger in size or volume or quantity make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity grow vigorously exaggerate or make bigger add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing expand the influence of
not producing or resulting from poison safe to eat
a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) the respect with which a person is held an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody
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of or related to or having the properties of a neoplasm
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the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause
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a loose-fitting protective garment that is worn over other clothing
(American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace the state of being in operation the act of administering or being in charge of something the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time flee; take to one's heels; cut and run stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. have a particular form move along, of liquids perform as expected when applied change or be different within limits run, stand, or compete for an office or a position cause to emit recorded audio or video move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be operating, running or functioning change from one state to another cause to perform be affected by; be subjected to continue to exist occur persistently carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine include as the content; broadcast or publicize carry out pass over, across, or through cause something to pass or lead somewhere make without a miss deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor cause an animal to move fast be diffused sail before the wind cover by running; run a certain distance extend or continue for a certain period of time set animals loose to graze keep company run with the ball; in such sports as football travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means travel a route regularly pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) compete in a race progress by being changed reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating come unraveled or undone as if by snagging become undone (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream continually repeated over a period of time of advancing the ball by running executed or initiated by running measured lengthwise (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
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make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
make as big or large as possible make the most of
of or relating to the corpus luteum
of or relating to cartilage difficult to chew
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a drug that relaxes and relieves tension
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a component that is added to something to improve it the act of adding one thing to another a quantity that is added something added to what you already have a suburban area laid out in streets and lots for a future residential area the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers
unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice the cognitive process whereby two or more stimuli are distinguished
able to cause disease caused by infection or capable of causing infection
a fractional monetary unit of several countries a coin worth one-hundredth of the value of the basic unit
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short-tailed monkey of rocky regions of Asia and Africa
something considered choice to eat an occurrence that causes special pleasure or delight interact in a certain way subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition provide treatment for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression provide with a gift or entertainment provide with choice or abundant food or drink engage in negotiations in order to reach an agreement regard or consider in a specific way
having eight units or components
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an idea that is suggested a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection a just detectable amount persuasion formulated as a suggestion the sequential mental process in which one thought leads to another by association the act of inducing hypnosis
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noticeable heterogeneity the condition or result of being changeable
an exhibition of a representative selection of an artist's life work concerned with or related to the past
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur provide the needed stimulus for annoy continually or chronically
release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available emotionally purging (of e.g. art)
a bitter tasting amino acid found in proteins and necessary for nutrition; its absence from the diet leads to a reduced production of spermatozoa
a B vitamin that prevents beriberi; maintains appetite and growth
the process of flowing out
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the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate the property of being diffused or dispersed the act of dispersing or diffusing something
termination of pregnancy failure of a plan
a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something temporary cessation or suspension an interruption in the intensity or amount of something a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)
relating to or characterized by granulomas
the act of smoking tobacco or other substances a hot vapor containing fine particles of carbon being produced by combustion inhale and exhale smoke from cigarettes, cigars, pipes emit a cloud of fine particles emitting smoke in great volume
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an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story a printed and bound book that is an extended work of fiction original and of a kind not seen before pleasantly new or different
a person's brother or sister
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(of group) in a synergistic or cooperative manner (of drugs or muscles) in a synergistic or interactive manner
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the act of discontinuing or breaking off; an interruption (temporary or permanent)
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consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
someone who administers a test to determine your qualifications an investigator who observes carefully
someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there a physician (especially an intern) who lives in a hospital and cares for hospitalized patients under the supervision of the medical staff of the hospital living in a particular place used of animals that do not migrate
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a cell that is specialized to conduct nerve impulses
a thin layer covering something a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) a heavy fabric suitable for coats the work of applying something;  put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface cover or provide with a coat form a coat over
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object the outermost level of the land or sea a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something information that has become public a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight come to the surface put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface appear or become visible; make a showing on the surface
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consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
a usually malignant tumor arising from connective tissue (bone or muscle etc.); one of the four major types of cancer
young sheep English essayist (1775-1834) a person easily deceived or cheated (especially in financial matters) a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) the flesh of a young domestic sheep eaten as food give birth to a lamb
an antibody acting against tissues of the organism that produces it
a surgical operation that creates an opening from the colon to the surface of the body to function as an anus
the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property a process whereby a star or planet holds an object in its gravitational field any process in which an atomic or nuclear system acquires an additional particle the act of taking of a person by force the removal of an opponent's piece from the chess board succeed in representing or expressing something intangible attract; cause to be enamored succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit take possession of by force, as after an invasion capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping
by that means or because of that
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relating to or located near the parotid gland
large tough nonrigid bag filled with gas or heated air small thin inflatable rubber bag with narrow neck ride in a hot-air balloon become inflated
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loss of bodily sensation with or without loss of consciousness
(medicine) a reason that makes it inadvisable to prescribe a particular drug or employ a particular procedure or treatment
the local environment something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact a portion of a natural object that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation the extended spatial location of something the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music the part played by a person in bringing about a result go one's own way; move apart discontinue an association or relation; go different ways leave come apart force, take, or pull apart
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an organization to gain political power a group of people gathered together for pleasure a band of people associated temporarily in some activity an occasion on which people can assemble for social interaction and entertainment a person involved in legal proceedings have or participate in a party
persistent watery mucus discharge from the nose (as in the common cold)
someone who practices a learned profession
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing the event of coming into sight formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action a mental representation the act of appearing in public view pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon an outward appearance an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived) the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work (of a law) having legal validity a symptom caused by an illness or a drug produce act so as to bring into existence
a proteolytic enzyme secreted by the kidneys; catalyzes the formation of angiotensin and thus affects blood pressure
inflammation of the iris
many times at short intervals
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the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists an event (or the result of an event) that completely destroys something a final state
(genetics) the genetic variation within a population that natural selection can operate on (chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound (biology) the existence of two or more forms of individuals within the same animal species (independent of sex differences)
the clear liquid that lies above a sediment or precipitate of a liquid; floating on the surface above a sediment or precipitate
European mignonette cultivated as a source of yellow dye; naturalized in North America United States abolitionist (1803-1895) a metal joint formed by softening with heat and fusing or hammering together join together by heating unite closely or intimately
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration the phenomenon of a propagating wave (light or sound) being thrown back from a surface expression without words a likeness in which left and right are reversed the image of something as reflected by a mirror (or other reflective material) (mathematics) a transformation in which the direction of one axis is reversed a remark expressing careful consideration the ability to reflect beams or rays
any pathology of the peripheral nerves
the act of waking cause to become awake or conscious stop sleeping make aware
the formation of atheromas on the walls of the arteries as in atherosclerosis
plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of resembling sculpture
a deep hole or shaft dug or drilled to obtain water or oil or gas or brine a cavity or vessel used to contain liquid an abundant source an open shaft through the floors of a building (as for a stairway) an enclosed compartment in a ship or plane for holding something as e.g. fish or a plane's landing gear or for protecting something as e.g. a ship's pumps come up, as of a liquid in good health especially after having suffered illness or injury; at least I feel well" resulting favorably wise or advantageous and hence advisable (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form indicating high probability; in all likelihood (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree favorably; with approval to a great extent or degree with great or especially intimate knowledge with prudence or propriety with skill or in a pleasing manner in a manner affording benefit or advantage in financial comfort without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor
relating to or based on experiment relying on observation or experiment of the nature of or undergoing an experiment
a business firm whose articles of incorporation have been approved in some state slang for a paunch
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of or relating to neuroglia
match badly; match two objects or people that do not go together either not matched or unsuitably matched (of a contest or contestants) not fairly matched as opponents
of or relating to spheres or resembling a sphere having the shape of a sphere or ball
return to its original or usable and functioning condition return to life; get or give new life or energy give or bring back restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
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a person suffering from spastic paralysis relating to or characterized by spasm suffering from spastic paralysis affected by involuntary jerky muscular contractions; resembling a spasm
exploitation to the point of diminishing returns make use of too often or too extensively
advancing in amount or intensity
being two more than forty
conforming exactly or almost exactly to fact or to a standard or performing with total accuracy (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct
identify incorrectly to make a mistake or be incorrect wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment arising from error
a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact street name for lysergic acid diethylamide treat with an agent; add (an agent) to administer a drug to
the place where something begins, where it springs into being a document (or organization) from which information is obtained anything that provides inspiration for later work a facility where something is available a person who supplies information someone who originates or causes or initiates something (technology) a process by which energy or a substance enters a system anything (a person or animal or plant or substance) in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to get (a product) from another country or business specify the origin of
separated in space or coming from or going to a distance far apart in relevance or relationship or kinship remote in manner separate or apart in time located far away spatially
remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation make pure or free from sin or guilt become clean or pure or free of guilt and sin
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the skillful and effective interaction of movements the regulation of diverse elements into an integrated and harmonious operation the grammatical relation of two constituents having the same grammatical form being of coordinate importance, rank, or degree
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sclerosis of the arterial walls
within the brain
the amount per unit size the spatial property of being crowded together
stimulation that calls up (draws forth) a particular class of behaviors
a large dark low cloud
the phenomenon of sediment or gravel accumulating matter that has been deposited by some natural process the natural process of laying down a deposit of something money deposited in a bank or some similar institution a partial payment made at the time of purchase; the balance to be paid later money given as security for an article acquired for temporary use a payment given as a guarantee that an obligation will be met a facility where things can be deposited for storage or safekeeping the act of putting something somewhere put, fix, force, or implant put into a bank account put (something somewhere) firmly
any salt or ester of benzoic acid
extend in scope or range or area stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point span an interval of distance, space or time make available; provide thrust or extend out reach outward in space offer verbally extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body expand the influence of lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length cause to move at full gallop open or straighten out; unbend use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity prolong the time allowed for payment of continue or extend increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
surgical removal of a kidney
one of several parallel layers of material arranged one on top of another (such as a layer of tissue or cells in an organism or a layer of sedimentary rock) people having the same social, economic, or educational status an abstract place usually conceived as having depth
a writ from a court commanding police to perform specified acts a type of security issued by a corporation (usually together with a bond or preferred stock) that gives the holder the right to purchase a certain amount of common stock at a stated price formal and explicit approval a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of
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clearly defined or formulated of recognized authority or excellence supplying or being a final or conclusive settlement
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) decree or designate beforehand
the act of leaving secretly or without explanation the event of passing out of sight gradually ceasing to be visible ceasing to exist
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort arrange by systematic planning and united effort give by will, especially real property
a state in the western United States; settled in 1847 by Mormons led by Brigham Young
a soft greasy substance occurring in organic tissue and consisting of a mixture of lipids (mostly triglycerides) a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs excess bodily weight make fat or plump
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without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening near or close by bearing an immediate relation
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a particular environment or walk of life territory over which rule or control is exercised (mathematics) the set of values of the independent variable for which a function is defined people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest the content of a particular field of knowledge
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention conspicuous in position or importance
something that is lost gradual decline in amount or activity the act of losing someone or something the disadvantage that results from losing something the experience of losing a loved one the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue military personnel lost by death or capture euphemistic expressions for death
a soft grey malleable metallic element that resembles tin but discolors on exposure to air; it is highly toxic and is used in rodent and insect poisons; occurs in zinc blende and some iron ores
anything indispensable absolutely essential unavoidably determined by prior circumstances
people who are destined to die soon fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense fail to win suffer the loss of a person through death or removal place (something) where one cannot find it again miss from one's possessions; lose sight of allow to go out of sight fail to make money in a business; make a loss or fail to profit fail to get or obtain retreat fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind be set at a disadvantage no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity spiritually or physically doomed or destroyed not gained or won incapable of being recovered or regained not caught with the senses or the mind deeply absorbed in thought perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment unable to function; without help
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is) the property resulting from being one of a series of graduated measurements (as of clothing) any glutinous material used to fill pores in surfaces or to stiffen fabrics the actual state of affairs a large magnitude cover or stiffen or glaze a porous material with size or sizing (a glutinous substance) sort according to size make to a size; bring to a suitable size
in place of, or as an alternative to
cover or stiffen or glaze a porous material with size or sizing (a glutinous substance) sort according to size make to a size; bring to a suitable size having a specified size having the surface treated or coated with sizing
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form into subdivisions divide into smaller and smaller pieces
fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense fail to win suffer the loss of a person through death or removal place (something) where one cannot find it again miss from one's possessions; lose sight of allow to go out of sight fail to make money in a business; make a loss or fail to profit fail to get or obtain retreat fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind be set at a disadvantage
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bestow a quality on give temporarily; let have for a limited time have certain characteristics of qualities for something; be open or vulnerable to
a conjugated protein having a carbohydrate component
an outbuilding with a single story; used for shelter or storage get rid of pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over cast off hair, skin, horn, or feathers shed at an early stage of development
the act of making immune (especially by inoculation)
large genus of Old World mints: thyme a ductless glandular organ at the base of the neck that produces lymphocytes and aids in producing immunity; atrophies with age
any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning a remarkable development
a room where books are kept a collection of literary documents or records kept for reference or borrowing a depository built to contain books and other materials for reading and study (computing) a collection of standard programs and subroutines that are stored and available for immediate use a building that houses a collection of books and other materials
the collection of equipment and methods used in the practice of medicine
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where you live at a particular time housing that someone is living in the country or state or city where you live (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end place where something began and flourished an environment offering affection and security a social unit living together an institution where people are cared for provide with, or send to, a home return home accurately from a long distance used of your own ground relating to or being where one lives or where one's roots are inside the country at or to or in the direction of one's home or family on or to the point aimed at to the fullest extent; to the heart
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an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes something determined in relation to something that includes it (grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction an abstract part of something
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resembling or forming a network
protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior a layer of decorative material (such as gold leaf or wood veneer) applied over a surface put something on top of something else kill by lying on lie upon; lie on top of kill by lying on
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give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration
of or relating to cytolysis, the dissolution or destruction of a cell
a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena the property of partial coincidence in time a flap that lies over another part coincide partially or wholly extend over and cover a part of
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism a change or alteration in form or qualities
affected by arteriosclerosis
give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt
a principle that limits the extent of something the quality of being limited or restricted the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed (law) a time period after which suits cannot be brought an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
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put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface cover or provide with a coat form a coat over having a coating; covered with an outer layer or film; often used in combination having or dressed in a coat
not exact
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out accomplishment of an objective reach a destination, either real or abstract reach a point in time, or a certain state or level move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense be in or establish communication with to gain with effort to extend as far as reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" place into the hands or custody of to exert much effort or energy
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations a periodical dedicated to a particular subject a ledger in which transactions have been recorded as they occurred a record book as a physical object the part of the axle contained by a bearing
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the act or process of complicating a situation or condition that is complex or confused any disease or disorder that occurs during the course of (or because of) another disease a development that complicates a situation puzzling complexity
the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope a function expressed as a sum or product of terms a discussion that provides additional information adding information or detail
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together a package of several things tied together for carrying or storing a large sum of money (especially as pay or profit) make into a bundle gather or cause to gather into a cluster compress into a wad sleep fully clothed in the same bed with one's betrothed
the time at which something is supposed to begin a compensating equivalent a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips a natural consequence of development a plate makes an inked impression on a rubber-blanketed cylinder, which in turn transfers it to the paper structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly compensate for or counterbalance make up for cause (printed matter) to transfer or smear onto another surface create an offset in produce by offset printing
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the chief phagocytic leukocyte; stains with either basic or acid dyes
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(botany) a minute rudimentary plant contained within a seed or an archegonium an animal organism in the early stages of growth and differentiation that in higher forms merge into fetal stages but in lower forms terminate in commencement of larval life
action that makes a problem or a disease (or its symptoms) worse violent and bitter exasperation
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints immunity from an obligation or duty
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accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority be fully aware or cognizant of detect with the senses perceive to be the same grant credentials to express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate) show approval or appreciation of generally approved or compelling recognition provided with a secure reputation
able to exist and perform in harmonious or agreeable combination capable of being used with or connected to other devices or components without modification capable of forming a homogeneous mixture that neither separates nor is altered by chemical interaction
of or relating to bone marrow of or relating to the spinal cord
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority be fully aware or cognizant of detect with the senses perceive to be the same grant credentials to express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for exhibit recognition for (an antigen or a substrate) show approval or appreciation of
a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity a human written or spoken language used by a community; opposed to e.g. a computer language any long thin projection that is transient a manner of speaking a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea the tongue of certain animals used as meat the flap of material under the laces of a shoe or boot metal striker that hangs inside a bell and makes a sound by hitting the side articulate by tonguing, as when playing wind instruments lick or explore with the tongue
to the same degree (often followed by `as') in equal amounts or shares; in a balanced or impartial way
(medicine) blowing air or medicated powder into the lungs (or into some other body cavity) an act of blowing or breathing on or into something
made the first orbital rocket-powered flight by a United States astronaut in 1962; later in United States Senate (1921-)
at an earlier time or formerly
surgical removal of foreign material and dead tissue from a wound in order to prevent infection and promote healing
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the capital of the United States in the District of Columbia and a tourist mecca; George Washington commissioned Charles L'Enfant to lay out the city in 1791 a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific the federal government of the United States 1st President of the United States; commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1732-1799) United States educator who was born a slave but became educated and founded a college at Tuskegee in Alabama (1856-1915)
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very high frequency sound; used in ultrasonography using the reflections of high-frequency sound waves to construct an image of a body organ (a sonogram); commonly used to observe fetal growth or study bodily organs
a cellular structure that is postulated to exist in order to mediate between a chemical agent that acts on nervous tissue and the physiological response an organ having nerve endings (in the skin or viscera or eye or ear or nose or mouth) that respond to stimulation
someone who scans verse to determine the number and prosodic value of the syllables an electronic device that generates a digital representation of an image for data input to a computer a radar dish that rotates or oscillates in order to scan a broad area a radio receiver that moves automatically across some selected range of frequencies looking for some signal or condition
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a company that performs a public service; subject to government regulation the quality of being of practical use the service (electric power or water or transportation) provided by a public utility (economics) a measure that is to be maximized in any situation involving choice (computer science) a program designed for general support of the processes of a computer a facility composed of one or more pieces of equipment connected to or part of a structure and designed to provide a service such as heat or electricity or water or sewage disposal used of beef; usable but inferior capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team
a shape that is generated by rotating an ellipse around one of its axes
further or added
combine so as to form a more complex, product combine and form a synthesis
pertaining to the formation of blood or blood cells
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of notice or perceive make or write a comment on express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with being perceived or observed
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located inward located or occurring within or closer to a center innermost or essential confined to an exclusive group exclusive to a center; especially a center of influence inside or closer to the inside of the body
a space into which an area is subdivided a partitioned section, chamber, or separate room within a larger enclosed area
causing or tending to cause cancer
register formally as a participant or member seek to employ cause to assemble or enlist in the military
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any abnormality following or resulting from a disease or injury or treatment
the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second
commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line the United States (especially the northern states during the American Civil War) the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees a location in the northern part of a country, region, or city the direction corresponding to the northward cardinal compass point the direction in which a compass needle points British statesman under George III whose policies led to rebellion in the American colonies (1732-1792) situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the north in a northern direction
a protein substance that remains when starch is removed from cereal grains; gives cohesiveness to dough
surgical removal of part or all of the prostate gland
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
a radioactive transuranic element a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second the constant of proportionality relating the energy of a photon to its frequency; approximately 6.626 x 10^-34 joule-second the 8th letter of the Roman alphabet (thermodynamics) a thermodynamic quantity equal to the internal energy of a system plus the product of its volume and pressure
involving risk or danger
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the rate of moving (especially walking or running) a horse's manner of moving a person's manner of walking
taking place within the mind and modified by individual bias of a mental act performed entirely within the mind
antiprotozoal medication (trade name Flagyl) used to treat trichomoniasis and giardiasis
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an expression of greeting a state in the United States in the central Pacific on the Hawaiian Islands
a colorless explosive liquid that is volatile and poisonous and foul-smelling
the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) game equipment consisting of the place toward which players of a game try to advance a ball or puck in order to score points a successful attempt at scoring
a metric unit of volume or capacity equal to 100 liters
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a hemoprotein composed of globin and heme that gives red blood cells their characteristic color; function primarily to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body tissues
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the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium good hearing the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear attention to what is said fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn
protrusion of the eyeball from the socket
a heavy silvery toxic univalent and bivalent metallic element; the only metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures 100 grams
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abnormal alignment of one or both eyes
a surgical operation that creates an opening into the trachea with a tube inserted to provide a passage for air; performed when the pharynx is obstructed by edema or cancer or other causes
a content word that qualifies the meaning of a noun or verb a moderator who makes less extreme or uncompromising a person who changes something a gene that modifies the effect produced by another gene
a constant number that serves as a measure of some property or characteristic
secure or fasten with a staple or staples
the middle of the day
tiny endothelium-lined passages for blood in the tissue of an organ the curve of y=sin x
any small compartment (biology) the basic structural and functional unit of all organisms; they may exist as independent units of life (as in monads) or may form colonies or tissues as in higher plants and animals a device that delivers an electric current as the result of a chemical reaction a small unit serving as part of or as the nucleus of a larger political movement a hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections, each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver small room in which a monk or nun lives a room where a prisoner is kept
mark with one's signature; write one's name (on) approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation be engaged by a written agreement engage by written agreement communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs place signs, as along a road communicate in sign language make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate having a handwritten signature used of the language of the deaf
capable of functioning as a phagocyte
a small round soft mass (as of chewed food) a large pill; used especially in veterinary medicine
a railcar where passengers ride a vehicle with wheels drawn by one or more horses characteristic way of bearing one's body a machine part that carries something else a small vehicle with four wheels in which a baby or child is pushed around
change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy change the nature, purpose, or function of something change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category cause to adopt a new or different faith score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone complete successfully score (a spare) make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something exchange a penalty for a less severe one change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change spiritually reborn or converted
the greatest possible degree of something final or latest limiting point as far as something can go the boundary of a specific area the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" decide upon or fix definitely
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operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal deliver forth draw or pour with a pump supply in great quantities flow intermittently move up and down raise (gases or fluids) with a pump question persistently tense with excitement and enthusiasm as from a rush of adrenaline
an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease a soft silvery metallic element of the rare earth group having no stable isotope; was discovered in radioactive form as a fission product of uranium the person who holds the position of head of the government in the United Kingdom modulation of the phase of the carrier wave
something intended to communicate a particular impression something shown to the public a visual representation of something behavior that makes your feelings public exhibiting openly in public view an electronic device that represents information in visual form to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
make strong or stronger gain strength give a healthy elasticity to
the branch of physics concerned with the motion of bodies in a frame of reference the technical aspects of doing something a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools someone whose occupation is repairing and maintaining automobiles
(linguistics) a grammatical rule (or other linguistic feature) that is found in all languages (logic) a proposition that asserts something of all members of a class a behavioral convention or pattern characteristic of all members of a particular culture or of all human beings coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions of worldwide scope or applicability applicable to or common to all members of a group or set adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations
part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function a soft thin (usually translucent) paper create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton
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bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
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a metallic element of the rare earth group; used in lasers; occurs in apatite and monazite and xenotime and ytterbite infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in various other parts of the body in acute stages) a unit of information equal to 1000 gigabits or 10^12 (1,000,000,000,000) bits a unit of information equal to 1000 gigabytes or 10^12 (1,000,000,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 gibibytes or 2^40 (1,099,511,627,776) bytes
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a United States youth subculture of the 1950s; rejected possessions or regular work or traditional dress; for communal living and psychedelic drugs and anarchism; favored modern forms of jazz (e.g., bebop) a regular route for a sentry or policeman the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music a single pulsation of an oscillation produced by adding two waves of different frequencies; has a frequency equal to the difference between the two oscillations a member of the beat generation; a nonconformist in dress and behavior the sound of stroke or blow (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse a regular rate of repetition a stroke or blow the act of beating to windward; sailing as close as possible to the direction from which the wind is blowing come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely
a drug (trade name Cuprimine) used to treat heavy metal poisoning and Wilson's disease and severe arthritis
a solid formed by the solidification of a chemical and having a highly regular atomic structure a crystalline element used as a component in various electronic devices a rock formed by the solidification of a substance; has regularly repeating internal structure; external plane faces colorless glass made of almost pure silica glassware made of quartz a protective cover that protects the face of a watch
the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill knowledge acquired by learning and instruction the gradual process of acquiring knowledge the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university) the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior) the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979
of or relating to the brain and spinal cord
a threadlike strand of DNA in the cell nucleus that carries the genes in a linear order
coating consisting of a thin layer of superior wood glued to a base of inferior wood an ornamental coating to a building cover with veneer
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) what something is used for the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group a relation such that one thing is dependent on another a formal or official social gathering or ceremony a vaguely specified social event a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program perform as expected when applied serve a purpose, role, or function perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
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any one of four endocrine glands situated above or within the thyroid gland
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an oral lipid-lowering medicine (trade name Zocor) administered to reduce blood cholesterol levels; recommended after heart attacks
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an anti-inflammatory drug that does not contain steroids
a diluted solution weakening (reducing the concentration) by the addition of water or a thinner
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continuing or remaining in a place or state the state of inactivity following an interruption a judicial order forbidding some action until an event occurs or the order is lifted a thin strip of metal or bone that is used to stiffen a garment (e.g. a corset) (nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar stay the same; remain in a certain state stay put (in a certain place); we are not moving to Cincinnati" dwell continue in a place, position, or situation remain behind stop or halt stay behind hang on during a trial of endurance stop a judicial process fasten with stays overcome or allay
relying on medical quackery derived from experiment and observation rather than theory
a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain a trodden path
in addition, by way of addition; furthermore
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a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms a planet (usually Venus) seen just before sunrise in the eastern sky
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a passage by which a bodily fluid (especially blood) is diverted from one channel to another a conductor having low resistance in parallel with another device to divert a fraction of the current implant consisting of a tube made of plastic or rubber; for draining fluids within the body transfer to another track, of trains provide with or divert by means of an electrical shunt
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never-ceasing continually recurring to the mind retained; not shed stubbornly unyielding
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something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact the allotment of some amount by dividing something assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal give out
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identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon
a characteristic state or mode of living the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities the course of existence of an individual; the actions and events that occur in living the condition of living or the state of being alive the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death) the period between birth and the present time the period from the present until death a living person animation and energy in action or expression living things collectively the organic phenomenon that distinguishes living organisms from nonliving ones an account of the series of events making up a person's life a motive for living a prison term lasting as long as the prisoner lives inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence
the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof
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not in a forthright manner
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make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise" settle by concession expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of having help; often used as a combining form
public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" decide upon or fix definitely small in range or scope subject to limits or subjected to limits including only a part mediocre not excessive having a specific function or scope not unlimited
separation into component parts the process of going into solution dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure the termination of a meeting the termination or disintegration of a relationship (between persons or nations)
an efficient incentive characterized by action or forcefulness or force of personality of or relating to dynamics (used of verbs (e.g. `to run') and participial adjectives (e.g. `running' in `running water')) expressing action rather than a state of being
systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word a standard or typical example the class of all items that can be substituted into the same position (or slot) in a grammatical sentence (are in paradigmatic relation with one another) the generally accepted perspective of a particular discipline at a given time
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any structure that makes progress difficult the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted the act of obstructing getting in someone's way
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of or relating to tension capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out
the pathological process that results in the formation and growth of a tumor
originate (in) have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous be composed of
a blood disorder characterized by an increased concentration of hydrogen ions in the blood (which falls below 7 on the pH scale)
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a line connecting isometric points related by an isometry of or involving muscular contraction in which tension increases while length remains constant having equal dimensions or measurements of a crystal system characterized by three equal axes at right angles
of or relating to the penis
one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object one of the parts into which something naturally divides divide into segments divide or split up
stately heavy-bodied aquatic bird with very long neck and usually white plumage as adult to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment sweep majestically
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
include or contain; have as a component contain or hold; have within lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits be divisible by be capable of holding or containing hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of gotten under control
of or related to puberty
the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech something presented as a gift a verb tense that expresses actions or states at the time of speaking give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position
the aqueous part of the cytoplasm within which various particles and organelles are suspended
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controlling influence pitching dangerously to one side move back and forth or sideways move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner win approval or support for cause to move back and forth
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buildings for carrying on industrial labor (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion an actor situated in the audience whose acting is rehearsed but seems spontaneous to the audience something planted secretly for discovery by another put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground fix or set securely or deeply set up or lay the groundwork for place into a river place something or someone in a certain position in order to secretly observe or deceive put firmly in the mind
of or relating to or involving vesicles
recovery or preservation from loss or danger free from harm or evil take forcibly from legal custody
in the direction of a stream's current away from the source or with the current
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a person who has abnormally high blood pressure having abnormally high blood pressure
stimulation of activity in an organism or chemical the activity of causing to have energy and be active making active and effective (as a bomb)
an oxide containing two atoms of oxygen in the molecule
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the virus causing poliomyelitis
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the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
inflammation of the rectum; marked by bloody stools and a frequent urge to defecate; frequently associated with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
law: grant immunity from prosecution perform vaccinations or produce immunity in by inoculation having been rendered unsusceptible to a disease
an ability that has been acquired by training ability to produce solutions in some problem domain
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an antineoplastic drug used to treat Hodgkin's disease
the federal agency in the Department of Housing and Urban Development that insures residential mortgages
a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem a method for solving a problem the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation the successful action of solving a problem
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the state of being suitable or opportune the quality of being useful and convenient a toilet that is available to the public a device or control that is very useful for a particular job
lacking a logical or causal relation not connected by kinship
an animal sterol that is normally synthesized by the liver; the most abundant steroid in animal tissues
increase make better or more attractive
the state of being imprisoned
the channel or break produced by erosion of relatively soft soil by water the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway) someone who is unsuccessful
raise
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a periodical that is published twice a month or every two months (either 24 or 6 issues per year) occurring twice a month occurring every two months twice a month every two months
a powerful effect or influence (physics) the influence that produces a change in a physical quantity physical energy or intensity group of people willing to obey orders a unit that is part of some military service an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists) one possessing or exercising power or influence or authority a group of people having the power of effective action (of a law) having legal validity a putout of a base runner who is required to run; the putout is accomplished by holding the ball while touching the base to which the runner must advance before the runner reaches that base to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner" impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably squeeze like a wedge into a tight space force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically cause to move by pulling do forcibly; exert force take by force
the organic process of growing older and showing the effects of increasing age the property characteristic of old age
the thin serous membrane around the lungs and inner walls of the chest
consisting of elements that are not of the same kind or nature originating outside the body
a native or inhabitant of Japan the language (usually considered to be Altaic) spoken by the Japanese of or relating to or characteristic of Japan or its people or their culture or language
an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about likely but not certain to be or become true or real expected to become or be; in prospect within the realm of credibility with considerable certainty; without much doubt
the development of defects in an embryo
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of form a critical opinion of
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of or relating to the diet
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in a qualitative manner
apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design ensure observance of laws and rules;  pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue forced or compelled or put in force
a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops type genus of the family Helicidae
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall) make level or straight become even or more even make even or more even divisible by two equal in degree or extent or amount; or equally matched or balanced being level or straight or regular and without variation as e.g. in shape or texture; or being in the same plane or at the same height as something else (i.e. even with) symmetrically arranged occurring at fixed intervals of the score in a contest used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected in spite of; notwithstanding to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons to the full extent
a person's partner in marriage
a strong liking a predisposition in favor of something the right or chance to choose grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying duties)
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the largest continent with 60% of the earth's population; it is joined to Europe on the west to form Eurasia; it is the site of some of the world's earliest civilizations the nations of the Asian continent collectively
create by putting components or members together collect in one place get people together
(physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation any device serving as a source of illumination a particular perspective or aspect of a situation the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light an illuminated area a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures a person regarded very fondly having abundant light or illumination mental understanding as an enlightening experience merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance public awareness a divine presence believed by Quakers to enlighten and guide the soul a visual warning signal a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires make lighter or brighter begin to smoke to come to rest, settle cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat fall to somebody by assignment or lot alight from (a horse)
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relating to or consisting of or yielding carbon
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered original and of a kind not seen before lacking training or experience having no previous example or precedent or parallel other than the former one(s); different unaffected by use or exposure (of a new kind or fashion) gratuitously new in use after medieval times used of a living language; being the current stage in its development (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity unfamiliar very recently
a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange a trap made of netting to catch fish or birds or insects the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) a goal lined with netting (as in soccer or hockey) game equipment consisting of a strip of netting dividing the playing area in tennis or badminton an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals make as a net profit yield as a net profit construct or form a web, as if by weaving catch with a net remaining after all deductions conclusive in a process or progression
directed up extending or moving toward a higher place spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position to a later time
at any time at all times; all the time and on every occasion (intensifier for adjectives) very
a colorless odorless gaseous element that give a red glow in a vacuum tube; one of the six inert gasses; occurs in the air in small amounts the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees a midwestern state on the Great Plains
a small discrete mass of solid or liquid matter that remains individually dispersed in gas or liquid emissions (usually considered to be an atmospheric pollutant) composed of distinct particles
a constant number that serves as a measure of some property or characteristic
a master's degree in education
work out undergo development or evolution gain through experience
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position seven in a countable series of things one part in seven equal parts the musical interval between one note and another seven notes away from it coming next after the sixth and just before the eighth in position
the dead body of a human being
the force of workers available an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force the generic use of the word to refer to any human being any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage a male subordinate an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
an item that can be disposed of after it has been used free or available for use or disposition designed to be disposed of after use
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come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact
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one-thousandth of an equivalent
the act of governing; exercising authority bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations direct or strongly influence the behavior of exercise authority over; as of nations require to be in a certain grammatical case, voice, or mood responsible for making and enforcing rules and laws
(genetics) a combination of alleles (for different genes) that are located closely together on the same chromosome and that tend to be inherited together
chemical agent capable of activity the voice used to indicate that the grammatical subject of the verb is performing the action or causing the happening denoted by the verb a person who is a participating member of an organization tending to become more severe or wider in scope engaged in or ready for military or naval operations disposed to take action or effectuate change taking part in an activity characterized by energetic activity exerting influence or producing a change or effect full of activity or engaged in continuous activity in operation (of the sun) characterized by an increased occurrence of sunspots and flares and radio emissions expressing that the subject of the sentence has the semantic function of actor: "Hemingway favors active constructions" (used of verbs (e.g. `to run') and participial adjectives (e.g. `running' in `running water')) expressing action rather than a state of being (of e.g. volcanos) capable of erupting (of e.g. volcanos) erupting or liable to erupt engaged in full-time work
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ten 10s being ten more than ninety
being one more than one hundred
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make sense of; assign a meaning to give an interpretation or explanation to give an interpretation or rendition of create an image or likeness of restate (words) from one language into another language make sense of a language
(physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber) the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
an allele that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its paired allele is identical of or pertaining to a recession (of genes) producing its characteristic phenotype only when its allele is identical
a convex shape that narrows toward a point the property possessed by a shape that narrows toward a point (as a wedge or cone) a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame stick of wax with a wick in the middle diminish gradually give a point to
something left after other parts have been taken away freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) a pause for relaxation a state of inaction euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) a support on which things can be put a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration not move; be in a resting position take a short break from one's activities in order to relax give a rest to have a place in relation to something else be at rest stay the same; remain in a certain state be inherent or innate in;  put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying sit, as on a branch rest on or as if on a pillow be inactive, refrain from acting
the state of being vulnerable or exposed susceptibility to injury or attack
occurring during the period around birth (5 months before and 1 month after)
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an abnormality involving a chromosome number that is not an exact multiple of the haploid number (one chromosome set is incomplete)
lying around or just outside the edges or outskirts
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a legal document giving official permission to do something the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization large game fish; found in waters of the West Indies consent to, give permission make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
meant or adapted for an occasion or use worthy of being chosen especially as a spouse
a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
an antihypertensive (trade name Catapres) that can be administered orally or via transdermal patches
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a share of something a serving that has been cut from a larger portion a wound made by cutting a golf shot that curves to the right for a right-handed golfer a thin flat piece cut off of some object a spatula for spreading paint or ink make a clean cut through hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels in a different direction cut into slices hit a ball so that it causes a backspin
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cardiac drug (trade names Quinidex and Quinora) used to treat certain heart arrhythmias
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(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government (United States) the largest administrative district within a state
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and nine being ten more than eighty
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abnormal condition in which vision for distant objects is better than for near objects
relating to or affecting or originating in the inner ear resembling a labyrinth in form or complexity
the total number counted the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order a nobleman (in various countries) having rank equal to a British earl determine the number or amount of have weight; have import, carry weight show consideration for; take into account name or recite the numbers in ascending order put into a group include as if by counting have a certain value or carry a certain weight have faith or confidence in take account of
X-ray film of the soft tissue of the breast
from 63 million to 2 million years ago coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position
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of or relating to or situated in the larynx
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being five more than one hundred seventy
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weapons considered collectively the official symbols of a family, state, etc. a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person a division of some larger or more complex organization the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm prepare oneself for a military confrontation supply with arms
arrange or enter in tabular form shape or cut with a flat surface
an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi a euphemism for urination the discharge of a fluid from some container unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information tell anonymously be leaked enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out
a telephone connection a special disposition (as if from a divine source) to pursue a particular course a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" the characteristic sound produced by a bird a brief social visit a demand by a broker that a customer deposit enough to bring his margin up to the minimum requirement a demand for a show of hands in a card game a request an instruction that interrupts the program being executed a visit in an official or professional capacity (sports) the decision made by an umpire or referee the option to buy a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone utter a sudden loud cry order, request, or command to come pay a brief visit call a meeting; invite or command to meet read aloud to check for omissions or absentees send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message utter a characteristic note or cry stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name make a stop in a harbour demand payment of (a loan) make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance indicate a decision in regard to make a prediction about; tell in advance require the presentation of for redemption before maturation challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal order or request or give a command for order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role utter in a loud voice or announce challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of consider or regard as being rouse somebody from sleep with a call
push for something express a good opinion of make attractive or acceptable
a small ball with a hole through the middle a shape that is spherical and small a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture form into beads, as of water or sweat, for example decorate by sewing beads onto string together like beads
continue to live through hardship or adversity continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) support oneself live longer than
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a subdivision of a particular kind of thing a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) (biology) the taxonomic group whose characteristics are used to define the next higher taxon printed characters all of the tokens of the same symbol a small metal block bearing a raised character on one end; produces a printed character when inked and pressed on paper write by means of a keyboard with types identify as belonging to a certain type
young of domestic cattle the muscular back part of the shank fine leather from the skin of a calf young of various large placental mammals e.g. whale or giraffe or elephant or buffalo
either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood
a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts considered the most highly evolved dicotyledonous plants, characterized by florets arranged in dense heads that resemble single flowers consisting of separate interconnected parts of or relating to or belonging to the plant family Compositae
the exposure of an impostor or a fraud expose or make accessible to some action or influence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret to show, make visible or apparent remove all or part of one's clothes to show one's body disclose to view as by removing a cover put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position expose to light, of photographic film expose while ridiculing; especially of pretentious or false claims and ideas abandon by leaving out in the open air
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an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity a disorderly outburst or tumult an event that results in a displacement or discontinuity the act of causing disorder
get warm or warmer make warm or warmer having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat psychologically warm; friendly and responsive (color) inducing the impression of warmth; used especially of reds and oranges and yellows having or displaying warmth or affection freshly made or left easily aroused or excited characterized by strong enthusiasm characterized by liveliness or excitement or disagreement uncomfortable because of possible danger or trouble of a seeker; near to the object sought in a warm manner
for a very short time
a fully developed person from maturity onward any mature animal (of animals) fully developed designed to arouse lust
a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger protective covering that provides protection from the weather the condition of being protected a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons provide shelter for invest (money) so that it is not taxable
a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another a district into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of administration and elections block forming a division of a hospital (or a suite of rooms) shared by patients who need a similar kind of care English economist and conservationist (1914-1981) English writer of novels who was an active opponent of the women's suffrage movement (1851-1920) United States businessman who in 1872 established a successful mail-order business (1843-1913) a division of a prison (usually consisting of several cells) watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect
place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight be or come into adjustment with align oneself with a group or a way of thinking bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation brought into agreement or cooperation on the side of a faction, party, or cause in a straight line
an abnormal lowering of the white blood cell count
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all the plant life in a particular region or period (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling space for movement opportunity for the people who are present in a room live and take one's meals at or in
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the action of interjecting or interposing an action or remark that interrupts the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others
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originates in the brain stem and lower part of the spinal cord; opposes physiological effects of the sympathetic nervous system: stimulates digestive secretions; slows the heart; constricts the pupils; dilates blood vessels of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system
tending to suggest or imply (usually followed by `of') pointing out or revealing clearly tending to suggest something improper or indecent
a cell that is specialized to conduct nerve impulses
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a deliberate act of omission an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization; the only exception was her last child" grounds for adverse criticism
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(botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground the place where something begins, where it springs into being (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes the part of a tooth that is embedded in the jaw and serves as support take root and begin to grow come into existence, originate plant by the roots dig with the snout become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style cause to take roots
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having a succession of waves or curves
go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions exchange people temporarily to fulfill certain jobs and functions be an understudy or alternate for a role reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) do something in turns (of a current) reversing direction occurring by turns; first one and then the other
the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part)
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inflammation of the cornea causing watery painful eyes and blurred vision
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accumulation of serous fluid in peritoneal cavity
connect closely and often incriminatingly engage as a participant have as a necessary feature require as useful, just, or proper contain as a part occupy or engage the interest of make complex or intricate or complicated
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue any solid substance (as opposed to liquid) that is used as a source of nourishment anything that provides mental stimulus for thinking
a descriptive catalog of musical recordings
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United States neurologist noted for his study of the brain and pituitary gland and who identified Cushing's syndrome (1869-1939)
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price moving forward
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acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time the organic process of growing older and showing the effects of increasing age begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older growing old
immunity from arbitrary exercise of authority: political independence personal independence
an acute viral disease marked by inflammation of nerve cells of the brain stem and spinal cord
someone who makes predictions of the future (usually on the basis of special knowledge) information that supports a probabilistic estimate of future events a computer for controlling antiaircraft fire that computes the position of an aircraft at the instant of a shell's arrival
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) derive by reason called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation
a water enema given to flush out the colon of or relating to the colon
a deformity in which there is an abnormal displacement of part of a limb away from the midline of the body
a B-complex vitamin that is a constituent of lecithin; essential in the metabolism of fat
the act of sowing (of seeds in the ground or, figuratively, of germs in the body or ideas in the mind, etc.) the introduction of semen into the genital tract of a female
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem the speech act of replying to a question the principal pleading by the defendant in response to plaintiff's complaint; in criminal law it consists of the defendant's plea of `guilty' or `not guilty' (or nolo contendere); in civil law it must contain denials of all allegations in the plaintiff's complaint that the defendant hopes to controvert and it can contain affirmative defenses or counterclaims a nonverbal reaction react verbally respond to a signal give the correct answer or solution to understand the meaning of give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in (an argument) be liable or accountable be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity match or correspond be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of react to a stimulus or command
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being or suggesting a cavern filled with vascular sinuses and capable of becoming distended and rigid as the result of being filled with blood
one whose presence is undesirable not wanted not worthy of being chosen (especially as a spouse)
a small node small rounded wartlike protuberance on a plant (mineralogy) a small rounded lump of mineral substance (usually harder than the surrounding rock or sediment)
a group of people who differ racially or politically from a larger group of which it is a part being or relating to the smaller in number of two parts any age prior to the legal age
pass through
the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) take the place or move into the position of put something back where it belongs put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
a muscle relaxant for striated muscle that is used as an adjunct to anesthesia during certain surgical procedures
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the female reproductive cell; the female gamete
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the relation that exists when things occur at the same time
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something the act of attacking make an effort or attempt enter upon an activity or enterprise
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one of three equal parts of a divisible whole the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the third of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) following the second position in an ordering or series the musical interval between one note and another three notes away from it the third from the lowest forward ratio gear in the gear box of a motor vehicle the base that must be touched third by a base runner in baseball coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position in the third place
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an event capable of causing a mutation
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surgical removal of a body part or tissue the erosive process that reduces the size of glaciers
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the taxonomic kingdom including yeast, molds, smuts, mushrooms, and toadstools; distinct from the green plants an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter; ranging from unicellular or multicellular organisms to spore-bearing syncytia
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place continuance in time the property of being the extent of something from beginning to end size of the gap between two places a section of something that is long and narrow
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of be a regular or frequent visitor to a certain place coming at short intervals or habitually frequently encountered; 
a ring of muscle that contracts to close an opening
a person trained to compete in sports
financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records the state of being in effect or being operative a business especially one run on a large scale a planned activity involving many people performing various actions (computer science) data processing in which the result is completely specified by a rule (especially the processing that results from a single instruction) activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign) a medical procedure involving an incision with instruments; performed to repair damage or arrest disease in a living body a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work process or manner of functioning or operating (psychology) the performance of some composite cognitive activity; an operation that affects mental contents (mathematics) calculation by mathematical methods the activity of operating something (a machine or business etc.)
an unborn or unhatched vertebrate in the later stages of development showing the main recognizable features of the mature animal
to come or go into become a participant; be involved in register formally as a participant or member be or play a part of or in make a record of; set down in permanent form come on stage take on duties or office put or introduce into something set out on (an enterprise or subject of study)
not conclusive; not putting an end to doubt or question
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containing or using responses; alternating readily reacting or replying to people or events or stimuli; showing emotion reacting to a stimulus
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of or relating to the stomach and intestines
evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score gain points in a game make small marks into the surface of make underscoring marks write a musical score for induce to have sex get a certain number or letter indicating quality or performance assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation
a short newspaper article about a particular person or group concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality particular to a given individual of or arising from personality intimately concerning a person's body or physical being indicating grammatical person
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lacking vigor or energy relating to anemia or suffering from anemia
something superior in quality or condition or effect someone who bets a superior person having claim to precedence the superior one of two alternatives surpass in excellence to make better get better (comparative of `good') superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another (comparative of `good') changed for the better in health or fitness (comparative and superlative of `well') wiser or more advantageous and hence advisable more than half having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified having the normally expected amount morally admirable deserving of esteem and respect promoting or enhancing well-being agreeable or pleasing of moral excellence having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude thorough with or in a close or intimate relationship financially sound most suitable or right for a particular purpose resulting favorably exerting force or influence capable of pleasing appealing to the mind in excellent physical condition tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health not forged not left to spoil generally admired in good health especially after having suffered illness or injury; at least I feel well" resulting favorably wise or advantageous and hence advisable comparative of `well'; in a better or more excellent manner or more advantageously or attractively or to a greater degree etc. from a position of superiority or authority (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') thoroughly or completely; fully; often used as a combining form indicating high probability; in all likelihood (used for emphasis or as an intensifier) entirely or fully to a suitable or appropriate extent or degree favorably; with approval to a great extent or degree with great or especially intimate knowledge with prudence or propriety with skill or in a pleasing manner in a manner affording benefit or advantage in financial comfort without unusual distress or resentment; with good humor
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in another and different manner; 
continue to exist be persistent, refuse to stop stay behind
any period of seven consecutive days hours or days of work in a calendar week a period of seven consecutive days starting on Sunday
a shape that is spherical and small a small indefinite quantity (especially of a liquid) a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity a steep high face of rock a predetermined hiding place for the deposit and distribution of illicit goods (such as drugs or stolen property) a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a curtain that can be lowered and raised onto a stage from the flies; often used as background scenery a central depository where things can be left or picked up the act of dropping something let fall to the ground to fall vertically go down in value fall or descend to a lower place or level terminate an association with utter with seeming casualness; drop names" stop pursuing or acting leave or unload cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow lose (a game) pay out lower the pitch of (musical notes) hang freely stop associating with let or cause to fall in drops get rid of take (a drug, especially LSD), by mouth omit (a letter or syllable) in speaking or writing leave undone or leave out change from one level to another fall or sink into a state of exhaustion or death grow worse give birth; used for animals
win a victory over get on top of; deal with successfully overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli overcome, usually through no fault or weakness of the person that is overcome
the greatest or most complete or best possible
person who makes a gift of property (medicine) someone who gives blood or tissue or an organ to be used in another person (the host)
relating to or affecting the colon and the rectum
a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities a coordinated sequence of chess moves a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose (formerly to achieve some antisocial end but now for general political or economic purposes) the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order the act of combining things to form a new whole
an abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone the activity of fastening something firmly in position (histology) the preservation and hardening of a tissue sample to retain as nearly as possible the same relations they had in the living body
a flaw or weak point powerlessness revealed by an inability to act the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain the condition of being financially weak a penchant for something even though it might not be good for you
a stage of arteriosclerosis involving fatty deposits (atheromas) inside the arterial walls, thus narrowing the arteries
the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) slightly modified copy; not an exact copy the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
(medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.)
a substance that oxidizes another substance
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relating to or associated with the bronchi
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very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold composed of or containing bone having bones especially many or prominent bones
the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
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take into custody hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of attract and fix cause to stop
spread throughout the body
the act of supplying fresh air and getting rid of foul air a mechanical system in a building that provides fresh air free and open discussion of (or debate on) some question of public interest the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
a female human offspring
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a remedy for hearing loss or deafness of or relating to the science of acoustics
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location one of two or more contesting groups either the left or right half of a body a surface forming part of the outside of an object an extended outer surface of an object an aspect of something (as contrasted with some other implied aspect) a line segment forming part of the perimeter of a plane figure a family line of descent a lengthwise dressed half of an animal's carcass used for food an opinion that is held in opposition to another in an argument or dispute an elevated geological formation (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist take sides for or against located on a side
rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates the porous calcified substance from which bones are made a shade of white the color of bleached bones study intensively, as before an exam remove the bones from consisting of or made up of bone
an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value characterized by malice having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality excellent marked by poverty befitting a beggar (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity (used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt of no value or worth
an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
of or pertaining to the sexually transmitted infection or to the parasite
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of or pertaining to or affecting both the heart and the lungs and their functions
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct a rule or standard especially of good behavior a basic truth or law or assumption a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system rule of personal conduct (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
of or relating to the state of marriage
a material's capacity to conduct electricity; measured as the reciprocal of electrical resistance
condition in which the cells of one tissue can survive in the presence of cells of another tissue
an organization of military vessels belonging to a country and available for sea warfare a dark shade of blue the navy of the United States of America; the agency that maintains and trains and equips combat-ready naval forces
a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles a resource the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose money to support a worthy person or cause the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of
a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water) a passage selected from a larger work remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense get despite difficulties or obstacles deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) extract by the process of distillation separate (a metal) from an ore obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action take out of a literary work in order to cite or copy calculate the root of a number
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untie or unfasten not secured within a cover not restrained or tied down by bonds not held in chemical or physical combination
a graded change in the magnitude of some physical quantity or dimension the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal
use as a quantifier express as a number or measure or quantity
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of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis having crucial relevance of the greatest importance
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everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something what a communication that is about something is about the proportion of a substance that is contained in a mixture or alloy etc. the amount that can be contained the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned the state of being contented with your situation in life something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation satisfy in a limited way make content satisfied or showing satisfaction with things as they are
abnormal union of bodily tissues; most common in the abdomen a fibrous band of scar tissue that binds together normally separate anatomical structures the property of sticking together (as of glue and wood) or the joining of surfaces of different composition faithful support for a cause or political party or religion
the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) the state of inactivity following an interruption take into custody hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of attract and fix cause to stop
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designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree of or in or along or relating to a line; involving a single dimension of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input (of a leaf shape) long and narrow measured lengthwise
short descriptive summary (of events) a summary of your academic and work history take up or begin anew return to a previous location or condition assume anew give a summary (of)
a nonflammable inhalation anesthetic that produces general anesthesia; used along with analgesics and muscle relaxants for many types of surgical procedures
the act of changing location in an upward direction travel up, "We ascended the mountain" go back in order of genealogical succession become king or queen appear to be moving upward, as by means of tendrils go along towards (a river's) source slope upwards come up, of celestial bodies move to a better position in life or to a better job moving or going or growing upward
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of or relating to a chromosome
with respect to biochemistry
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a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Ansaid) that is administered only orally
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a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes; occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities (as in sea water or rocks) the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number the 9th letter of the Roman alphabet
milky fluid secreted for the first day or two after parturition
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make a hole into or between, as for ease of separation pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance having a hole cut through having a number or series of holes
the act of using what something is used for a particular service (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776 put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense)
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make politically neutral and thus inoffensive make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing make incapable of military action make chemically neutral
a person who makes use of a thing; someone who uses or employs something a person who uses something or someone selfishly or unethically a person who takes drugs
a person who enrolls in (or is enrolled in) a class or course of study
give a structure to having definite and highly organized structure resembling a living organism in organization or development
a prominent attribute or aspect of something the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles have as a feature wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
a body of students who are taught together a relative position or degree of value in a graded group the gradient of a slope or road or other surface one-hundredth of a right angle a degree of ablaut a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) the height of the ground on which something stands a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a variety of cattle produced by crossbreeding with a superior breed assign a rank or rating to level to the right gradient assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation determine the grade of or assign a grade to
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a sudden muscle spasm; especially one caused by a nervous condition make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions toss with a sharp movement so as to cause to turn over in the air squeeze tightly between the fingers move or pull with a sudden motion
modulation of the frequency of the (radio) carrier wave a radioactive transuranic metallic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons
a catch for locking a door a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook anything that serves as an enticement a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something a curved or bent implement for suspending or pulling something a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer a short swinging punch delivered from the side with the elbow bent a basketball shot made over the head with the hand that is farther from the basket fasten with a hook rip off; ask an unreasonable price make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle hit a ball and put a spin on it so that it travels to the left take by theft make off with belongings of others hit with a hook catch with a hook to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug) secure with the foot entice and trap approach with an offer of sexual favors
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the act of consuming food the act of supplying food and nourishment provide as food give food to feed into; supply introduce continuously support or promote take in food; used of animals only serve as food for; be the food for move along, of liquids profit from in an exploitatory manner gratify provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to
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affecting or characteristic of both neural and muscular tissue
any organic substance that occurs in neural activity
action intended to keep a country politically neutral or exclude it from a possible war a chemical reaction in which an acid and a base interact with the formation of a salt; with strong acids and bases the essential reaction is the combination of hydrogen ions with hydroxyl ions to form water (euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation) action intended to nullify the effects of some previous action
a young woman a youthful female person a female human offspring a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved a friendly informal reference to a grown woman
tending to suppress
think moodily or anxiously about something originate (in) inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of exist or be situated within come back to
abnormality in performing voluntary muscle movements
the process of flowing in
become wider add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
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a town in south central Washington
a community of people smaller than a town a settlement smaller than a town a mainly residential district of Manhattan; `the Village' became a home for many writers and artists in the 20th century
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to a small degree or extent to a moderately sufficient extent or degree
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anything indispensable necessary for relief or supply
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected unique or specific to a person or thing or category markedly different from the usual characteristic of one only; distinctive or special
(medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease anything that accompanies X and is regarded as an indication of X's existence
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Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
the property created by the space between two objects or points a distant region size of the gap between two places indifference by personal withdrawal the interval between two times a remote point in time keep at a distance go far ahead of
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(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic a vague unpleasant emotion that is experienced in anticipation of some (usually ill-defined) misfortune
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an antibody that can neutralize a specific toxin
an organized body of related information
render capable or able for some task
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the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose a substance prepared according to a formula the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action) (music) a note that produces a dissonant chord is first heard in a consonant chord activity leading to skilled behavior preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home) the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat
a vaguely specified concern some situation or event that is thought about that which has mass and occupies space a problem (used with negation) having consequence written works (especially in books or magazines) have weight; have import, carry weight
divide society into social classes or castes form layers or strata develop different social levels, classes, or castes form, arrange, or deposit in layers render fertile and preserve by placing between layers of earth or sand arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks deposited or arranged in horizontal layers (used of society) socially hierarchical
of or relating to biochemistry; involving chemical processes in living organisms
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with respect to anatomy
a very short skirt used of women's clothing; very short with hemline above the knee
change the key of, in music vary the pitch of one's speech fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of adjust the pitch, tone, or volume of vary the frequency, amplitude, phase, or other characteristic of (electromagnetic waves)
a variable quantity that can be resolved into components a straight line segment whose length is magnitude and whose orientation in space is direction any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease (genetics) a virus or other agent that is used to deliver DNA to a cell
a thin pliable sheet of material a pliable sheet of tissue that covers or lines or connects the organs or cells of animals or plants
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a contemporary person a typeface (based on an 18th century design by Gianbattista Bodoni) distinguished by regular shape and hairline serifs and heavy downstrokes belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages relating to a recently developed fashion or style;  characteristic of present-day art and music and literature and architecture ahead of the times used of a living language; being the current stage in its development
that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason recall or remembrance an opinion formed by judging something an important intellectual attention your intention; what you intend to do knowledge and intellectual ability be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by be concerned with or about something or somebody be in charge of or deal with pay close attention to; give heed to be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to keep in mind
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position raise from a lower to a higher position raise in rank or condition
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a small hard fruit a mature fertilized plant ovule consisting of an embryo and its food source and having a protective coat or testa one of the outstanding players in a tournament anything that provides inspiration for later work the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract go to seed; shed seeds help (an enterprise) in its early stages of development by providing seed money bear seeds place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth distribute (players or teams) so that outstanding teams or players will not meet in the early rounds sprinkle with silver iodide particles to disperse and cause rain inoculate with microorganisms remove the seeds from
walking about
the act of giving special importance or significance to something to stress, single out as important give extra weight to (a communication)
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight perceive (an idea or situation) mentally perceive or be contemporaneous with imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind deem to be get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally see or watch come together find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something go to see for professional or business reasons go to see for a social visit go to see a place, as for entertainment take charge of or deal with receive as a specified guest date regularly; have a steady relationship with see and understand, have a good eye deliberate or decide observe as if with an eye observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect go or live through accompany or escort match or meet make sense of; assign a meaning to
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear to exist appear to one's own mind or opinion
the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk try to get or reach try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of make an effort or attempt go to or towards inquire for
the working together of two things (muscles or drugs for example) to produce an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects the theological doctrine that salvation results from the interaction of human will and divine grace
(medicine) the chemical analysis of urine (for medical diagnosis)
the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates box with a lid; used for storage; usually large and sturdy the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen furniture with drawers for keeping clothes
the boundary of a surface a line determining the limits of an area a sharp side formed by the intersection of two surfaces of an object the attribute of urgency in tone of voice a slight competitive advantage the outside limit of an object or area or surface; a place farthest away from the center of something advance slowly, as if by inches provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary provide with an edge
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process of changing to an inferior state changing something with the result that it becomes worse grow worse make worse changing for the worse
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the widening of the chambers of the heart between two contractions when the chambers fill with blood
thick dark green mucoid material that is the first feces of a newborn child
a catecholamine precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and also released at synapses
a regular patron a soldier in the regular army a dependable follower (especially in party politics) a garment size for persons of average height and weight in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle often used as intensifiers conforming to a standard or pattern regularly scheduled for fixed times in accord with regular practice or procedure occurring at fixed intervals relating to a person who does something regularly (used of the military) belonging to or engaged in by legitimate army forces (of solids) having clear dimensions that can be measured; volume can be determined with a suitable geometric formula not constipated symmetrically arranged not deviating from what is normal officially full-time
of or involving the testes
the message that is intended or expressed or signified the idea that is intended mean or intend to express or convey have as a logical consequence denote or connote have in mind as a purpose have a specified degree of importance intend to refer to destine or designate for a certain purpose rich in significance or implication
a colorless volatile water-soluble liquid aldehyde used chiefly in the manufacture of acetic acid and perfumes and drugs
the sum of part of a group of numbers
(Norse mythology) god of war and strife and son of Odin; identified with Anglo-Saxon Tiu
of or relating to immunology
the largest island of Denmark and the site of Copenhagen
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the act of making and recording a measurement the act of observing; taking a patient look a remark expressing careful consideration facts learned by observing the act of noticing or paying attention
a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person relating to the study or practice of medicine requiring or amenable to treatment by medicine especially as opposed to surgery of or belonging to Aesculapius or the healing art
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds a dull unattractive unpleasant girl or woman informal term for a man someone who is morally reprehensible a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward metal supports for logs in a fireplace go after with the intent to catch
a wave motion an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change the quality of being unsteady and subject to changes
a geometric element that has position but no extension the precise location of something; a spatially limited location a brief version of the essential meaning of something an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an instant of time the object of an activity a V shape a very small circular shape the unit of counting in scoring a game or contest a promontory extending out into a large body of water a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect an outstanding characteristic sharp end any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch one percent of the total principal of a loan; it is paid at the time the loan is made and is independent of the interest on the loan a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer the dot at the left of a decimal fraction the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip a distinguishing or individuating characteristic the gun muzzle's direction a wall socket a contact in the distributor; as the rotor turns its projecting arm contacts them and current flows to the spark plugs indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks
a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct a rule or standard especially of good behavior a basic truth or law or assumption a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system rule of personal conduct (law) an explanation of the fundamental reasons (especially an explanation of the working of some device in terms of laws of nature)
an abnormal condition in which a normal opening or tube in the body (as the urethra) is closed or absent
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a very small circular shape the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966 the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code street name for lysergic acid diethylamide scatter or intersperse like dots or studs distribute loosely make a dot or dots mark with a dot
the fine spores that contain male gametes and that are borne by an anther in a flowering plant
of or relating to fungi
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an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities an exploratory action or expedition an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity question or examine thoroughly and closely examine physically with or as if with a probe
express or state indirectly suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic have as a logical consequence suggest that someone is guilty have as a necessary feature
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something the act of attacking make an effort or attempt enter upon an activity or enterprise
an expert who is devoted to one occupation or branch of learning practices one branch of medicine
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one of three equal parts of a divisible whole the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the third of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) following the second position in an ordering or series the musical interval between one note and another three notes away from it the third from the lowest forward ratio gear in the gear box of a motor vehicle the base that must be touched third by a base runner in baseball
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without doubt; certainly
make plain and comprehensible define serve as a reason or cause or justification of
a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders)
a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain informal terms for money sweeten with sugar
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determine the result of (a competition) form a critical opinion of judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) pronounce judgment on put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of
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remedy that alleviates pain without curing moderating pain or sorrow by making it easier to bear
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set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on
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the event of something ending the act of stopping something a brief stay in the course of a journey the state of inactivity following an interruption a spot where something halts or pauses a consonant produced by stopping the flow of air at some point and suddenly releasing it a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations (music) a knob on an organ that is pulled to change the sound quality from the organ pipes a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens a restraint that checks the motion of something an obstruction in a pipe or tube come to a halt, stop moving put an end to a state or an activity stop from happening or developing interrupt a trip cause to stop prevent completion hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of seize on its way have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical render unsuitable for passage stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments
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the shore of a sea or ocean a slope down which sleds may coast the area within view the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it move effortlessly; by force of gravity
an amount of something available for use offering goods and services for sale the activity of supplying or providing something give something useful or necessary to circulate or distribute or equip with give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance state or say further
an alkaloid medicine (trade name Kavrin) obtained from opium; used to relax smooth muscles; it is nonaddictive
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act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes
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a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter a counter where you can obtain food or drink a rigid piece of metal or wood; usually used as a fastening or obstruction or weapon musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats an obstruction (usually metal) placed at the top of a goal the act of preventing (meteorology) a unit of pressure equal to a million dynes per square centimeter a submerged (or partly submerged) ridge in a river or along a shore the body of individuals qualified to practice law in a particular jurisdiction a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax) a portable .30 caliber automatic rifle operated by gas pressure and fed by cartridges from a magazine; used by United States troops in World War I and in World War II and in the Korean War a horizontal rod that serves as a support for gymnasts as they perform exercises a heating element in an electric fire (law) a railing that encloses the part of the courtroom where the judges and lawyers sit and the case is tried prevent from entering; keep out render unsuitable for passage expel, as if by official decree secure with, or as if with, bars
of or relating to microsomes
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United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946) a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected a branch of knowledge the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it a particular kind of commercial enterprise a particular environment or walk of life a piece of land prepared for playing a game extensive tract of level open land (mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 a region in which active military operations are in progress all of the horses in a particular horse race all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found (computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) a place where planes take off and land catch or pick up (balls) in baseball or cricket play as a fielder answer adequately or successfully select (a team or individual player) for a game
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periwinkle plant derivative used as an antineoplastic drug (trade name Oncovin); used to treat cancer of the lymphatic system
research with the use of microscopes
an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf the sound of a hound on the scent small Mediterranean evergreen tree with small blackish berries and glossy aromatic leaves used for flavoring in cooking; also used by ancient Greeks to crown victors a compartment on a ship between decks; often used as a hospital a compartment in an aircraft used for some specific purpose a small recess opening off a larger room a horse of a moderate reddish-brown color utter in deep prolonged tones bark with prolonged noises, of dogs (used of animals especially a horse) of a moderate reddish-brown color
a flexible container with a single opening the quantity of game taken in a particular period (usually by one person) a place that the runner must touch before scoring a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) the quantity that a bag will hold a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes an ugly or ill-tempered woman mammary gland of bovids (cows and sheep and goats) an activity that you like or at which you are superior capture or kill, as in hunting hang loosely, like an empty bag bulge out; form a bulge outward, or be so full as to appear to bulge take unlawfully put into a bag
magnifier of the image of small objects
sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate (computer science) a memory device consisting of a flat disk covered with a magnetic coating on which information is stored a flat circular plate
an architectural product or work the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings the profession of designing buildings and environments with consideration for their esthetic effect (computer science) the structure and organization of a computer's hardware or system software
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the ratio of live births in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 population per year the state of being fertile; capable of producing offspring the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth
the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium good hearing the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear attention to what is said fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn
of or relating to the philosophical study of ethics conforming to accepted standards of social or professional behavior adhering to ethical and moral principles
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a protective covering (as for a knife or sword) an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part a dress suitable for formal occasions
a remark that calls attention to something or someone a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage an indicator that orients you generally a book to which you can refer for authoritative facts a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to the act of referring or consulting a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea it refers to refer to
the act of subjecting to experimental test in order to determine how well something works an examination of the characteristics of something the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine someone's knowledge of something show a certain characteristic when tested achieve a certain score or rating on a test determine the presence or properties of (a substance) undergo a test
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification)
(geology) the erosion of soil as a consequence of sand and dust and loose rocks being removed by the wind a contraction of economic activity resulting in a decline of prices the act of letting the air out of something
a locally circumscribed place characterized by some distinctive features any of the regions of the surface of the Earth loosely divided according to latitude or longitude an area or region distinguished from adjacent parts by a distinctive feature or characteristic (anatomy) any encircling or beltlike structure regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns separate or apportion into sections
a nation occupying the whole of the Australian continent; Aboriginal tribes are thought to have migrated from southeastern Asia 20,000 years ago; first Europeans were British convicts sent there as a penal colony the smallest continent; between the South Pacific and the Indian Ocean
any disorder or disease of the brain
something that grows inward
give expression or utterance to expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen supplied with a vent or vents for intake of air or discharge of gases
make into a whole or make part of a whole include or contain; have as a component form a corporation unite or merge with something already in existence
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion something (a person or object or scene) selected by an artist or photographer for graphic representation a branch of knowledge some situation or event that is thought about (grammar) one of the two main constituents of a sentence; the grammatical constituent about which something is predicated a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a person who owes allegiance to that nation (logic) the first term of a proposition cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to make accountable for make subservient; force to submit or subdue refer for judgment or consideration possibly accepting or permitting being under the power or sovereignty of another or others likely to be affected by something
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a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely the act of testing something a race run on foot an unbroken series of events (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team a regular trip the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace the continuous period of time during which something (a machine or a factory) operates or continues in operation unrestricted freedom to use the production achieved during a continuous period of operation (of a machine or factory etc.) a small stream a race between candidates for elective office a row of unravelled stitches the pouring forth of a fluid an unbroken chronological sequence a short trip move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time flee; take to one's heels; cut and run stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. have a particular form move along, of liquids perform as expected when applied change or be different within limits run, stand, or compete for an office or a position cause to emit recorded audio or video move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be operating, running or functioning change from one state to another cause to perform be affected by; be subjected to continue to exist occur persistently carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine include as the content; broadcast or publicize carry out pass over, across, or through cause something to pass or lead somewhere make without a miss deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor cause an animal to move fast be diffused sail before the wind cover by running; run a certain distance extend or continue for a certain period of time set animals loose to graze keep company run with the ball; in such sports as football travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means travel a route regularly pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) compete in a race progress by being changed reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating come unraveled or undone as if by snagging become undone
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contrived by art rather than nature artificially formal not arising from natural growth or characterized by vital processes
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antacid (trade name Prilosec) that suppresses acid secretion in the stomach
large terrestrial monkeys having doglike muzzles
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a salt or ester of pyrophosphoric acid
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the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped an enveloping bandage arrange or fold as a cover or protection arrange or or coil around enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering crash into so as to coil around
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place restrictions on place under restrictions; limit access to place limits on (extent or access) make more specific restricting the scope or freedom of action
any of a group of organic substances essential in small quantities to normal metabolism
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any of various compounds composed of fatty acids and phosphoric acid and a nitrogenous base; an important constituent of membranes
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a native or inhabitant of Morocco of or relating to or characteristic of Morocco or its people
sculpture produced by molding a preliminary sculpture in wax or clay from which a finished work can be copied the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of
bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
become blocked by a thrombus affected with or obstructed by a clot of coagulated blood
having a meaning or purpose
make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
a military training exercise a plan for attaining a particular goal a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill a move made to gain a tactical end an action aimed at evading an opponent direct the course; determine the direction of travelling act in order to achieve a certain goal perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
the principal character in a work of fiction someone involved in a contest or battle (as in an agon) a muscle that contracts while another relaxes (biochemistry) a drug that can combine with a receptor on a cell to produce a physiological reaction
relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection) able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress impervious to being affected disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority incapable of absorbing or mixing with
being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance the state of being unsure of something
a drug (trade name Zyloprim) used to treat gout and other conditions in which there is an excessive buildup of uric acid
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tough elastic tissue; mostly converted to bone in adults
a discrimination between things as different and distinct high status importance owing to marked superiority a distinguishing quality a distinguishing difference
the part played by a person in bringing about a result a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity an amount of money contributed a writing for publication especially one of a collection of writings as an article or story
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a navigational system involving satellites and computers that can determine the latitude and longitude of a receiver on Earth by computing the time difference for signals from different satellites to reach the receiver
by reasonable assumption
immunoassay of a substance that has been radioactively labeled
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
a yellow dye that is visible even when highly diluted; used as an absorption indicator when silver nitrate solution is added to sodium chloride in order to precipitate silver chloride (turns pink when no chloride ions are left in solution and negative fluorescein ions are then absorbed)
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the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
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fill or place a load on provide (a device) with something necessary transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory put (something) on a structure or conveyance corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones filled with a great quantity (of weapons) charged with ammunition (of statements or questions) charged with associative significance and often meant to mislead or influence having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value very drunk
the fifth and highest element after air and earth and fire and water; was believed to be the substance composing all heavenly bodies any of a class of organic compounds that have two hydrocarbon groups linked by an oxygen atom a medium that was once supposed to fill all space and to support the propagation of electromagnetic waves a colorless volatile highly inflammable liquid formerly used as an inhalation anesthetic
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(medicine) a reason that makes it inadvisable to prescribe a particular drug or employ a particular procedure or treatment
the muscles of the abdomen of or relating to or near the abdomen
the complete destruction of every trace of something
a relation that provides the foundation for something the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained the most important or necessary part of something
a treatment for addiction to drugs or alcohol intended to remove the physiological effects of the addictive substances treatment for poisoning by neutralizing the toxic properties (normally a function of the liver)
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one one of four playing cards in a deck having three pips being one more than two
of or relating to or resembling a lobule
an agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach)
a special group delegated to consider some matter a fee for services rendered based on a percentage of an amount received or collected or agreed to be paid (as distinguished from a salary) the act of granting authority to undertake certain functions the state of being in good working order and ready for operation a group of representatives or delegates a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something an official document issued by a government and conferring on the recipient the rank of an officer in the armed forces the act of committing a crime a special assignment that is given to a person or group put into commission; equip for service; of ships place an order for charge with a task
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show approval or appreciation of grant credentials to detect with the senses express greetings upon meeting someone express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for be fully aware or cognizant of perceive to be the same accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority provided with a secure reputation generally approved or compelling recognition
bend or turn backward reproduce or make an exact copy of make or do or perform again
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something a reason for wanting something done the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.) a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of be on the mind of be of importance or consequence
a popular programming language that is relatively easy to learn; an acronym for beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code; no longer in general use (usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant pertaining to or constituting a base or basis reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality serving as a base or starting point of or denoting or of the nature of or containing a base
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to come or go into become a participant; be involved in register formally as a participant or member be or play a part of or in make a record of; set down in permanent form come on stage take on duties or office put or introduce into something set out on (an enterprise or subject of study)
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the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch) (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense special emphasis attached to something difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension (physics) force that produces strain on a physical body to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent test the limits of
that part of the ovary of a flowering plant where the ovules form the vascular structure in the uterus of most mammals providing oxygen and nutrients for and transferring wastes from the developing fetus
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply marked by depth of thinking having great spatial extension or penetration downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or laterally or outward from a center; sometimes used in combination very distant in time or space extreme having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range strong; intense relatively thick from top to bottom extending relatively far inward (of darkness) very intense large in quantity or size with head or back bent low of an obscure nature difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge exhibiting great cunning usually with secrecy to a great depth psychologically to a great depth; far down
capacity or power to produce a desired effect
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one millionth (1/1,000,000) gram
how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify an adequate or large amount the concept that something has a magnitude and can be represented in mathematical expressions by a constant or a variable
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a point or extent in space the act of putting something in a certain place a determination of the place where something is a workplace away from a studio at which some or all of a movie may be made
abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway severe criticism
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being ten more than one hundred fifty
mammals having a placenta; all mammals except monotremes and marsupials pertaining to or having or occurring by means of a placenta
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a deliberate act of omission an instance that does not conform to a rule or generalization; the only exception was her last child" grounds for adverse criticism
an enclosed armored military vehicle; has a cannon and moves on caterpillar treads a large (usually metallic) vessel for holding gases or liquids as much as a tank will hold a freight car that transports liquids or gases in bulk a cell for violent prisoners store in a tank by causing (something) to flow into it consume excessive amounts of alcohol treat in a tank
of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies
the process of introducing an acetyl group into a compound
ignorance resulting from not reading an inability to read
come into existence; take on form or shape bring into being begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc.
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stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind not used up
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move towards not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances being on the left side closely resembling the genuine article giving or spending with reluctance with or in a close or intimate relationship very close in resemblance near in time or place or relationship (of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
a blood disease characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobins in the blood
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an inflammatory disease of connective tissue with variable features including fever and weakness and fatigability and joint pains and skin lesions on the face or neck or arms
a state of equilibrium equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) equality of distribution something left after other parts have been taken away the difference between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra the seventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about September 23 to October 22 (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane a weight that balances another weight a wheel that regulates the rate of movement in a machine; especially a wheel oscillating against the hairspring of a timepiece to regulate its beat a scale for weighing; depends on pull of gravity bring into balance or equilibrium compute credits and debits of an account hold or carry in equilibrium be in equilibrium
a worker who is hired to perform a job
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inability to control the flow of urine and involuntary urination
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the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one one of four playing cards in a deck with seven pips on the face being one more than six
the clear liquid that lies above a sediment or precipitate
in the Eastern Orthodox Church this title is given to a position between bishop and patriarch; equivalent to archbishop in western Christianity a person who lives in a metropolis relating to or characteristic of a metropolis
a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810
a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens (anatomy) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration a contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix electro-acoustic transducer that vibrates to receive or produce sound waves
the sciences concerned with gathering, manipulating, storing, retrieving, and classifying recorded information
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of or relating to or caused by streptococci
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either of a pair of thick-walled tubes that carry urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder
an abnormal increase in the number of white blood cells in the blood as a result of infection (as in leukemia)
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one administration of nutrients through a vein being one more than three
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number being one more than one
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a midwestern state in north-central United States being nine more than forty
a natural or surgical joining of parts or branches of tubular structures so as to make or become continuous
a state in midwestern United States
transient cessation of respiration
a group of government agencies and organizations that carry out intelligence activities for the United States government; headed by the Director of Central Intelligence being nine more than ninety
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any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usually hairless tails a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye person who is quiet or timid a hand-operated electronic device that controls the coordinates of a cursor on your computer screen as you move it around on a pad; on the bottom of the device is a ball that rolls on the surface of the pad to go stealthily or furtively manipulate the mouse of a computer
a state in the Rocky Mountains a card or badge used to identify the bearer (psychoanalysis) primitive instincts and energies underlying all psychic activity
a class of proteins produced in lymph tissue in vertebrates and that function as antibodies in the immune response
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth (of animals) fully developed
symptom consisting of a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed tissue
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a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped the quantity contained in a bottle a vessel fitted with a flexible teat and filled with milk or formula; used as a substitute for breast feeding infants and very young children store (liquids or gases) in bottles put into bottles
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a famous chief of the Shawnee who tried to unite Indian tribes against the increasing white settlement (1768-1813)
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a recognizable kind the act of mixing cards haphazardly engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine
a transparent lubricating mucous membrane that covers the eyeball and the under surface of the eyelid
with a possibility of becoming actual
(chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding) any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients a collection containing a variety of sorts of things an event that combines things in a mixture the act of mixing together
edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant any of various herbaceous plants cultivated for an edible part such as the fruit or the root of the beet or the leaf of spinach or the seeds of bean plants or the flower buds of broccoli or cauliflower
remove by passing through a filter pass through run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government a group of organisms of the same type living or growing together one of the 13 British colonies that formed the original states of the United States a place where a group of people with the same interest or occupation are concentrated a geographical area politically controlled by a distant country (microbiology) a group of organisms grown from a single parent cell
capability to perform or produce the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment the amount that can be contained the maximum production possible a specified function (computer science) the amount of information (in bytes) that can be stored on a disk drive an electrical phenomenon whereby an electric charge is stored the power to learn or retain knowledge; in law, the ability to understand the facts and significance of your behavior tolerance for alcohol
work out undergo development or evolution gain through experience
a person who pleads for a cause or propounds an idea a lawyer who pleads cases in court push for something speak, plead, or argue in favor of
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a drug (trade names Calan and Isoptin) used as an oral or parenteral calcium blocker in cases of hypertension or congestive heart failure or angina or migraine
be different be of different opinions
a case for containing a set of articles gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose young of any of various fur-bearing animals supply with a set of articles or tools
of or relating to pharmacology
benign rumor of striated muscle
backflow of blood through a defective heart valve recall after rote memorization the reflex act of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth
the inherent capacity for coming into being the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts
inflammation in the socket of a tooth; sometimes occurs after a tooth is extracted and a blood clot fails to form inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs caused by inhaling dust; with repeated exposure the condition may become chronic
open and observable; not secret or hidden
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality in a weak or feeble manner or to a minor degree
a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need a radio or television show a document stating the aims and principles of a political party an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event an integrated course of academic studies (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation arrange a program of or for write a computer program
any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action
a flaw or weak point failure to reach a minimum required performance fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse below acceptable in performance
a person who smokes tobacco a party for men only (or one considered suitable for men only) a passenger car for passengers who wish to smoke
a definite length of time marked off by two instants a set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints the distance between things the difference in pitch between two notes
immunoassay of a substance that has been radioactively labeled
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a customary way of operation or behavior systematic training by multiple repetitions translating an idea into action the exercise of a profession knowledge of how something is usually done carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions learn by repetition engage in a rehearsal (of) avail oneself to engage in or perform
an assertion of a right (as to money or property) an assertion that something is true or factual demand for something as rightful or due an informal right to something an established or recognized right a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing demand as being one's due or property; assert one's right or title to ask for legally or make a legal claim to, as of debts, for example lay claim to; as of an idea take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs
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inhale and exhale smoke from cigarettes, cigars, pipes emit a cloud of fine particles (used especially of meats and fish) dried and cured by hanging in wood smoke
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east those who support varying degrees of social or political or economic change designed to promote the public welfare the hand that is on the left side of the body the piece of ground in the outfield on the catcher's left a turn toward the side of the body that is on the north when the person is facing east go away from a place go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness act or be so as to become in a specified state leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking move out of or depart from make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain have as a result or residue remove oneself from an association with or participation in put into the care or protection of someone leave or give by will after one's death have left or have as a remainder be survived by after one's death transmit (knowledge or skills) leave behind unintentionally being or located on or directed toward the side of the body to the west when facing north not used up intended for the left hand of or belonging to the political or intellectual left toward or on the left; also used figuratively
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consisting of or resembling spermatozoa
(computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data forms of ceremony and etiquette observed by diplomats and heads of state code of correct conduct
an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation having knowledge of
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the act of segregating or sequestering the action of forming a chelate or other stable compound with an ion or atom or molecule so that it is no longer available for reactions a writ that authorizes the seizure of property seizing property that belongs to someone else and holding it until profits pay the demand for which it was seized
give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person) give out attribute or credit to select something or someone for a specific purpose attribute or give make undue claims to having transfer one's right to decide as to where something belongs in a scheme appointed to a post or duty
a spasm of the bronchi that makes exhalation difficult and noisy; associated with asthma and bronchitis
recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property consider (oneself) as similar to somebody else conceive of as united or associated identify as in botany or biology, for example consider to be equal or the same
of or relating to saliva
any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage characteristic of humanity relating to a person having human form or attributes as opposed to those of animals or divine beings
enlarge or increase grow or intensify
an affirmative
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up to the present time used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time used after a superlative despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
get by special effort cause to be firmly attached assure payment of make certain of fill or close tightly with or as if with a plug furnish with battens free from fear or doubt; easy in mind free from danger or risk not likely to fail or give way immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with financially sound
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an elastic material obtained from the latex sap of trees (especially trees of the genera Hevea and Ficus) that can be vulcanized and finished into a variety of products any of various synthetic elastic materials whose properties resemble natural rubber an eraser made of rubber (or of a synthetic material with properties similar to rubber); commonly mounted at one end of a pencil contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse a waterproof overshoe that protects shoes from water or snow coat or impregnate with rubber returned for lack of funds
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relating to or causing or involving catalysis
a spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain (phonology) the loss of sounds from within a word (as in `fo'c'sle' for `forecastle')
an African clawed frog; in some classifications made the type genus of a separate family Xenopodidae
deem to be look at attentively connect closely and often incriminatingly
a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast stag with antlers of 12 or more branches of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch established or chartered or authorized by royalty being of the rank of a monarch belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler invested with royal power as symbolized by a crown
leukopenia in which the decrease is primarily in number of neutrophils (the chief phagocytic leukocyte)
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(genetics) either of a pair (or series) of alternative forms of a gene that can occupy the same locus on a particular chromosome and that control the same character
a painful and involuntary muscular contraction (pathology) sudden constriction of a hollow organ (as a blood vessel)
the act of adding decoration a decoration or adornment on a garment cutting down to the desired size or shape remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size decorate, as with ornaments cut down on; make a reduction in balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces be in equilibrium during a flight decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of cut closely adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used
a compound found in women's urine during certain phases of the menstrual cycle and in the urine of pregnant women
the property of flowing easily a changeable quality
use again after processing
not subject to the control of the will controlled by the autonomic nervous system; without conscious control
having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor)
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a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance a continuous tube formed by a row of elongated cells lacking intervening end walls an enclosed conduit for a fluid
a person's social heritage: previous experience or training the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem extraneous signals that can be confused with the phenomenon to be observed or measured relatively unimportant or inconspicuous accompanying situation the state of the environment in which a situation exists (computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear scenery hung at back of stage understate the importance or quality of
the muscle in the back part of the leg that forms the greater part of the calf; responsible for the plantar flexion of the foot
a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake a cherished desire a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality someone or something wonderful have a daydream; indulge in a fantasy experience while sleeping
the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm a cut of meat including the upper joint of the foreleg a ball-and-socket joint between the head of the humerus and a cavity of the scapula the part of a garment that covers or fits over the shoulder a narrow edge of land (usually unpaved) along the side of a road lift onto one's shoulders push with the shoulders carry a burden, either real or metaphoric
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closure or blockage (as of a blood vessel) (meteorology) a composite front when colder air surrounds a mass of warm air and forces it aloft (dentistry) the normal spatial relation of the teeth when the jaws are closed an obstruction in a pipe or tube the act of blocking
the performance of a part or role in a drama carry out or perform an action perform a function give a performance (of something) get (something) done
a small handbook (military) a prescribed drill in handling a rifle of or relating to the hands requiring human effort doing or requiring physical work
not necessary
the act of changing one thing or position for another change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence exchange or give (something) in exchange for lay aside, abandon, or leave for another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation flog with or as if with a flexible rod reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
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the innermost of the two layers of the pericardium
a rare soft silvery metallic element; occurs in small quantities in sphalerite
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a soft silvery metallic element of the alkali metal group; burns in air and reacts violently in water; occurs in carnallite and lepidolite and pollucite
a particular instance of buying or selling an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent a plank of softwood (fir or pine board) wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir) the cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time the type of treatment received (especially as the result of an agreement) the act of distributing playing cards the act of apportioning or distributing something act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression take into consideration for exemplifying purposes take action with respect to (someone or something) come to terms with administer or bestow, as in small portions do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood be in charge of, act on, or dispose of behave in a certain way towards others distribute cards to the players in a game direct the course of; manage or control give out as one's portion or share give (a specific card) to a player sell
a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement directions for making something a conventionalized statement expressing some fundamental principle a representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements something regarded as a normative example a liquid food for infants (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems
a material used to coat cooking utensils and in industrial applications where sticking is to be avoided
people who are old collectively advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables)
a nitrogenous substance found in mucous secretions; a lubricant that protects body surfaces
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a datum that can be represented numerically
a threadlike strand of DNA in the cell nucleus that carries the genes in a linear order
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permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter hard to pass through because of dense growth having high relative density or specific gravity slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
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the act of arranging in a graduated series changing the ground level to a smooth horizontal or gently sloping surface evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score assign a rank or rating to level to the right gradient assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation determine the grade of or assign a grade to
pertaining to or exhibiting magnetism produced by electric charge in motion
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically
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the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside
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trousers that end at or above the knee the main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber luggage consisting of a large strong case used when traveling or for storage the body excluding the head and neck and limbs compartment in an automobile that carries luggage or shopping or tools a long flexible snout as of an elephant
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the small projection of a mammary gland a flexible cap on a baby's feeding bottle or pacifier
a group of organisms sharing a specific genetic constitution the particular alleles at specified loci present in an organism
the relative frequency of occurrence of something the striking of a light beam on a surface
a crystalline amino acid obtained from gelatin or collagen
pain that feels hot as if it were on fire a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun an injury caused by exposure to heat or chemicals or radiation a place or area that has been burned (especially on a person's body) damage inflicted by fire destroy by fire shine intensely, as if with heat undergo combustion cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort cause to burn or combust feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion cause to undergo combustion burn at the stake spend (significant amounts of money) feel hot or painful burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun create by duplicating data use up (energy) burn with heat, fire, or radiation
restate (words) from one language into another language change from one form or medium into another make sense of a language bring to a certain spiritual state change the position of (figures or bodies) in space without rotation be equivalent in effect be translatable, or be translatable in a certain way subject to movement in which every part of the body moves parallel to and the same distance as every other point on the body express, as in simple and less technical language determine the amino-acid sequence of a protein during its synthesis by using information on the messenger RNA
relating to or affected by metastasis
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a polysaccharide produced in basophils (especially in the lung and liver) and that inhibits the activity of thrombin in coagulation of the blood; it (trade names Lipo-Hepin and Liquaemin) is used as an anticoagulant in the treatment of thrombosis and in heart surgery
being or occurring within a lung
a rare silvery (usually trivalent) metallic element; brittle at low temperatures but liquid above room temperature; occurs in trace amounts in bauxite and zinc ores
close fighting during the culmination of a military attack a threatened or attempted physical attack by someone who appears to be able to cause bodily harm if not stopped thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1946 the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will attack someone physically or emotionally force (someone) to have sex against their will attack in speech or writing
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the part of the day between noon and evening a conventional expression of greeting or farewell
of or relating to the vagina
in a reflex manner in a mechanical manner; by a mechanism
any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body the courage to carry on impudent aggressiveness get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
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an extended area of land a system of body parts that together serve some particular purpose a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain
a person who uses the mind creatively of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind appealing to or using the intellect involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct
a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth Norwegian diplomat who was the first Secretary General of the United Nations (1896-1968) position or manner in which something is situated be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position originate (in) be and remain in a particular state or condition tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive have a place in relation to something else assume a reclining position
someone who has diabetes
the decade from 1990 to 1999
improve or perfect by pruning or polishing make more complex, intricate, or richer treat or prepare so as to put in a usable condition reduce to a fine, unmixed, or pure state; separate from extraneous matter or cleanse from impurities attenuate or reduce in vigor, strength, or validity by polishing or purifying make more precise or increase the discriminatory powers of (used of persons and their behavior) cultivated and genteel freed from impurities by processing showing a high degree of refinement and the assurance that comes from wide social experience suggesting taste, ease, and wealth free from what is tawdry or unbecoming
an event in which one thing is substituted for another the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help"
(of living tissue) lacking normal tone or tension (of a solution) having a lower osmotic pressure than a comparison solution
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gonadotropic hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary; in females it stimulates growth of the mammary glands and lactation after parturition
the base part of a tree that remains standing after the tree has been felled the part of a limb or tooth that remains after the rest is removed (cricket) any of three upright wooden posts that form the wicket a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it cause to be perplexed or confounded walk heavily travel through a district and make political speeches remove tree stumps from
certainty based on past experience the state of relying on something
a microscopic network of actin filaments and microtubules in the cytoplasm of many living cells that gives the cell shape and coherence
the first letter of a word (especially a person's name) mark with one's initials occurring at the beginning
a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
have and exert influence or effect shape or influence; give direction to induce into action by using one's charm
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a component of a mixture that has been separated by a fractional process a small part or item forming a piece of a whole the quotient of two rational numbers perform a division
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the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality a perceptual structure any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) alternative names for the body of a human being the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance the visual appearance of something or someone a printed document with spaces in which to write (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse a particular mode in which something is manifested (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary a body of students who are taught together an ability to perform well a life-size dummy used to display clothes a mold for setting concrete create (as an entity) to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" develop into a distinctive entity give shape or form to make something, usually for a specific function establish or impress firmly in the mind assume a form or shape
a medical establishment run by a group of medical specialists meeting for diagnosis of problems and instruction or remedial work in a particular activity a healthcare facility for outpatient care
a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue
of or relating to the menopause
an aerobic Gram-negative coccobacillus that causes brucellosis; can be used as a bioweapon
an act that fails an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose lack of success a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently an unexpected omission inability to discharge all your debts as they come due loss of ability to function normally
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exhibiting or caused by radioactivity
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a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
keep from happening or arising; make impossible stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event) attend a dance or a party without a female companion give away information about somebody watch, observe, or inquire secretly written for or performed on the stage deliberately arranged for effect
either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking (botany) either of the two parts of a bilabiate corolla or calyx an impudent or insolent rejoinder the top edge of a vessel or other container either the outer margin or the inner margin of the aperture of a gastropod's shell
a white or silvered surface where pictures can be projected for viewing a protective covering that keeps things out or hinders sight the display that is electronically created on the surface of the large end of a cathode-ray tube a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something a protective covering consisting of netting; can be mounted in a frame the personnel of the film industry a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles a door that consists of a frame holding metallic or plastic netting; used to allow ventilation and to keep insects from entering a building through the open door partition consisting of a decorative frame or panel that serves to divide a space test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
of the cup-shaped socket that receives the head of the thigh bone
of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth of or relating to the science of economics using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness concerned with worldly necessities of life (especially money) financially rewarding
any distinct time period in a sequence of events a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process a large platform on which people can stand and can be seen by an audience the theater as a profession (usually `the stage') a large coach-and-four formerly used to carry passengers and mail on regular routes between towns a section or portion of a journey or course any scene regarded as a setting for exhibiting or doing something a small platform on a microscope where the specimen is mounted for examination perform (a play), especially on a stage plan, organize, and carry out (an event) attend a dance or a party without a female companion give away information about somebody watch, observe, or inquire secretly
of or relating to apnea
determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis subject to a medical analysis
act as a barrier between; stand between force, take, or pull apart mark as different separate into parts or portions divide into components or constituents arrange or order by classes or categories make a division or separation discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart become separated into pieces or fragments treat differently on the basis of sex or race come apart divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork being or feeling set or kept apart from others spaced apart separated at the joint no longer connected or joined
undergo hypertrophy (of an organ or body part) excessively enlarged as a result of increased size in the constituent cells
becoming stronger the act of increasing the strength of something make strong or stronger gain strength give a healthy elasticity to
a creation of the highest excellence an artist who has created classic works of recognized authority or excellence of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures
a radioactive gaseous element formed by the disintegration of radium; the heaviest of the inert gasses; occurs naturally (especially in areas over granite) and is considered a hazard to health a graduate nurse who has passed examinations for registration
any of various organs that synthesize substances needed by the body and release it through ducts or directly into the bloodstream
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in an adverse manner
(surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient the practice of offering something (usually money) in order to gain an illicit advantage the act of grafting something onto something else cause to grow together parts from different plants place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient
being of the nature of a notion or concept
the visual percept of a region
rod-shaped Gram-negative enterobacteria; some are pathogenic for warm-blooded animals; can be used as a bioweapon
recognize or perceive the difference treat differently on the basis of sex or race distinguish marked by the ability to see or make fine distinctions
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usually; as a rule without distinction of one from others without regard to specific details or exceptions
a unit of radiation exposure; the dose of ionizing radiation that will produce 1 electrostatic unit of electricity in 1 cc of dry air (physics) the universal constant in the gas equation: pressure times volume = R times temperature; equal to 8.3143 joules per kelvin per mole the 18th letter of the Roman alphabet the length of a line segment between the center and circumference of a circle or sphere
place into the hands or custody of guide or conduct or usher somewhere having or involving the use of hands
a general term for female steroid sex hormones that are secreted by the ovary and responsible for typical female sexual characteristics
displaying numbers rather than scale positions relating to or performed with the fingers of a circuit or device that represents magnitudes in digits
interpret falsely interpret wrongly interpret in the wrong way
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a highball with liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice a plaything consisting of a Y-shaped stick with elastic between the arms; used to propel small stones a shoe that has a strap that wraps around the heel a simple weapon consisting of a looped strap in which a projectile is whirled and then released bandage to support an injured forearm; consisting of a wide triangular piece of cloth hanging from around the neck hurl as if with a sling hang loosely or freely; let swing move with a sling hold or carry in a sling
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress injure permanently attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant put at a disadvantage
a graphical record of electric currents associated with muscle contractions
a fabric made of compressed matted animal fibers mat together and make felt-like cover with felt change texture so as to become matted and felt-like undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
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Finnish physician who first described vascular hemophilia (1870-1949)
the ion NH4 derived from ammonia; behaves in many respects like an alkali metal ion
the dressed skin of an animal (especially a large animal) seam made by turning under or folding together and stitching the seamed materials to avoid rough edges the act of felling something (as a tree) cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow pass away rapidly sew a seam by folding the edges descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
a steroid hormone that is produced by the adrenal cortex of animals; affects functioning of gonads and has anti-inflammatory activity
a kind of polyester fabric
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit the power or right to give orders or make decisions (usually plural) persons who exercise (administrative) control over others an expert whose views are taken as definitive freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities an administrative unit of government official permission or approval an authoritative written work
the act of moving something from one location to another someone who transfers or is transferred from one position to another the act of transfering something from one form to another a ticket that allows a passenger to change conveyances application of a skill learned in one situation to a different but similar situation transferring ownership transfer somebody to a different position or location of work move from one place to another lift and reset in another soil or situation move around cause to change ownership change from one vehicle or transportation line to another send from one person or place to another shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes transfer from one place or period to another
pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life suffer or face the pain of death be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame stop operating or functioning feel indifferent towards languish as with love or desire cut or shape with a die to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player lose sparkle or bouquet disappear or come to an end suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense)
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return to its original or usable and functioning condition return to life; get or give new life or energy give or bring back restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
a person who makes deceitful pretenses (often used in combination) not genuine but having the appearance of
a newspaper that is published every day of or belonging to or occurring every day appropriate for ordinary or routine occasions every day; without missing a day gradually and progressively
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the removal of covering take away possessions from someone get undressed remove the surface from remove substances from by a percolating liquid lay bare steal goods; take as spoils remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely strip the cured leaves from remove the thread (of screws) remove a constituent from a liquid take off or remove draw the last milk (of cows) remove (someone's or one's own) clothes
of or related to the amnion or characterized by developing an amnion
the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense something resembling the tooth of an animal toothlike structure in invertebrates found in the mouth or alimentary canal or on a shell a means of enforcement one of a number of uniform projections on a gear
return to its original or usable and functioning condition return to life; get or give new life or energy give or bring back restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
French neurologist who tried to use hypnotism to cure hysteria (1825-1893)
be successful; achieve a goal be in charge of, act on, or dispose of come to terms with watch and direct achieve something by means of trickery or devious methods carry on or function handle effectively
preventing movement
provide physical relief, as from pain free someone temporarily from his or her obligations grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to lessen the intensity of or calm save from ruin, destruction, or harm relieve oneself of troubling information provide relief for free from a burden, evil, or distress take by stealing grant exemption or release to alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive
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moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness mild and pleasant
a thin layer covering the surface of a liquid reading or glancing through quickly travel on the surface of water move or pass swiftly and lightly over the surface of examine hastily cause to skip over a surface coat (a liquid) with a layer remove from the surface read superficially used of milk and milk products from which the cream has been removed
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch an outer surface (usually thin) body covering of a living animal a person's skin regarded as their life the rind of a fruit or vegetable a bag serving as a container for liquids; it is made from the hide of an animal climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling bruise, cut, or injure the skin or the surface of remove the bark of a tree strip the skin off
the branch of biology that deals with the structure of animals and plants studies of the rules for forming admissible words the admissible arrangement of sounds in words the branch of geology that studies the characteristics and configuration and evolution of rocks and land forms
present in great quantity
a white nutritious liquid secreted by mammals and used as food by human beings produced by mammary glands of female mammals for feeding their young a river that rises in the Rockies in northwestern Montana and flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River any of several nutritive milklike liquids take milk from female mammals exploit as much as possible add milk to
the act of retaining something the power of retaining and recalling past experience the power of retaining liquid
of parents and children; related by adoption acquired as your own by free choice
the act of killing yourself a person who kills himself intentionally
be contingent upon (something that is elided) have faith or confidence in
a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning a condition in which things are not in their expected places a disturbance of the peace or of public order disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed bring disorder to
(of long-chain carbon compounds especially fats) having many unsaturated bonds
a practical method or art applied to some particular task skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father) the founder of a family `Father' is a term of address for priests in some churches (especially the Roman Catholic Church or the Orthodox Catholic Church); `Padre' is frequently used in the military (Christianity) any of about 70 theologians in the period from the 2nd to the 7th century whose writing established and confirmed official church doctrine; in the Roman Catholic Church some were later declared saints and became Doctor of the Church; the best known Latin Church Fathers are Ambrose, Augustine, Gregory the Great, and Jerome; those who wrote in Greek include Athanasius, Basil, Gregory Nazianzen, and John Chrysostom a person who holds an important or distinguished position in some organization God when considered as the first person in the Trinity a person who founds or establishes some institution the head of an organized crime family make children
a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year
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a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay as the end result of a succession or process the item at the end
inflammation of the vermiform appendix
make stable and keep from fluctuating or put into an equilibrium support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace become stable or more stable causing to become stable
undergo or be subjected to undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) experience (emotional) pain put up with something or somebody unpleasant get worse feel pain or be in pain feel physical pain feel unwell or uncomfortable be given to undergo or suffer be set at a disadvantage
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a commercial leavening agent containing yeast cells; used to raise the dough in making bread and for fermenting beer or whiskey any of various single-celled fungi that reproduce asexually by budding or division
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the period during which an embryo develops (about 266 days in humans) the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus the conception and development of an idea or plan
intravenous beta blocker (trade name Brevibloc) that acts for only a short time; used primarily for cardiac arrhythmias
a doctor who specializes in medical diagnosis
a state of conflict between persons the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another effort expended in moving one object over another with pressure
marked by no noteworthy or significant events
give advice to inform (somebody) of something make a proposal, declare a plan for something having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel having received information
of or relating to feces
any skeletal muscle having two origins (but especially the muscle that flexes the forearm)
(usually plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant a natural fiber (raw cotton, wool, hemp, flax) that can be twisted to form yarn material suitable for manufacture or use or finishing a short U-shaped wire nail for securing cables paper fastener consisting of a short length of U-shaped wire that can fasten papers together secure or fasten with a staple or staples
a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers a device used for shaping metal a cutting tool that is fitted into a diestock and used for cutting male (external) screw threads on screws or bolts or pipes or rods pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life suffer or face the pain of death be brought to or as if to the point of death by an intense emotion such as embarrassment, amusement, or shame stop operating or functioning feel indifferent towards languish as with love or desire cut or shape with a die to be on base at the end of an inning, of a player lose sparkle or bouquet disappear or come to an end suffer spiritual death; be damned (in the religious sense)
a trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs with yttrium a room in a hospital or clinic staffed and equipped to provide emergency care to persons requiring immediate medical treatment
design or construct on a smaller scale
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one of the small thin-walled arteries that end in capillaries
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a person skilled in a particular type of therapy
an erect penis a structure that has been erected the act of building or putting up
a charge of ammunition for a single shot an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs a regular route for a sentry or policeman (often plural) a series of professional calls (usually in a set order) the activity of playing 18 holes of golf the usual activities in your day (sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive the course along which communications spread a serving to each of a group (usually alcoholic) a cut of beef between the rump and the lower leg a partsong in which voices follow each other; one voice starts and others join in one after another until all are singing different parts of the song at the same time an outburst of applause a crosspiece between the legs of a chair any circular or rotating mechanism wind around; move along a circular course make round pronounce with rounded lips attack in speech or writing bring to a highly developed, finished, or refined state express as a round number become round, plump, or shapely having a circular shape (of sounds) full and rich (mathematics) expressed to the nearest integer, ten, hundred, or thousand from beginning to end; throughout
in a surgical manner; by means of surgery
a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations relating to or producing insensibility characterized by insensibility
not expected or anticipated
the process of oscillating between states (physics) a regular periodic variation in value about a mean a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon
any of the eight small bones of the wrist of primates of or relating to the wrist
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the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus
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capable of being measured of distinguished importance
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chrosomal abnormality in which there is one more than the normal number of chromosomes in a cell
be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body affected by wear; damaged by long use showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
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a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely the act of testing something a race run on foot an unbroken series of events (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team a regular trip the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace the continuous period of time during which something (a machine or a factory) operates or continues in operation unrestricted freedom to use the production achieved during a continuous period of operation (of a machine or factory etc.) a small stream a race between candidates for elective office a row of unravelled stitches the pouring forth of a fluid an unbroken chronological sequence a short trip move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time flee; take to one's heels; cut and run stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. have a particular form move along, of liquids perform as expected when applied change or be different within limits run, stand, or compete for an office or a position cause to emit recorded audio or video move about freely and without restraint, or act as if running around in an uncontrolled way have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be operating, running or functioning change from one state to another cause to perform be affected by; be subjected to continue to exist occur persistently carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine include as the content; broadcast or publicize carry out pass over, across, or through cause something to pass or lead somewhere make without a miss deal in illegally, such as arms or liquor cause an animal to move fast be diffused sail before the wind cover by running; run a certain distance extend or continue for a certain period of time set animals loose to graze keep company run with the ball; in such sports as football travel rapidly, by any (unspecified) means travel a route regularly pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals) compete in a race progress by being changed reduce or cause to be reduced from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heating come unraveled or undone as if by snagging become undone
relating to or caused by bacteria
a reference point to shoot at a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence the location of the target that is to be hit sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
spherical Gram-positive bacteria occurring in pairs or chains; cause e.g. scarlet fever and tonsillitis
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a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
a radioactive transuranic element a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms a state in northwestern United States on the Canadian border the use of computers to translate from one language to another
the act of expanding by pressure from within the state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions
abnormally high acidity (excess hydrogen-ion concentration) of the blood and other body tissues
without using a microscope
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someone who is under suspicion a person or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law; the person being sued or accused imagine to be the case or true or probable regard as untrustworthy; regard with suspicion; have no faith or confidence in hold in suspicion; believe to be guilty not as expected
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a model or standard for making comparisons
any of several international socialist organizations concerning or belonging to all or at least two or more nations from or between other countries
having six units or components by a factor of six
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make full, also in a metaphorical sense become full occupy the whole of assume, as of positions or roles fill or meet a want or need appoint someone to (a position or a job) eat until one is sated fill to satisfaction plug with a substance (usually followed by `with' or used as a combining form) generously supplied with of purchase orders that have been filled (of time) taken up
a member of the military police who polices soldiers and guards prisoners a military corps that enforces discipline and guards prisoners
a facility consisting of the means and equipment necessary for the movement of passengers or goods the act of moving something from one location to another the sum charged for riding in a public conveyance the United States federal department that institutes and coordinates national transportation programs; created in 1966 the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials the act of expelling a person from their native land
a person who is markedly small a legendary creature resembling a tiny old man; lives in the depths of the earth and guards buried treasure a plant or animal that is atypically small make appear small by comparison check the growth of
a policy of creating strategic alliances in order to check the expansion of a hostile power or ideology or to force it to negotiate peacefully (physics) a system designed to prevent the accidental release of radioactive material from a reactor the act of containing; keeping something from spreading
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the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France the people of France United States sculptor who created the seated marble figure of Abraham Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. (1850-1931) cut (e.g, beans) lengthwise in preparation for cooking of or pertaining to France or the people of France
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luminescence resulting from a chemical reaction as the oxidation of luciferin in fireflies
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excessive accumulation of blood or other fluid in a body part excessive crowding
fix or set securely or deeply become attached to and embedded in the uterus put firmly in the mind (used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance the quantity contained in a box a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible a rectangular drawing evergreen shrubs or small trees any one of several designated areas on a ball field where the batter or catcher or coaches are positioned the driver's seat on a coach separate partitioned area in a public place for a few people a blow with the hand (usually on the ear) put into a box hit with the fist engage in a boxing match
a youthful male person a friendly informal reference to a grown man a male human offspring (ethnic slur) offensive and disparaging term for Black man
identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis subject to a medical analysis
of or relating to the cranium which encloses the brain
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a native or inhabitant of Canada a river rising in northeastern New Mexico and flowing eastward across the Texas panhandle to become a tributary of the Arkansas River in Oklahoma of or relating to Canada or its people
an association organized to promote art or science or education set up or lay the groundwork for advance or set forth in court
an event in which something is displaced without rotation a qualitative change the time period during which you are at work the act of changing one thing or position for another the act of moving from one place to another (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a crew of workers who work for a specific period of time the key on the typewriter keyboard that shifts from lower-case letters to upper-case letters a woman's sleeveless undergarment a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
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affecting or characteristic of the body as opposed to the mind or spirit
the act of forcing out someone or something squeezing out by applying pressure the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting
a particular environment or walk of life any spherically shaped artifact the geographical area in which one nation is very influential a particular aspect of life or activity a solid figure bounded by a spherical surface (including the space it encloses) a three-dimensional closed surface such that every point on the surface is equidistant from the center the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
occurring or operating at the same time
determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis subject to a medical analysis
an idea that is suggested a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection a just detectable amount persuasion formulated as a suggestion the sequential mental process in which one thought leads to another by association the act of inducing hypnosis
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a closed sac that develops abnormally in some body structure a small anatomically normal sac or bladderlike structure (especially one containing fluid)
examination of tissues or liquids from the living body to determine the existence or cause of a disease
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a reply of denial a piece of photographic film showing an image with light and shade or colors reversed vote against; refuse to endorse; refuse to assent
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a person suffering with rheumatism of or pertaining to arthritis
being of use or service having a useful function
occurring or extending throughout a state
and nothing more
(biology) growth anew of lost tissue or destroyed parts or organs feedback in phase with (augmenting) the input the activity of spiritual or physical renewal forming again (especially with improvements or removal of defects); renewing and reconstituting
the aggregate of past events a record or narrative description of past events the discipline that records and interprets past events involving human beings the continuum of events occurring in succession leading from the past to the present and even into the future all that is remembered of the past as preserved in writing; a body of knowledge
the property of being flexible; easily bent or shaped the quality of being adaptable or variable the trait of being easily persuaded
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one of two (approximately) equal parts one of two basic subdivisions of a tribe
(surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient) the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location lift and reset in another soil or situation be transplantable place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient transfer from one place or period to another
of or relating to the sympathetic nervous system expressing or feeling or resulting from sympathy or compassion or friendly fellow feelings; disposed toward showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity (of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings having similar disposition and tastes relating to vibrations that occur as a result of vibrations in a nearby body
denoting or relating to cells or tissues from individuals belonging to the same species but genetically dissimilar (and hence immunologically incompatible)
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something added to enhance food or gasoline or paint or medicine designating or involving an equation whose terms are of the first degree characterized or produced by addition
in an intensive manner
a beautiful and graceful girl (Persian folklore) a supernatural being descended from fallen angels and excluded from paradise until penance is done
the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time a meeting arranged by the visitor to see someone (such as a doctor or lawyer) for treatment or advice the act of visiting in an official capacity (as for an inspection) the act of going to see some person in a professional capacity a temporary stay (e.g., as a guest) go to see a place, as for entertainment go to certain places as for sightseeing pay a brief visit come to see in an official or professional capacity impose something unpleasant talk socially without exchanging too much information stay with as a guest assail
a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe French writer of sophisticated novels and short stories (1844-1924)
a disease of the retina that can result in loss of vision
a salt of uric acid
the act of departing euphemistic expressions for death advancing toward a goal change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically follow a procedure or take a course move away from a place into another direction enter or assume a certain state or condition be awarded; be allotted have a particular form stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point follow a certain course be abolished or discarded be or continue to be in a certain condition make a certain noise or sound perform as expected when applied to be spent or finished progress by being changed continue to live through hardship or adversity pass, fare, or elapse; of a certain state of affairs or action pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life be in the right place or situation be ranked or compare begin or set in motion have a turn; make one's move in a game be contained in be sounded, played, or expressed blend or harmonize lead, extend, or afford access be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way be spent give support (to) or make a choice (of) one out of a group or number stop operating or functioning in full operation
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convert information into code
English biochemist (born in Germany) who discovered the Krebs cycle (1900-1981)
abnormally rapid heartbeat (over 100 beats per minute)
of or relating to electrophoresis
divide into segments
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a nitrogenous substance found in mucous secretions; a lubricant that protects body surfaces
worthy of acceptance or satisfactory judged to be in conformity with approved usage meeting requirements adequate for the purpose
a sensory receptor that responds to chemical stimuli
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any substance (as a toxin or enzyme) that stimulates an immune response in the body (especially the production of antibodies)
an arrangement of two or more objects or persons one behind another a bicycle with two sets of pedals and two seats one behind the other
incapable of or resistant to bending incapable of compromise or flexibility incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances designating an airship or dirigible having a form maintained by a stiff unyielding frame or structure fixed and unmoving
small ovoid fruit of the European olive tree; important food and source of oil evergreen tree cultivated in the Mediterranean region since antiquity and now elsewhere; has edible shiny black fruits hard yellow often variegated wood of an olive tree; used in cabinetwork one-seeded fruit of the European olive tree usually pickled and used as a relish a yellow-green color of low brightness and saturation of a yellow-green color similar to that of an unripe olive
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something use of physical or mental energy; hard work a notable achievement a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
succeed in obtaining a position pierce with a wooden pin or knock or thrust a wooden pin into fasten or secure with a wooden pin stabilize (the price of a commodity or an exchange rate) by legislation or market operations
of or pertaining to rotation
new connective tissue and tiny blood vessels that form on the surfaces of a wound during the healing process the act of forming something into granules or grains
make formless twist and press out of shape cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form become misshapen alter the shape of (something) by stress assume a different shape or form so badly formed or out of shape as to be ugly
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening refrain from doing something refrain from certain foods or beverages declare invalid
an acute febrile highly contagious viral disease
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not made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially not made ready for use or marketing (of land) not cleared of trees and brush; in the wild or natural state
a new appraisal or evaluation an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians a periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion (law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court) practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory a formal or official examination look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious marked by repeated turns and bends not straightforward
(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level (electronics) the production of (semiconductor) crystals by slow crystallization from the molten state pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth relating to or suitable for growth
the act that results in something coming to be an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something (usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine
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(anatomy) a dividing partition between two tissues or cavities a partition or wall especially in an ovary
the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time
someone who is no longer alive pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life dead
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congenital deformity of the foot usually marked by a curled shape or twisted position of the ankle and heel and toes
the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy the act of discharging a gun the act of setting something on fire the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) start firing a weapon cause to go off bake in a kiln so as to harden terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position go off or discharge drive out or away by or as if by fire call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) destroy by fire provide with fuel
involving or depending on several factors or causes (especially pertaining to a condition or disease resulting from the interaction of many genes)
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make a prediction about; tell in advance indicate by signs
the line that appears to bound an object a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory a schematic or preliminary plan describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of draw up an outline or sketch for something trace the shape of
mistake one thing for another be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly cause to feel embarrassment assemble without order or sense make unclear, indistinct, or blurred perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment lacking orderly continuity having lost your bearings; confused as to time or place or personal identity thrown into a state of disarray or confusion mentally confused; unable to think with clarity or act intelligently
an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect a representative who acts on behalf of other persons or organizations a substance that exerts some force or effect a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any agent or representative of a federal agency or bureau the semantic role of the animate entity that instigates or causes the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
a small part of something intended as representative of the whole items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class take a sample of
a boxlike container in a piece of furniture; made so as to slide in and out the person who writes a check or draft instructing the drawee to pay someone else an artist skilled at drawing
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occurring or operating at the same time matching point for point
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to cover or extend over an area or time period
malignant neoplasm of blood-forming tissues; characterized by abnormal proliferation of leukocytes; one of the four major types of cancer
become normal or return to its normal state make normal or cause to conform to a norm or standard bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling
the southeastern part of Papua New Guinea
a column of light (as from a beacon) a branch of an umbel or an umbelliform inflorescence (mathematics) a straight line extending from a point a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation the syllable naming the second (supertonic) note of any major scale in solmization any of the stiff bony spines in the fin of a fish cartilaginous fishes having horizontally flattened bodies and enlarged winglike pectoral fins with gills on the underside; most swim by moving the pectoral fins emit as rays extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center expose to radiation
of or related to the synthetic phase of metabolism characterized by or promoting constructive metabolism
a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement a slight but noticeable partiality the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical pitching dangerously to one side to incline or bend from a vertical position heel over move sideways or in an unsteady way charge with a tilt
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in a striking manner
pathological sensitivity extreme sensitivity
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a method of physical therapy that involves generating local heat in body tissues by high-frequency electromagnetic currents
a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain a trodden path
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a diagrammatic representation of the earth's surface (or part of it) (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) make a map of; show or establish the features of details of explore or survey for the purpose of making a map locate within a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known DNA or gene sequences plan, delineate, or arrange in detail depict as if on a map to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
twelve dozen
the month following February and preceding April a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) make imperfect destroy or injure severely
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being ten more than one hundred thirty
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the month following April and preceding June thorny Eurasian shrub of small tree having dense clusters of white to scarlet flowers followed by deep red berries; established as an escape in eastern North America
street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate
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clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing a supplementary component that improves capability someone who helps another person commit a crime aiding and abetting in a crime furnishing added support
a colorless water-soluble glutinous protein obtained from animal tissues such as bone and skin an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects
the body of members of an organization or group the state of being a member
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make or work out a plan for; devise plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form create designs conceive or fashion in the mind; invent intend or have as a purpose done or made or performed with purpose and intent
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causing destruction or much damage
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become become larger, greater, or bigger; expand or gain increase in size by natural process cause to grow or develop develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation come into existence; take on form or shape cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) grow emotionally or mature become attached by or as if by the process of growth
an enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of many body compounds (e.g., epinephrine and norepinephrine and serotonin) Chinese communist leader (1893-1976)
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman) someone who serves in the armed forces; a member of a military force the generic use of the word to refer to any human being any living or extinct member of the family Hominidae characterized by superior intelligence, articulate speech, and erect carriage a male subordinate an adult male person who has a manly character (virile and courageous competent) a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer a male person who plays a significant role (husband or lover or boyfriend) in the life of a particular woman one of the British Isles in the Irish Sea game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games all of the living human inhabitants of the earth take charge of a certain job; occupy a certain work place provide with workers
the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body a narrow elongated projecting strip of land a cut of meat from the neck of an animal a narrow part of an artifact that resembles a neck in position or form an opening in a garment for the neck of the wearer; a part of the garment near the wearer's neck kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion
an irritable petulant feeling excessive sensitivity of an organ or body part a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger
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the quality of being elongated an addition to the length of something the act of lengthening something
glyceride occurring naturally in animal and vegetable tissues; it consists of three individual fatty acids bound together in a single large molecule; an important energy source forming much of the fat stored by the body
the 17th letter of the Roman alphabet
a small waterfall or series of small waterfalls a succession of stages or operations or processes or units a sudden downpour (as of tears or sparks etc) likened to a rain shower rush down in big quantities, like a cascade arrange (open windows) on a computer desktop so that they overlap each other, with the title bars visible
control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit an event in which one thing is substituted for another hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure railroad track having two movable rails and necessary connections; used to turn a train from one track to another or to store rolling stock a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment a basketball maneuver; two defensive players shift assignments so that each guards the player usually guarded by the other the act of changing one thing or position for another change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence exchange or give (something) in exchange for lay aside, abandon, or leave for another make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation flog with or as if with a flexible rod reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
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a container that is usually woven and has handles the quantity contained in a basket horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball a score in basketball made by throwing the ball through the hoop
a garment size for a tall person great in vertical dimension; high in stature lofty in style impressively difficult too improbable to admit of belief
the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of tumors
a protective covering or structure armor carried on the arm to intercept blows hard outer covering or case of certain organisms such as arthropods and turtles protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm hold back a thought or feeling about
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(Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass proceeding in small stages (of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt
the starting point for a new state or experience the smallest detectable sensation the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway a region marking a boundary
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily the official house or establishment of an important person (as a sovereign or president) the act of dwelling in a place a large and imposing house
a flow of electricity through a conductor a steady flow of a fluid (usually from natural causes) dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas
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that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast a stable order (especially of society) the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation
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a death resulting from an accident or a disaster the quality of being able to cause death or fatal disasters
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shaped like a boat
be different be of different opinions
indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks
relying on observation or experiment
a substance that unites or bonds surfaces together tending to adhere
a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass a mouth or mouthlike opening (especially one created by surgery on the surface of the body to create an opening to an internal organ)
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit (chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse arrange into a group or groups form a group or group together
someone who supervises (an examination) someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided an ironclad vessel built by Federal forces to do battle with the Merrimac display produced by a device that takes signals and displays them on a television screen or a computer monitor electronic equipment that is used to check the quality or content of electronic transmissions a piece of electronic equipment that keeps track of the operation of a system continuously and warns of trouble any of various large tropical carnivorous lizards of Africa and Asia and Australia; fabled to warn of crocodiles keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance check, track, or observe by means of a receiver
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a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second English physicist who established the mechanical theory of heat and discovered the first law of thermodynamics (1818-1889)
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of be on the mind of be of importance or consequence arousing or holding the attention
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serving to sustain or support
small Old World burrowing desert rodent with long soft pale fur and hind legs adapted for leaping
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a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government written contract or certificate of insurance
the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service the system whereby messages are transmitted via the post office a conveyance that transports the letters and packages that are conveyed by the postal system any particular collection of letters or packages that is delivered (Middle Ages) flexible armor made of interlinked metal rings send via the postal service cause to be directed or transmitted to another place
make sensitive or aware cause to sense; make sensitive make sensitive to a drug or allergen make (a material) sensitive to light, often of a particular colour, by coating it with a photographic emulsion having an allergy or peculiar or excessive susceptibility (especially to a specific factor)
any very large body of (salt) water a principal pipe in a system that distributes water or gas or electricity or that collects sewage most important element (of a clause) capable of standing syntactically alone as a complete sentence of force; of the greatest possible intensity
the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) a process of taking up or using up or consuming
a young pig
the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico
the process of becoming acid or being converted into an acid
lime- or lemon-flavored carbonated water containing quinine a sweet drink containing carbonated water and flavoring (music) the first note of a diatonic scale a medicine that strengthens and invigorates of or relating to or producing normal tone or tonus in muscles or tissue employing variations in pitch to distinguish meanings of otherwise similar words used of syllables relating to or being the keynote of a major or minor scale imparting vitality and energy
on the inside
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a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the visual percept of a region the act of looking or seeing or observing the range of the eye a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof purpose; the phrase `with a view to' means `with the intention of' or `for the purpose of' graphic art consisting of the graphic or photographic representation of a visual percept the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated outward appearance deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
long nerve fiber that conducts away from the cell body of the neuron
someone who causes the death of a person or animal the causal agent resulting in death a difficulty that is hard to deal with predatory black-and-white toothed whale with large dorsal fin; common in cold seas
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a native or resident of Oklahoma comparatives of `soon' or `early' more readily or willingly
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one of the minute active bodies into which sporozoans divide in one stage of their life cycle
of or relating to or caused by a toxin or poison
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cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in
act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level a recent event that has some relevance for the present situation the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful a district that has been developed to serve some purpose a state in which things are improving; the result of developing (as in the early part of a game of chess) processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible (music) the section of a composition or movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes are developed and elaborated
a temporary police force have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill have ownership or possession of enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas
work that a person is expected to do in a specified time
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the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes
coughing up blood from the respiratory tract; usually indicates a severe infection of the bronchi or lungs
a cellar or vault or underground burial chamber (especially beneath a church)
generalized feeling of distress
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of or consistent with an organism's normal functioning
connect or reduce the distance between make a bridge across cross over on a bridge
either of two folds of skin that can be moved to cover or open the eye
of or relating to the trophoblast
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a chronic inflammation of the withers of a horse an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface
not normal; not typical or usual or regular or conforming to a norm departing from the normal in e.g. intelligence and development much greater than the normal
dividing an animal into right and left halves relating to or situated in or extending toward the middle
(statistics) any of the 99 numbered points that divide an ordered set of scores into 100 parts each of which contains one-hundredth of the total
a young woman a youthful female person a female human offspring a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved a friendly informal reference to a grown woman
a brief statement that presents the main points in a concise form performed speedily and without formality briefly giving the gist of something
stand in the way of pierce with a sharp stake or point secure with spikes bring forth a spike or spikes add alcohol to (beverages) manifest a sharp increase
an ornament or pattern resembling a rose that is worn as a badge of office or as recognition of having won an honor rhizoctinia disease of potatoes a cluster of leaves growing in crowded circles from a common center or crown (usually at or close to the ground) circular window filled with tracery
a nation in northern North America; the French were the first Europeans to settle in mainland Canada
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities people who are still living the condition of living or the state of being alive the financial means whereby one lives inhabit or live in; be an inhabitant of lead a certain kind of life; live in a certain style continue to live through hardship or adversity support oneself have life, be alive have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations pursue a positive and satisfying existence pertaining to living persons true to life; lifelike (informal) absolute still in existence still in active use (used of minerals or stone) in its natural state and place; not mined or quarried; 
abnormally constricted body canal or passage
coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position
a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication (American football) blocking a player's path with your body any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
subject to a mathematical transformation change or alter in form, appearance, or nature change in outward structure or looks change from one form or medium into another convert (one form of energy) to another change (a bacterial cell) into a genetically distinct cell by the introduction of DNA from another cell of the same or closely related species increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage)
a phrase that can function as the subject or object of a verb relating to or constituting or bearing or giving a name insignificantly small; a matter of form only (`tokenish' is informal) pertaining to a noun or to a word group that functions as a noun of, relating to, or characteristic of an amount that is not adjusted for inflation named; bearing the name of a specific person existing in name only
come out into view, as from concealment come out of become known or apparent come up to the surface of or rise happen or occur as a result of something
the people of the Netherlands the West Germanic language of the Netherlands of or relating to the Netherlands or its people or culture
any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner
make right or correct make reparations or amends for censure severely adjust for punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience go down in value alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard treat a defect free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth socially right or correct in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure correct in opinion or judgment
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something a statement intended to inspire confidence a British term for some kinds of insurance
an official written record of names or events or transactions
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the act of slowing down or falling behind the time between one event, process, or period and another one of several thin slats of wood forming the sides of a barrel or bucket hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc. lock up or confine, in or as in a jail throw or pitch at a mark, as with coins cover with lagging to prevent heat loss
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction the technical aspects of doing something a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function (philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal deliver forth draw or pour with a pump supply in great quantities flow intermittently move up and down raise (gases or fluids) with a pump question persistently
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a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint type genus of the family Patellidae: common European limpets
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a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis or pneumonia or tuberculosis exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion
arising from inductance of reasoning; proceeding from particular facts to a general conclusion inducing or influencing; leading on
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a movement forward a change for the better; progress in development a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) an amount paid before it is earned increase in price or value move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price being ahead of time or need situated ahead or going before
a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols (language) communication by word of mouth the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number the cognitive processes involved in producing and understanding linguistic communication the mental faculty or power of vocal communication a system of words used to name things in a particular discipline
vasodilator (trade name Hyperstat) used to treat severe hypertension
terminate before completion cease development, die, and be aborted terminate a pregnancy by undergoing an abortion
of or relating to steroid hormones or their effects
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an instance of deliberate thinking judge or regard; look upon; judge expect, believe, or suppose use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection imagine or visualize focus one's attention on a certain state have in mind as a purpose decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting ponder; reflect on, or reason about dispose the mind in a certain way have or formulate in the mind be capable of conscious thought bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation
the substance that is acted upon by an enzyme or ferment a surface on which an organism grows or is attached any stratum or layer lying underneath another an indigenous language that contributes features to the language of an invading people who impose their language on the indigenous population
the first or highest in an ordering or series the first element in a countable series the time at which something is supposed to begin the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed at first of the bases in the infield (counting counterclockwise from home plate) an honours degree of the highest class the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving preceding all others in time or space or degree indicating the beginning unit in a series serving to set in motion serving to begin ranking above all others highest in pitch or chief among parts or voices or instruments or orchestra sections before anything else the initial time before another in time, space, or importance prominently forward
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put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch
the sudden giving off of energy the act of venting a substance that is emitted or released any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field the pouring forth of a fluid the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) a formal written statement of relinquishment the act of discharging a gun complete or carry out pour forth or release free from obligations or duties remove the charge from go off or discharge pronounce not guilty of criminal charges eliminate (a substance) leave or unload cause to go off release from military service become empty or void of its content
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of or relating to or providing nutrition
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a native or inhabitant of the United States the English language as used in the United States a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country
abstaining from food abstain from certain foods, as for religious or medical reasons abstain from eating acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly (used of timepieces) indicating a time ahead of or later than the correct time at a rapid tempo (of surfaces) conducive to rapid speeds resistant to destruction or fading unrestrained by convention or morality hurried and brief securely fixed in place unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause (of a photographic lens or emulsion) causing a shortening of exposure time quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form) firmly or closely
hang freely cause to be held in suspension in a fluid bar temporarily; from school, office, etc. stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it make inoperative or stop render temporarily ineffective (of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment
the quality of being specific rather than general the quality of being specific to a particular organism
the act of carrying something move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
relating to the methodology of some discipline
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause the subjective sensation of hearing something mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium the sudden occurrence of an audible event the audible part of a transmitted signal (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water a large ocean inlet or deep bay appear in a certain way make a certain noise or sound give off a certain sound or sounds announce by means of a sound utter with vibrating vocal chords cause to sound measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line
of or relating to the milk-giving gland of the female
complete or carry out pour forth or release free from obligations or duties remove the charge from go off or discharge pronounce not guilty of criminal charges eliminate (a substance) leave or unload cause to go off release from military service become empty or void of its content having lost your job
the condition of being made easy (or easier) (neurophysiology) phenomenon that occurs when two or more neural impulses that alone are not enough to trigger a response in a neuron combine to trigger an action potential act of assisting or making easier the progress or improvement of something
a small amount or duration limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some (of children and animals) young, immature (informal) small and of little importance (of a voice) faint low in stature; not tall lowercase small in a way that arouses feelings (of tenderness or its opposite depending on the context) not much
a person afflicted with arthritis of or pertaining to arthritis
a group of organisms sharing a specific genetic constitution the particular alleles at specified loci present in an organism
the upper side of the thighs of a seated person an area of control or responsibility the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs a flap that lies over another part movement once around a course touching with the tongue lie partly over or alongside of something or of one another pass the tongue over move with or cause to move with a whistling or hissing sound take up with the tongue wash or flow against
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solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels
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a person afflicted with psychosis characteristic of or suffering from psychosis
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a local infection induced in humans by inoculation with the virus causing cowpox in order to confer resistance to smallpox; normally lasts three weeks and leaves a pitted scar a viral disease of cattle causing a mild skin disease affecting the udder; formerly used to inoculate humans against smallpox
one of the eight bones of the cranium; a small bone filled with air spaces that forms part of the eye sockets and the nasal cavity
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a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) the respect with which a person is held an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody
share in something become a participant; be involved in
an act of being a tenant or occupant the act of occupying or taking possession of a building
opinion or judgment the organ of sight good discernment (either visually or as if visually) attention to what is seen an area that is approximately central within some larger region a small hole or loop (as in a needle) look at
not producing desired results; wasteful lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
continuing in time or space without interruption of a function or curve; extending without break or irregularity
drug that has the effects of epinephrine relating to epinephrine (its release or action)
with few mistakes strictly correctly
a covered walkway (as in a cloister) relating to or adapted for walking able to walk about
a colorless poisonous gas; made by the oxidation of methanol
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cause (a liquid) to enter by penetrating the interstices enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members pass into or through by filtering or permeating pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict
the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one being one more than ten
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system being one more than nine
the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one being one more than twelve
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one being one more than fourteen
the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one being one more than thirteen
the cardinal number that is the sum of sixteen and one being one more than sixteen
the cardinal number that is the sum of fifteen and one being one more than fifteen
the cardinal number that is the sum of eighteen and one being one more than eighteen
the cardinal number that is the sum of seventeen and one being one more than seventeen
decrease in the diameter of blood vessels
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shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage use tariffs to favor domestic industry kept safe or defended from danger or injury or loss guarded from injury or destruction
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the evaluation of something a second time (or more)
calcium blocker (trade name Procardia); appears to increase the risk of recurrent heart attacks
a group of persons together in one place the social act of assembling the act of gathering something sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching assemble or get together collect in one place collect or gather conclude from evidence draw together into folds or puckers get people together draw and bring closer look for (food) in nature increase or develop
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a medical instrument for separating substances in solution by unequal diffusion through semipermeable membranes
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the subject matter of a conversation or discussion some situation or event that is thought about
of or pertaining to or affecting both the heart and the lungs and their functions
a strong-smelling plant from whose dried leaves a number of euphoriant and hallucinogenic drugs are prepared the most commonly used illicit drug; considered a soft drug, it consists of the dried leaves of the hemp plant; smoked or chewed for euphoric effect
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the apical end of the style where deposited pollen enters the pistil a symbol of disgrace or infamy an external tracheal aperture in a terrestrial arthropod a skin lesion that is a diagnostic sign of some disease
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keep busy with live (in a certain place) occupy the whole of be on the mind of march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation require (time or space) consume all of one's attention or time assume, as of positions or roles held or filled or in use seized and controlled as by military invasion resided in; having tenants having ones attention or mind or energy engaged
a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker a particular sense a method of therapy that involves physical or electrical therapeutic treatment
antibacterial drug (trade name Nydrazid) used to treat tuberculosis
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the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages a native or inhabitant of Greece of or relating to or characteristic of Greece or the Greeks or the Greek language
being effective without wasting time or effort or expense able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively
place or set apart obtain in pure form set apart from others separate (experiences) from the emotions relating to them
belonging to or inherited from one's father characteristic of a father relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent related on the father's side
the inherent capacity for coming into being the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts existing in possibility expected to become or be; in prospect
a dramatic or musical entertainment the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment the act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it any recognized accomplishment process or manner of functioning or operating
a lump of material formed from the content of a liquid change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state cause to change from a liquid to a solid or thickened state turn into curds coalesce or unite in a mass
a path over which electrical signals can pass a passage for water (or other fluids) to flow through a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) a deep and relatively narrow body of water (as in a river or a harbor or a strait linking two larger bodies) that allows the best passage for vessels (often plural) a means of communication or access a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance a television station and its programs a way of selling a company's product either directly or via distributors transmit or serve as the medium for transmission direct the flow of send from one person or place to another
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being ten more than one hundred ninety
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a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder emotional distress; a fundamental feeling that people try to avoid a somatic sensation of acute discomfort a bothersome annoying person something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed cause emotional anguish or make miserable
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a just detectable amount an indication that something has been present a suggestion of some quality a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image either of two lines that connect a horse's harness to a wagon or other vehicle or to a whiffletree a visible mark (as a footprint) left by the passage of person or animal or vehicle follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
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a line or route along which something travels or moves evidence pointing to a possible solution a pair of parallel rails providing a runway for wheels a course over which races are run a distinct selection of music from a recording or a compact disc an endless metal belt on which tracked vehicles move over the ground (computer science) one of the circular magnetic paths on a magnetic disk that serve as a guide for writing and reading data a groove on a phonograph recording a bar or pair of parallel bars of rolled steel making the railway along which railroad cars or other vehicles can roll any road or path affording passage especially a rough one the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track carry on the feet and deposit observe or plot the moving path of something go after with the intent to catch travel across or pass over make tracks upon
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a reciprocal relation between two or more things a statistic representing how closely two variables co-vary; it can vary from -1 (perfect negative correlation) through 0 (no correlation) to +1 (perfect positive correlation) a statistical relation between two or more variables such that systematic changes in the value of one variable are accompanied by systematic changes in the other
enzyme found in most plant and animal cells that functions as an oxidative catalyst; decomposes hydrogen peroxide into oxygen and water
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow cancel or discharge a debt bring in do or give something to somebody in return dedicate be worth it render bear (a cost or penalty), in recompense for some action make a compensation for discharge or settle marked by the reception of pay involving gainful employment in something often done as a hobby yielding a fair profit
inflammation of a bursa; frequently in the shoulder
the 2nd letter of the Greek alphabet beets second in order of importance preliminary or testing stage of a software or hardware product
to exist as an inner activating spirit, force, or principle existing or residing as an inner activating spirit or force or principle
a natural cavity or hollow in a bone
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining (formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow an expression of grievance or resentment (civil law) the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim for relief is based (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense
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a native or inhabitant of Cuba of or relating to or characteristic of Cuba or the people of Cuba
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to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common in a special manner
cause to be surprised come upon or take unawares attack by storm; attack suddenly causing surprise or wonder or amazement
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the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to support materially or financially be behind; approve of be the physical support of; carry the weight of establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts adopt as a belief support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm argue or speak in defense of play a subordinate role to (another performer) be a regular customer or client of put up with something or somebody unpleasant furnishing support and encouragement capable of bearing a structural load
an arrangement of points or particles or objects in a regular periodic pattern in 2 or 3 dimensions small opening (like a window in a door) through which business can be transacted framework consisting of an ornamental design made of strips of wood or metal
a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by tremor and impaired muscular coordination
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close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural) the activity of supplying a stock of something have on hand equip with a stock supply with fish supply with livestock amass so as to keep for future use or sale or for a particular occasion or use provide or furnish with a stock of something put forth and grow sprouts or shoots
a skeletal muscle whose contraction bends a joint
the 18th letter of the Greek alphabet
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sharply exact or accurate or delimited (of ideas, images, representations, expressions) characterized by perfect conformity to fact or truth; strictly correct
cut open or cut apart make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features
the act of firing a projectile a solid missile discharged from a firearm (sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand a chance to do something a person who shoots (usually with respect to their ability to shoot) a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe a small drink of liquor an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect an estimate based on little or no information an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera sports equipment consisting of a heavy metal ball used in the shot put an explosive charge used in blasting a blow hard enough to cause injury an attempt to score in a game informal words for any attempt or effort the launching of a missile or spacecraft to a specified destination hit with a missile from a weapon kill by firing a missile fire a shot make a film or photograph of something send forth suddenly, intensely, swiftly run or move very quickly or hastily move quickly and violently throw or propel in a specific direction or towards a specific objective record on photographic film emit (as light, flame, or fumes) suddenly and forcefully cause a sharp and sudden pain in force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing variegate by interweaving weft threads of different colors throw dice, as in a crap game spend frivolously and unwisely score utter fast and forcefully measure the altitude of by using a sextant produce buds, branches, or germinate give an injection to varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles
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the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining something intended to communicate a particular impression a social event involving a public performance or entertainment pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for make visible or noticeable show in, or as in, a picture give expression to indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be or become visible or noticeable indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments give evidence of, as of records take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums finish third or better in a horse or dog race
the transparent dome-shaped anterior portion of the outer covering of the eye; it covers the iris and pupil and is continuous with the sclera
dilatation of a lymph vessel
a person of nearly the same age as another characteristic of the present belonging to the present time occurring in the same period of time
a person who represents others an advocate who represents someone else's policy or purpose a member of the United States House of Representatives an item of information that is typical of a class or group
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position raise from a lower to a higher position raise in rank or condition
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space by the side of a bed (especially the bed of a sick or dying person)
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the starting point for a new state or experience the smallest detectable sensation the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway a region marking a boundary
a place off to the side of an area the point where two lines meet or intersect an interior angle formed by two meeting walls the intersection of two streets the point where three areas or surfaces meet or intersect a small concavity a temporary monopoly on a kind of commercial trade a predicament from which a skillful or graceful escape is impossible a projecting part where two sides or edges meet a remote area (architecture) solid exterior angle of a building; especially one formed by a cornerstone gain control over force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape turn a corner
creation by the physical union of male and female gametes; of sperm and ova in an animal or pollen and ovule in a plant making fertile as by applying fertilizer or manure
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difficult or labored respiration
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any substance involved in metabolism (either as a product of metabolism or as necessary for metabolism)
using or subjected to a methodology using algebra and calculus using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole--intellectual or substantial--into its elemental parts or basic principles) expressing a grammatical category by using two or more words rather than inflection of a proposition that is necessarily true independent of fact or experience
the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white) total absence of light British chemist who identified carbon dioxide and who formulated the concepts of specific heat and latent heat (1728-1799) popular child actress of the 1930's (born in 1928) a person with dark skin who comes from Africa (or whose ancestors came from Africa) (board games) the darker pieces black clothing (worn as a sign of mourning) make or become black being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light of or belonging to a racial group having dark skin especially of sub-Saharan African origin marked by anger or resentment or hostility offering little or no hope stemming from evil characteristics or forces; wicked or dishonorable (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin (of the face) made black especially as with suffused blood extremely dark harshly ironic or sinister (of intelligence operations) deliberately misleading distributed or sold illicitly (used of conduct or character) deserving or bringing disgrace or shame (of coffee) without cream or sugar soiled with dirt or soot
an oily organic compound insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents; essential structural component of living cells (along with proteins and carbohydrates)
the state of impairing the quality or reducing the value of something an additional ingredient that is added by mixing with the base the act of mixing together
a feeling of excitement overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval a lively interest
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(physiology) responsiveness to external stimuli; the faculty of sensation the ability to respond to physical stimuli or to register small physical amounts or differences sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others) susceptibility to a pathogen the ability to respond to affective changes in your interpersonal environment
located or occurring outside a cell or cells
having knowledge of state of elementary or undifferentiated consciousness
position on a scale in relation to others in a sport take or have a position relative to others assign a rank or rating to take precedence or surpass others in rank having a higher rank
a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent come into the possession of something concrete or abstract enter or assume a certain state or condition cause to move; cause to be in a certain position or condition receive a specified treatment (abstract) reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress go or come after and bring or take back go through (mental or physical states or experiences) take vengeance on or get even achieve a point or goal cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness communicate with a place or person; establish communication with, as if by telephone give certain properties to something move into a desired direction of discourse grasp with the mind or develop an understanding of attract and fix reach with a blow or hit in a particular spot reach by calculation acquire as a result of some effort or action purchase perceive by hearing suffer from the receipt of receive as a retribution or punishment leave immediately; used usually in the imperative form reach and board irritate evoke an emotional response apprehend and reproduce accurately earn or achieve a base by being walked by the pitcher overcome or destroy be a mystery or bewildering to take the first step or steps in carrying out an action undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) make children
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assign a name or title to give an assignment to (a person) to a post, or assign a task to (a person) indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively decree or designate beforehand design or destine
not involved showing lack of emotional involvement
not perceived or discerned
become converted into ions convert into ions converted totally or partly into ions
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but in a close manner
the temporal property of two things happening at the same time the state of being joined together an uninflected function word that serves to conjoin words or phrases or clauses or sentences the grammatical relation between linguistic units (words or phrases or clauses) that are connected by a conjunction (astronomy) apparent meeting or passing of two or more celestial bodies in the same degree of the zodiac something that joins or connects
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a colloid in a more solid form than a sol a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects become a gel apply a styling gel to
a hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal cortex
any of a group of chemicals including epinephrine and norepinephrine that are produced in the medulla of the adrenal gland
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the value below which 50% of the cases fall relating to or constituting the middle value of an ordered set of values (or the average of the middle two in a set with an even number of values) dividing an animal into right and left halves relating to or situated in or extending toward the middle
production of a certain amount the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property an amount of a product the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) be the cause or source of end resistance, as under pressure or force give or supply give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another give in, as to influence or pressure move in order to make room for someone for something cause to happen or be responsible for be willing to concede be fatally overwhelmed bring in be flexible under stress of physical force cease opposition; stop fighting consent reluctantly
the time period between dawn and noon a conventional expression of greeting or farewell the first light of day the earliest period
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either one of the two external openings to the nasal cavity in the nose
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through the unbroken skin; refers to medications applied directly to the skin (creams or ointments) or in time-release forms (skin patches)
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on furniture that is designed for sitting on any support where you can sit (especially the part of a chair or bench etc. on which you sit) a center of authority (as a city from which authority is exercised) the location (metaphorically speaking) where something is based the legal right to sit as a member in a legislative or similar body a part of a machine that supports or guides another part the cloth covering for the buttocks show to a seat; assign a seat for be able to seat place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position put a seat on a chair provide with seats place or attach firmly in or on a base place in or on a seat
a person related by blood or marriage an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus) estimated by comparison; not absolute or complete properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'
(medicine) any disturbance in the functioning of an organ or body part or a disturbance in the functioning of a social group
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terminate, end, or take out do away with kill in large numbers dismiss from consideration or a contest eliminate from the body remove from a contest or race remove (an unknown variable) from two or more equations
fastener consisting of a resinous composition that is plastic when warm; used for sealing documents and parcels and letters a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents the pelt or fur (especially the underfur) of a seal a member of a Naval Special Warfare unit who is trained for unconventional warfare a stamp affixed to a document (as to attest to its authenticity or to seal it) an indication of approved or superior status a finishing coat applied to exclude moisture fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure any of numerous marine mammals that come on shore to breed; chiefly of cold regions make tight; secure against leakage close with or as if with a seal decide irrevocably affix a seal to cover with varnish hunt seals
remaining in an original state
(of a substance) incapable of being dissolved admitting of no solution or explanation without hope of solution
a very contagious infection of the skin; common in children; localized redness develops into small blisters that gradually crust and erode
relating to or characterized by atrophy
an oral antidiabetic drug (trade name Glucotrol) that stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas
the entire range of skills or aptitudes or devices used in a particular field or occupation a collection of works (plays, songs, operas, ballets) that an artist or company can perform and do perform for short intervals on a regular schedule
the act of making something clean make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits clean and tidy up the house clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing be cleanable deprive wholly of money in a gambling game, robbery, etc. remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely remove while making clean remove unwanted substances from remove shells or husks from
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a brief description given for purposes of identification trade name of a company that produces musical recordings a radioactive isotope that is used in a compound in order to trace the mechanism of a chemical reaction an identifying or descriptive marker that is attached to an object assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions
the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something a line determining the limits of an area the greatest possible degree of something
a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body a low-cut shoe without fastenings operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal deliver forth draw or pour with a pump supply in great quantities flow intermittently move up and down raise (gases or fluids) with a pump question persistently
specify individually determine the number or amount of
characterized by simple geometric forms in design and decoration of or relating to or determined by geometry
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message a particular interpretation or performance a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument written material intended to be read a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something a city on the River Thames in Berkshire in southern England a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance the act of measuring with meters or similar instruments interpret something that is written or printed have or contain a certain wording or form look at, interpret, and say out loud something that is written or printed obtain data from magnetic tapes interpret the significance of, as of palms, tea leaves, intestines, the sky; also of human behavior interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression be a student of a certain subject indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments audition for a stage role by reading parts of a role to hear and understand make sense of a language
to the opposite side transversely
edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle a weapon with a handle and blade with a sharp point any long thin projection that is transient use a knife on
any process whereby sounds or words are left out of spoken words or phrases (genetics) the loss or absence of one or more nucleotides from a chromosome the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage the act of deleting something written or printed
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the month following July and preceding September of or befitting a lord profoundly honored
a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained bring up
designating the generation of organisms from which hybrid offspring are produced relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent
a state of mental disturbance and disorientation the act of disturbing the mind or body
a son who has the same first name as his father
an event that causes someone to die the act of terminating a life a very large profit cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in very funny
a vascular tumor of the adrenal gland; hypersecretion of epinephrine results in intermittent or sustained hypertension
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a health professional trained in the art of preparing and dispensing drugs
of or relating to the cervix of the uterus relating to or associated with the neck
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a nucleated cell in bone marrow from which red blood cells develop
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go together allow to have (followed by `to') in agreement with or accordant with (followed by `to') as reported or stated by
a very long fly ball a sudden very loud noise a strong current of air an explosion (as of dynamite) a highly pleasurable or exciting experience intense adverse criticism make a strident sound hit hard use explosives on apply a draft or strong wind to to create by using explosives make with or as if with an explosion fire a shot criticize harshly or violently shatter as if by explosion shrivel or wither or mature imperfectly
spasm of the eyelid muscle resulting in closure of the eye
state of violent mental agitation a usually brief state of excitement and mental confusion often accompanied by hallucinations
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the state of the environment in which a situation exists a magnifier of images of distant objects electronic equipment that provides visual images of varying electrical quantities
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any malignant growth or tumor caused by abnormal and uncontrolled cell division; it may spread to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system or the blood stream (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Cancer a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Leo and Gemini the fourth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about June 21 to July 22 type genus of the family Cancridae
an event that results in a displacement or discontinuity the act of disrupting an established order so it fails to continue a displacement of a part (especially a bone) from its normal position (as in the shoulder or the vertebral column)
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keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely kept in good condition continued in your keeping or use or memory
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single-celled yeasts that reproduce asexually by budding; used to ferment carbohydrates
a fully developed person from maturity onward any mature animal
deem to be give careful consideration to take into consideration for exemplifying purposes show consideration for; take into account think about carefully; weigh judge or regard; look upon; judge look at attentively look at carefully; study mentally regard or treat with consideration, respect, and esteem
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not usual or common or ordinary being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird not commonly encountered
the parturition process in human beings; having a baby; the process of giving birth to a child
a device for treating injury or disease designed to promote discipline tending or intended to correct or counteract or restore to a normal condition
(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability possibly accepting or permitting (followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for having the requisite qualities for have the skills and qualifications to do things well
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pertaining to one of the small sacs (as in a compound gland) pertaining to the individual parts making up an aggregate fruit like a blackberry
a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) a distinguishing symbol a reference point to shoot at a visible indication made on a surface the impression created by doing something unusual or extraordinary that people notice and remember a symbol of disgrace or infamy formerly the basic unit of money in Germany Apostle and companion of Saint Peter; assumed to be the author of the second Gospel a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of a written or printed symbol (as for punctuation) a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened) the shortest of the four Gospels in the New Testament an indication of damage a marking that consists of lines that cross each other something that exactly succeeds in achieving its goal attach a tag or label to designate as if by a mark be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense mark by some ceremony or observation make or leave a mark on to accuse or condemn or openly or formally or brand as disgraceful notice or perceive mark with a scar make small marks into the surface of establish as the highest level or best performance make underscoring marks remove from a list put a check mark on or near or next to assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation insert punctuation marks into
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force somebody to do something necessitate or exact driving or forcing tending to persuade by forcefulness of argument
a line that indicates a boundary the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary the boundary of a surface a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge a strip forming the outer edge of something extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle form the boundary of; be contiguous to enclose in or as if in a frame provide with a border or edge lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
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give an education to create by training and teaching teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment possessing an education (especially having more than average knowledge) characterized by full comprehension of the problem involved
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an acute blood disorder (often caused by radiation or drug therapy) characterized by severe reduction in granulocytes
an acute and highly contagious viral disease marked by distinct red spots followed by a rash; occurs primarily in children
make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
a measure of someone's weight in relation to height; to calculate one's BMI, multiply one's weight in pounds and divide that by the square of one's height in inches; overweight is a BMI greater than 25; obese is a BMI greater than 30
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suitable to or characteristic of drama sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect pertaining to or characteristic of drama used of a singer or singing voice that is marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style
the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event) an island in the western Pacific between Guam and Hawaii the wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial be awake, be alert, be there stop sleeping arouse or excite feelings and passions make aware of cause to become awake or conscious
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dose too heavily
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the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause the subjective sensation of hearing something mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium the sudden occurrence of an audible event the audible part of a transmitted signal (phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water a large ocean inlet or deep bay appear in a certain way make a certain noise or sound give off a certain sound or sounds announce by means of a sound utter with vibrating vocal chords cause to sound measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line financially secure and safe exercising or showing good judgment in good condition; free from defect or damage or decay in excellent physical condition logically valid having legal efficacy or force free from moral defect (of sleep) deep and complete thorough
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the 10th letter of the Greek alphabet
the outer layer of the skin covering the exterior body surface of vertebrates
a graphical image of the heart produced by an echocardiograph
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an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side) biographical sketch degree of exposure to public notice a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers write about represent in profile, by drawing or painting
a synthetic corticosteroid (trade name Aldactone) used to treat hypertension
an abnormal enlargement of the spleen
currently happening
a tiny granule in the cytoplasm that is where protein synthesis takes place under the direction of mRNA
an affliction in which some part of the body is misshapen or malformed an appearance that has been spoiled or is misshapen
make a promise or commitment promise to undertake or give make a prediction about; tell in advance give grounds for expectations showing possibility of achievement or excellence full or promise
any of the salts of hydrobromic acid; formerly used as a sedative but now generally replaced by safer drugs a trite or obvious remark
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the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary an amount beyond the minimum necessary the amount of collateral a customer deposits with a broker when borrowing from the broker to buy securities (finance) the net sales minus the cost of goods and services sold the blank space that surrounds the text on a page a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
the civil and religious leader of a Muslim state considered to be a representative of Allah on earth
pertaining to legal aspects of the practice of medicine (as malpractice or patient consent for operations or patient information)
of or relating to or located in the endothelium
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a prominent attribute or aspect of something a distinguishing quality the integer part (positive or negative) of the representation of a logarithm; in the expression log 643 = 2.808 the characteristic is 2 any measurable property of a device measured under closely specified conditions
the defensive football players who line up behind the linemen coil such that current is induced in it by passing a current through the primary coil being of second rank or importance or value; not direct or immediate inferior in rank or status depending on or incidental to what is original or primary not of major importance belonging to a lower class or rank
(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence (psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress a special variety of domesticated animals within a species (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups injury to a muscle (often caused by overuse); results in swelling and pain the general meaning or substance of an utterance an effortful attempt to attain a goal an intense or violent exertion the act of singing to exert much effort or energy test the limits of use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious become stretched or tense or taut remove by passing through a filter rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender alter the shape of (something) by stress
happening without warning or in a short space of time
infertility between hybrids
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a chemical agent that is added to a chemical mixture to counteract the effects of impurities someone who collects things that have been discarded by others any animal that feeds on refuse and other decaying organic matter
any of a large group of nitrogenous organic compounds that are essential constituents of living cells; consist of polymers of amino acids; essential in the diet of animals for growth and for repair of tissues; can be obtained from meat and eggs and milk and legumes
relating to or of the nature of a zone associated with or divided into zones
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a change of position that does not entail a change of location the act of changing location from one place to another a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals a major self-contained part of a symphony or sonata a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object a euphemism for defecation a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the driving and regulating parts of a mechanism (as of a watch or clock) the act of changing the location of something
worthless or oversimplified ideas a diet that does not require chewing; advised for those with intestinal disorders the small projection of a mammary gland
a flexible container with a single opening the quantity of game taken in a particular period (usually by one person) a place that the runner must touch before scoring a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) the quantity that a bag will hold a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes an ugly or ill-tempered woman mammary gland of bovids (cows and sheep and goats) an activity that you like or at which you are superior capture or kill, as in hunting hang loosely, like an empty bag bulge out; form a bulge outward, or be so full as to appear to bulge take unlawfully put into a bag
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree distinctly separate from the first differing from all others; not ordinary marked by dissimilarity distinct or separate
(ballet) a step in dancing (especially in classical ballet) an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk a short-lived radioactive metallic element formed from uranium and disintegrating into actinium and then into lead a unit of pressure equal to one newton per square meter a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies an electronic amplification system used as a communication system in public areas
the sound made by a gentle blow a light touch or stroke pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin hit lightly having only superficial plausibility exactly suited to the occasion completely or perfectly
drawing from or characterized by participation of two or more fields of study
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a clawed foot of an animal especially a quadruped the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb scrape with the paws touch clumsily
examine in order to test suitability check and sort carefully separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements distinguish and separate out
a substance prepared according to a formula inventing or contriving an idea or explanation and formulating it mentally the style of expressing yourself
the accumulation of molecules of a gas to form a thin film on the surface of a solid
the act of diluting something lose thickness; become thin or thinner make thin or thinner lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight
the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience (language) communication by word of mouth something spoken the exchange of spoken words your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally a lengthy rebuke words making up the dialogue of a play the mental faculty or power of vocal communication
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shift or move by taking a step put down or press the foot, place the foot cause (a computer) to execute a single command treat badly furnish with steps move with one's feet in a specific manner walk a short distance to a specified place or in a specified manner place (a ship's mast) in its step measure (distances) by pacing move or proceed as if by steps into a new situation
cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel (Greek mythology) god of fields and woods and shepherds and flocks; represented as a man with goat's legs and horns and ears; identified with Roman Sylvanus or Faunus shallow container made of metal chimpanzees; more closely related to Australopithecus than to other pongids make a sweeping movement wash dirt in a pan to separate out the precious minerals express a totally negative opinion of
a place where work is done
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a slippery or viscous liquid or liquefiable substance not miscible with water oil paint containing pigment that is used by an artist a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants cover with oil, as if by rubbing administer an oil or ointment to; often in a religious ceremony of blessing
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the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play give help or assistance; be of service act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function work for or be a servant to
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of or relating to or used in or practicing obstetrics
the organic group of acetic acid (CH3CO-)
antibacterial drug used to treat leprosy and some kinds of skin diseases
an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) go upward with gradual or continuous progress move with difficulty, by grasping go up or advance slope upward improve one's social status increase in value or to a higher point
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole' is often used informally for `wholly')
any of a class of solid or semisolid viscous substances obtained either as exudations from certain plants or prepared by polymerization of simple molecules
emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material a pipe through which liquid is carried away a gradual depletion of energy or resources flow off gradually deplete of resources empty of liquid; drain the liquid from make weak
stopping and starting at irregular intervals
a single computer instruction that results in a series of instructions in machine language very large in scale or scope or capability
any of a class of aromatic yellow compounds including several that are biologically important as coenzymes or acceptors or vitamins; used in making dyes
(of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct with roughness or violence (`rough' is an informal variant for `roughly') with rough motion as over a rough surface
one of the bony segments of the spinal column
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a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped the quantity contained in a bottle a vessel fitted with a flexible teat and filled with milk or formula; used as a substitute for breast feeding infants and very young children store (liquids or gases) in bottles put into bottles
the innermost membrane of an organ (especially the inner lining of an artery or vein or lymphatic vessel)
the introduction of a liquid (by pouring or injection) drop by drop a liquid that is instilled drop by drop
lacking complexity easy and not involved or complicated
originate (in) have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous be composed of
located, suited for, or taking place in the open air pertaining to or concerning the outdoors or outdoor activities
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making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) the act of adjusting something to match a standard the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances
a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together the trait of being resolute finding a solution to a problem something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making analysis into clear-cut components (computer science) the number of pixels per square inch on a computer-generated display; the greater the resolution, the better the picture the subsidence of swelling or other signs of inflammation (especially in a lung) (music) a dissonant chord is followed by a consonant chord a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner
of or relating to the enteron of or relating to or inside the intestines
a distinctive influence a concavity in a surface produced by pressing an identification of a publisher; a publisher's name along with the date and address and edition that is printed at the bottom of the title page an impression produced by pressure or printing a device produced by pressure on a surface establish or impress firmly in the mind mark or stamp with or as if with pressure
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means
communicates two or more signals over a common channel a movie theater than has several different auditoriums in the same building many and varied; having many features or forms having many parts or aspects
situated nearest to point of attachment or origin
either of a pair of complex endocrine glands situated near the kidney of or pertaining to the adrenal glands or their secretions near the kidneys
the univalent hydrocarbon radical C2H5 derived from ethane by the removal of one hydrogen atom
a general anesthetic and tranquilizer (not a barbiturate) that is administered intravenously or intramuscularly; used mainly by veterinarians or for minor surgery with geriatric or pediatric patients; taken in large doses it causes hallucinations similar to those associated with the use of PCP
respiratory disorder characterized by wheezing; usually of allergic origin
a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (rock salt)
the act of entering again
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the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one being one more than three
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large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity broad in scope or content of agriculture; increasing productivity by using large areas with minimal outlay and labor
of comparatively great physical weight or density unusually great in degree or quantity or number of the military or industry; using (or being) the heaviest and most powerful armaments or weapons or equipment marked by great psychological weight; weighted down especially with sadness or troubles or weariness usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it (used of soil) compact and fine-grained darkened by clouds of great intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) being or containing an isotope with greater than average atomic mass or weight (of an actor or role) being or playing the villain permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter of relatively large extent and density made of fabric having considerable thickness prodigious full and loud and deep given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors of great gravity or crucial import; requiring serious thought slow and laborious because of weight large and powerful; especially designed for heavy loads or rough work dense or inadequately leavened and hence likely to cause distress in the alimentary canal sharply inclined full of; bearing great weight requiring or showing effort characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort lacking lightness or liveliness (of sleep) deep and complete in an advanced stage of pregnancy
something that resembles a tablet of medicine in shape or size a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet a unpleasant or tiresome person something unpleasant or offensive that must be tolerated or endured a contraceptive in the form of a pill containing estrogen and progestin to inhibit ovulation and so prevent conception
the act of grasping the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it a portable rectangular container for carrying clothes the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road) worker who moves the camera around while a film or television show is being made an intellectual hold or understanding a flat wire hairpin whose prongs press tightly together; used to hold bobbed hair in place hold fast or firmly to grip or seize, as in a wrestling match to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
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cut open or cut apart make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features having one or more incisions reaching nearly to the midrib
(psychology) the conscious exclusion of unacceptable thoughts or desires the quality of being inhibited (physiology) the process whereby nerves can retard or prevent the functioning of an organ or part the action of prohibiting or inhibiting or forbidding (or an instance thereof)
a pattern of regularly spaced horizontal and vertical lines a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region a perforated or corrugated metal plate used in a storage battery as a conductor and support for the active material an electrode placed between the cathode and anode of a vacuum tube to control the flow of electrons through the tube a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat
informal terms for a mother
the molecular weight of a substance expressed in grams; the basic unit of amount of substance adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
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an electronic device that administers an electric shock of preset voltage to the heart through the chest wall in an attempt to restore the normal rhythm of the heart during ventricular fibrillation
bring into intimate and incriminating connection impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
in a vertical direction
recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property consider (oneself) as similar to somebody else conceive of as united or associated identify as in botany or biology, for example consider to be equal or the same
(sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play (Middle Ages) a person who is bound to the land and owned by the feudal lord serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
(computer science) the time it takes for a specific block of data on a data track to rotate around to the read/write head the time that elapses between a stimulus and the response to it the state of being not yet evident or active
a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening an ornamental coating to a building a protective covering that protects the outside of a building providing something with a surface of a different material deal with (something unpleasant) head on oppose, as in hostility or a competition be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to be opposite turn so as to face; turn the face in a certain direction present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize turn so as to expose the face line the edge (of a garment) with a different material cover the front or surface of
a natural or artificial enclosed space an enclosed volume in the body a room where a judge transacts business a deliberative or legislative or administrative or judicial assembly a room used primarily for sleeping place in a chamber
shunning contact with others; just shy" hostile to or disruptive of normal standards of social behavior
after a negative statement used as an intensive meaning something like `likewise' or `also'
of or relating to neurons
emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it
serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
the site on the surface of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself
not differentiated
visual impairment without apparent organic pathology
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small fruit fly used by Thomas Hunt Morgan in studying basic mechanisms of inheritance
a person's social heritage: previous experience or training the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground information that is essential to understanding a situation or problem extraneous signals that can be confused with the phenomenon to be observed or measured relatively unimportant or inconspicuous accompanying situation the state of the environment in which a situation exists (computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear scenery hung at back of stage understate the importance or quality of
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable lack of an adequate quantity or number
open-heart surgery in which the rib cage is opened and a section of a blood vessel is grafted from the aorta to the coronary artery to bypass the blocked section of the coronary artery and improve the blood supply to the heart
render visible, as by means of MRI imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
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specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement decide upon or fix definitely determine the essential quality of be specific about define clearly design or destine select something or someone for a specific purpose clearly and explicitly stated
an iconic mental representation (Jungian psychology) a personal facade that one presents to the world a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface a standard or typical example language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the general impression that something (a person or organization or product) presents to the public a representation of a person (especially in the form of sculpture) render visible, as by means of MRI imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind
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one millionth (1/1,000,000) gram
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics provide funds complementary to bring two objects, ideas, or people together be equal to in quality or ability make correspond or harmonize satisfy or fulfill give or join in marriage set into opposition or rivalry be equal or harmonize make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching being two identical intentionally matched
a painful and involuntary muscular contraction (pathology) sudden constriction of a hollow organ (as a blood vessel)
twelve dozen the entire amount of income before any deductions are made earn before taxes, expenses, etc. before any deductions lacking fine distinctions or detail repellently fat visible to the naked eye (especially of rocks and anatomical features) without qualification; used informally as (often pejorative) intensifiers conspicuously and tastelessly indecent conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible
the branch of biology that studies heredity and variation in organisms
the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland something that agitates and arouses
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts strengthen or make more firm make more firm support a person for a position administer the rite of confirmation to
an unnatural condition in which the head leans to one side because the neck muscles on that side are contracted
a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure continuous amorphous matter that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas
marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws at or of a point at which a property or phenomenon suffers an abrupt change especially having enough mass to sustain a chain reaction characterized by careful evaluation and judgment urgently needed; absolutely necessary forming or having the nature of a turning point or crisis being in or verging on a state of crisis or emergency of or involving or characteristic of critics or criticism
give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service
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a person who takes a position in the political center preside over make less fast or intense lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits make less severe or harsh make less strong or intense; soften restrain being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme not extreme marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes
within or by means of a vein
the act of grafting something onto something else cause to grow together parts from different plants place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient
the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of express as a number or measure or quantity have certain dimensions evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
an infection caused by fungi of the genus Monilia or Candida (especially Candida albicans)
showing reason or sound judgment not excessive or extreme marked by sound judgment
a duct that provides ventilation (as in mines) a designated route followed by airplanes in flying from one airport to another the passages through which air enters and leaves the body a commercial enterprise that provides scheduled flights for passengers
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites an indefinitely short time the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed near the second of the bases in the infield a particular point in time following the first in an ordering or series a 60th part of a minute of arc the official attendant of a contestant in a duel or boxing match a speech seconding a motion the gear that has the second lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name give support or one's approval to transfer an employee to a different, temporary assignment
a city in central Japan on southern Honshu; a famous cultural center that was once the capital of Japan
a celebrity who is an inspiration to others worthy of notice widely known and esteemed
an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose
especially; in particular
terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split not continuous in space, time, or sequence or varying abruptly subdued or brought low in condition or status (especially of promises or contracts) having been violated or disregarded tamed or trained to obey topographically very uneven imperfectly spoken or written thrown into a state of disarray or confusion weakened and infirm destroyed financially out of working order (`busted' is an informal substitute for `broken') discontinuous lacking a part or parts
the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold the customers for a particular product or service a marketplace where groceries are sold the securities markets in the aggregate an area in a town where a public mercantile establishment is set up engage in the commercial promotion, sale, or distribution of buy household supplies deal in a market make commercial
surgical removal of all or part of the stomach
a sweet syrupy trihydroxy alcohol obtained by saponification of fats and oils
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the relation that exists when things occur at unrelated times
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a business engaged in manufacturing some product someone who manufactures something
of or relating to glomeruli
the way of administering a business the direction of an orchestra or choir direct the course of; manage or control lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" behave in a certain manner take somebody somewhere transmit or serve as the medium for transmission lead musicians in the performance of
supply with a gate control with a valve or other device that functions like a gate restrict (school boys') movement to the dormitory or campus as a means of punishment
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water a zone or area resembling an island
an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists) the property of being wild or turbulent a turbulent state resulting in injuries and destruction etc.
bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
concerned with actual use or practice guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory being actually such in almost every respect having or put to a practical purpose or use
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mix together different elements open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups combine (electronic signals) add as an additional element or part to bring or combine together or with something else mix so as to make a random order or arrangement consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds involving or composed of different races
an enzyme of pancreatic origin; catalyzes the hydrolysis of proteins to smaller polypeptide units
make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
capable of reproducing intellectually productive bearing in abundance especially offspring marked by great fruitfulness
a glycoprotein secreted by the kidneys that stimulates the production of red blood cells
a forward dislocation of one vertebra over the one beneath it producing pressure on spinal nerves
(embryology) the organic process whereby a fertilized egg becomes implanted in the lining of the uterus of placental mammals the act of planting or setting in the ground a surgical procedure that places something in the human body
process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space the opening of a subject to widespread discussion and debate act of extending over a wider scope or expanse of space or time distribute or disperse widely become distributed or widespread spread across or over spread out or open from a closed or folded state cause to become widely known become widely known and passed on strew or distribute over an area move outward cover by spreading something over distribute over a surface in a layer
having or showing or requiring special skill
a thin sliver of wood an orthopedic mechanical device used to immobilize and protect a part of the body (as a broken leg) support with a splint
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a remark that calls attention to something or someone a short note recognizing a source of information or of a quoted passage an indicator that orients you generally a book to which you can refer for authoritative facts a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to the act of referring or consulting a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored the relation between a word or phrase and the object or idea it refers to refer to
a relatively long narrow piece of something artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material an airfield without normal airport facilities a sequence of drawings telling a story in a newspaper or comic book thin piece of wood or metal a form of erotic entertainment in which a dancer gradually undresses to music take away possessions from someone get undressed remove the surface from remove substances from by a percolating liquid lay bare steal goods; take as spoils remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely strip the cured leaves from remove the thread (of screws) remove a constituent from a liquid take off or remove draw the last milk (of cows) remove (someone's or one's own) clothes
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fat such as butter or lard used in baked goods act of decreasing in length make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration reduce in scope while retaining essential elements make short or shorter become short or shorter edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate
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drug or medicine that is prepared or dispensed in pharmacies and used in medical treatment of or relating to pharmacy or pharmacists of or relating to drugs used in medical treatment
in an advanced stage of pregnancy
a small bottle that contains a drug (especially a sealed sterile container for injection by needle)
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disposed or willing to comply
assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions
an amino acid found in most proteins; a precursor of several hormones
a tiny grain
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose sufficient for the purpose as much as necessary; (`plenty' is nonstandard) "I've had plenty, thanks"
to a proportionate degree in proportion in proportion
any agent that causes stress to an organism
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the part of the small intestine between the duodenum and the ileum
the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance a temporary state resulting from excessive consumption of alcohol excitement and elation beyond the bounds of sobriety
pertaining to an upright standing posture
implement consisting of a small piece of cotton that is used to apply medication or cleanse a wound or obtain a specimen of a secretion cleaning implement consisting of absorbent material fastened to a handle; for cleaning floors wash with a swab or a mop apply (usually a liquid) to a surface
extend in scope or range or area stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point span an interval of distance, space or time make available; provide thrust or extend out reach outward in space offer verbally extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body expand the influence of lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length cause to move at full gallop open or straighten out; unbend use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity prolong the time allowed for payment of continue or extend increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
of or relating to or being or involving nerve centers below the cerebral cortex
put into a proper or systematic order make arrangements for plan, organize, and carry out (an event) set (printed matter) into a specific format arrange attractively adapt for performance in a different way arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events disposed or placed in a particular kind of order planned in advance deliberately arranged for effect
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(psychiatry) an abnormal absorption with the self; marked by communication disorders and short attention span and inability to treat others as people
a beta-adrenergic blocking agent (trade name Corgard) that is used to treat hypertension and angina
an antibiotic used as an anticancer drug
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(genetics) the genetic variation within a population that natural selection can operate on (chemistry) the existence of different kinds of crystal of the same chemical compound (biology) the existence of two or more forms of individuals within the same animal species (independent of sex differences)
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the developmental process of bone formation the calcification of soft tissue into a bonelike material the process of becoming rigidly fixed in a conventional pattern of thought or behavior hardened conventionality
(biology) a taxonomic category below a class and above an order
tranquilizer (trade name Haldol) used to treat some psychotic disorders and Tourette's syndrome
the upper surface of the mouth that separates the oral and nasal cavities
of or relating to the aged of or relating to or practicing geriatrics
make politically neutral and thus inoffensive make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing make incapable of military action make chemically neutral made neutral in some respect; deprived of distinctive characteristics
on or relating to the opposite side (of the body)
a salt or ester of acetic acid a fabric made from fibers of cellulose acetate
the final point in a process something that results a vector that is the sum of two or more other vectors following or accompanying as a consequence
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consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect question or examine thoroughly and closely question closely put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
hypersensitivity reaction to the ingestion or injection of a substance (a protein or drug) resulting from prior contact with a substance
the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death)
relating to or located near a tibia
a neurochemical that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse
a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement a medium that disseminates moving pictures photographic material consisting of a base of celluloid covered with a photographic emulsion; used to make negatives or transparencies a thin coating or layer a thin sheet of (usually plastic and usually transparent) material used to wrap or cover things make a film or photograph of something record in film
a quantity sufficient to satisfy any material that fills a space or container make full, also in a metaphorical sense become full occupy the whole of assume, as of positions or roles fill or meet a want or need appoint someone to (a position or a job) eat until one is sated fill to satisfaction plug with a substance
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of charge (a person or a property) with a payment, such as a tax or a fine set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) estimate the value of (property) for taxation
group of people willing to obey orders the department responsible for hiring and training and placing employees and for setting policies for personnel management
the operator of a motor vehicle someone who drives animals that pull a vehicle a golfer who hits the golf ball with a driver (computer science) a program that determines how a computer will communicate with a peripheral device a golf club (a wood) with a near vertical face that is used for hitting long shots from the tee
a word that is composed of parts from different languages (e.g., `monolingual' has a Greek prefix and a Latin root) a composite of mixed origin (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or animals of different varieties or breeds or species produced by crossbreeding
a drug that produces numbness or stupor; often taken for pleasure or to reduce pain; extensive use can lead to addiction
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed a region where a battle is being (or has been) fought somewhere (away from a studio or office or library or laboratory) where practical work is done or data is collected a branch of knowledge the space around a radiating body within which its electromagnetic oscillations can exert force on another similar body not in contact with it a particular kind of commercial enterprise a particular environment or walk of life a piece of land prepared for playing a game extensive tract of level open land (mathematics) a set of elements such that addition and multiplication are commutative and associative and multiplication is distributive over addition and there are two elements 0 and 1 a region in which active military operations are in progress all of the horses in a particular horse race all the competitors in a particular contest or sporting event a geographic region (land or sea) under which something valuable is found (computer science) a set of one or more adjacent characters comprising a unit of information the area that is visible (as through an optical instrument) a place where planes take off and land catch or pick up (balls) in baseball or cricket play as a fielder answer adequately or successfully select (a team or individual player) for a game
a polyhedron with two congruent and parallel faces (the bases) and whose lateral faces are parallelograms optical device having a triangular shape and made of glass or quartz; used to deviate a beam or invert an image
an agent (as heat or radiation or a chemical) that destroys microorganisms that might carry disease capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units
capable of being seen or noticed
a salt or ester of vanadic acid; an anion containing pentavalent vanadium
the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use `Europe' to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its members the nations of the European continent collectively
abnormally low level of potassium in the circulating blood leading to weakness and heart abnormalities; associated with adrenal tumors or starvation or taking diuretics
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a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
the period of time during which something continues the property of enduring or continuing in time continuance in time
of great significance or value important in effect or meaning of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis having authority or ascendancy or influence having or suggesting a consciousness of high position
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careful and sensible; marked by sound judgment
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show the form or outline of determine the essential quality of trace the shape of make a mark or lines on a surface describe in vivid detail represented accurately or precisely
an area composed of subdivided lots the act of subdividing; division of something previously divided a division of some larger or more complex organization a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) a section of a section; a part of a part; i.e., a part of something already divided
deviating from the general or common order or type
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Russia's intelligence service responsible for foreign operations, intelligence-gathering and analysis, and the exchange of intelligence information; collaborates with other countries to oppose proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, terrorism and organized crime
the bodily process of discharging waste matter waste matter (as urine or sweat but especially feces) discharged from the body
the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating)
a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons the 21st letter of the Roman alphabet (chiefly British) of or appropriate to the upper classes especially in language use
appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue any substance (such as a chemical element or inorganic compound) that can be taken in by a green plant and used in organic synthesis of or providing nourishment
the organ that bears the ovules of a flower (vertebrates) one of usually two organs that produce ova and secrete estrogen and progesterone
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a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) take the first step or steps in carrying out an action set in motion, cause to start leave have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense bring into being get off the ground move or jump suddenly, as if in surprise or alarm get going or set in motion begin or set in motion begin work or acting in a certain capacity, office or job play in the starting lineup have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object bulge outward (especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear appropriate to the beginning or start of an event
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take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
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any of numerous relatively small elongated soft-bodied animals especially of the phyla Annelida and Chaetognatha and Nematoda and Nemertea and Platyhelminthes; also many insect larvae a person who has a nasty or unethical character undeserving of respect a software program capable of reproducing itself that can spread from one computer to the next over a network screw thread on a gear with the teeth of a worm wheel or rack to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
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a bluish-white lustrous metallic element; brittle at ordinary temperatures but malleable when heated; used in a wide variety of alloys and in galvanizing iron; it occurs naturally as zinc sulphide in zinc blende coat or cover with zinc
relating to or suggesting swine repellently fat resembling swine; coarsely gluttonous or greedy
the feelings expressed on a person's face expression without words the communication (in speech or writing) of your beliefs or opinions a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations the style of expressing yourself a group of symbols that make a mathematical statement (genetics) the process of expressing a gene a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit the act of forcing something out by squeezing or pressing
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a young person of either sex a human offspring (son or daughter) of any age an immature childish person a member of a clan or tribe
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer lengthen or extend in duration or space
a B vitamin essential for the normal function of the nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract
responsive to stimulation the quality of being responsive; reacting quickly; as a quality of people, it involves responding with emotion to people and events
an enzyme liberated from blood platelets that converts prothrombin into thrombin as blood starts to clot
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the first of two or the first mentioned of two referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several); I prefer the former version to the latter one" belonging to some prior time (used especially of persons) of the immediate past belonging to the distant past
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of or relating to an autosome
tissue from an animal of one species used as a temporary graft (as in cases of severe burns) on an individual of another species
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction to keep up and reserve for personal or special use prevent (food) from rotting maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use kept intact or in a particular condition
the quality of being diverse and not comparable in kind
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free from ambiguity without evasion or compromise without concealment or deception; honest pointed directly ahead
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remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract remove from a position or an office dispose of cause to leave shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes go away or leave kill intentionally and with premeditation get rid of something abstract
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the season when the leaves fall from the trees a sudden drop from an upright position the lapse of mankind into sinfulness because of the sin of Adam and Eve a downward slope or bend a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity a sudden decline in strength or number or importance a movement downward the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) the time of day immediately following sunset when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling
the quality of being unlike or dissimilar a variation that deviates from the standard or norm a disagreement or argument about something important a significant change the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend
a tube of small internal diameter; holds liquid by capillary action any of the minute blood vessels connecting arterioles with venules of or relating to hair long and slender with a very small internal diameter
a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together fasten or fix with a clamp impose or inflict forcefully
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of or relating to or used in or practicing neurology
a highway that encircles an urban area so that traffic does not have to pass through the center a surgically created shunt (usually around a damaged part) a conductor having low resistance in parallel with another device to divert a fraction of the current avoid something unpleasant or laborious
accumulation of urine in the kidney because of an obstruction in the ureter
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother) a stringy slimy substance consisting of yeast cells and bacteria; forms during fermentation and is added to cider or wine to produce vinegar a term of address for an elderly woman a term of address for a mother superior a condition that is the inspiration for an activity or situation care for like a mother make children
of or relating to or forming or attached to a skeleton very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold
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not suspected or believed likely
capable of being applied; having relevance
a steroid hormone (trade name Lipo-Lutin) produced in the ovary; prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy
an antipsychotic drug (trade name Clozaril) used as a sedative and for treatment-resistant schizophrenia; know to have few side effects
a native or inhabitant of Saudi Arabia of or relating to Saudi Arabia or its people
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an expert who gives advice
pertaining to biology or to life and living things of parents and children; related by blood
of or relating to or involving or practicing periodontics
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a small light typewriter; usually with a case in which it can be carried easily or conveniently transported of a motor designed to be attached to the outside of a boat's hull
the quality of recurring at regular intervals
of or relating to the brain and the blood vessels that supply it
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a quantity of no importance a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number the point on a scale from which positive or negative numerical quantities can be measured the sight setting that will cause a projectile to hit the center of the target with no wind blowing adjust (an instrument or device) to zero value adjust (as by firing under test conditions) the zero of (a gun) indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration having no measurable or otherwise determinable value indicating an initial point or origin of or relating to the null set (a set with no members)
a state in southwestern United States; site of the Grand Canyon glossy snake
a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the appearance of things relative to one another as determined by their distance from the viewer
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be present or associated with an event or entity go or travel along with perform an accompaniment to be a companion to somebody following or accompanying as a consequence
(biology) a taxonomic category below a class and above an order
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a structure or object that impedes free movement any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access
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move outward spread or diffuse through cause to become widely known spreading by diffusion
the dead body of an animal especially one slaughtered and dressed for food
a simple seat without a back or arms solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels (forestry) the stump of a tree that has been felled or headed for the production of saplings a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination lure with a stool, as of wild fowl react to a decoy, of wildfowl grow shoots in the form of stools or tillers have a bowel movement
of or relating to or involved in hematology
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a British peer of the highest rank a nobleman (in various countries) of high rank
(physiology) moving of a body part toward the central axis of the body
marked by the exercise of good judgment or common sense in practical matters
following a meal (especially dinner)
people in general considered as a whole a body of people sharing some common interest not private; open to or concerning the people as a whole affecting the people or community as a whole
a change of position that does not entail a change of location the act of changing location from one place to another a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a group of people with a common ideology who try together to achieve certain general goals a major self-contained part of a symphony or sonata a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object a euphemism for defecation a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the driving and regulating parts of a mechanism (as of a watch or clock) the act of changing the location of something
a company of companions or supporters a band of warriors (originally a unit of a Roman Legion) a group of people having approximately the same age
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an infective disease caused by sporozoan parasites that are transmitted through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito; marked by paroxysms of chills and fever
change or be different within limits move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range or extend over; occupy a certain area lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line feed as in a meadow or pasture let eat assign a rank or rating to
an abstract part of something something determined in relation to something that includes it an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the limits within which something can be effective a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze a series of hills or mountains a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds a variety of different things or activities (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the limit of capability a kitchen appliance used for cooking food change or be different within limits move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range or extend over; occupy a certain area lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line feed as in a meadow or pasture let eat assign a rank or rating to
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direct or control; projects, businesses, etc. perform as expected when applied handle and cause to function perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense happen keep engaged perform surgery on involved in a kind of operation being in effect or operation
relating to the stage in the development of a disease before the symptoms are observed
the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically investigate scientifically conduct an inquiry or investigation of
in a commercial manner
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the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone an investigation seeking answers an operation that determines whether one or more of a set of items has a specified property the examination of alternative hypotheses boarding and inspecting a ship on the high seas try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of search or seek inquire into subject to a search
a lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of a high proportion of protein and relatively little cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with decreased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis
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act of expanding by lengthening or widening exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent occupy a large, elongated area extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length become longer by being stretched and pulled make long or longer by pulling and stretching lie down comfortably pull in opposite directions extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance extend one's body or limbs
an antibody acting against tissues of the organism that produces it
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put into print prepare and issue for public distribution or sale have (one's written work) issued for publication prepared and printed for distribution and sale formally made public
having the same evolutionary origin but not necessarily the same function corresponding or similar in position or structure or function or characteristics; especially derived from an organism of the same species
the degree to which something is poisonous grave harmfulness or deadliness
of or relating to the practice of pathology caused by or evidencing a mentally disturbed condition caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology
inflammation of lymph nodes
of or relating to a normal cyst (as the gallbladder or urinary bladder) of or relating to or resembling a cyst
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a surveying instrument for measuring horizontal and vertical angles, consisting of a small telescope mounted on a tripod a facility consisting of the means and equipment necessary for the movement of passengers or goods a journey usually by ship make a passage or journey from one place to another pass across (a sign or house of the zodiac) or pass across (the disk of a celestial body or the meridian of a place) revolve (the telescope of a surveying transit) about its horizontal transverse axis in order to reverse its direction cause or enable to pass through
the second largest continent; located to the south of Europe and bordered to the west by the South Atlantic and to the east by the Indian Ocean
involving two dimensions
a genetic abnormality resulting in short stature
acquire pigment; become colored or imbued color or dye with a pigment
set up or found set up or lay the groundwork for establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment institute, enact, or establish bring about place build or establish something abstract use as a basis for; found on
without much difficulty in a punctual manner
a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something temporary cessation or suspension an interruption in the intensity or amount of something a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)
a three-sided polygon involving three parties having three sides
feel or have a desire for; want strongly have need of hunt or look for; want for a particular reason wish or demand the presence of be without, lack; be deficient in desired or wished for or sought characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
the organ of sight good discernment (either visually or as if visually) attention to what is seen an area that is approximately central within some larger region a small hole or loop (as in a needle) look at
(often followed by `from') not alike; different in nature or quality easy to perceive; especially clearly outlined constituting a separate entity or part recognizable; marked clearly or sharply defined to the mind
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the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number one of the four playing cards in a deck that have two spots being one more than one
make susceptible
the act of examining resemblances examine and note the similarities or differences of be comparable consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
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a device that controls amount of light admitted a natural opening in something an man-made opening; usually small
the act of controlling by restraining someone or something discipline in personal and social activities the state of being physically constrained a rule or condition that limits freedom lack of ornamentation a device that retards something's motion
to gain with effort
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a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem very hard native crystalline carbon valued as a gem a parallelogram with four equal sides; an oblique-angled equilateral parallelogram a playing card in the minor suit that has one or more red rhombuses on it the area of a baseball field that is enclosed by 3 bases and home plate the baseball playing field
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of or relating to immunochemistry
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a farm building for housing horses or other livestock shelter in a stable resistant to change of position or condition firm and dependable; subject to little fluctuation not taking part readily in chemical change maintaining equilibrium showing little if any change
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the act of admitting someone to enter an acknowledgment of the truth of something the fee charged for admission the right to enter
an inflammation of body tissue (especially that below the skin) characterized by fever and swelling and redness and pain
exercise authoritative control or power over lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits handle and cause to function control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard verify by using a duplicate register for comparison be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of able to control or determine policy
of or relating to a seizure or convulsion
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence be at variance with; be out of line with be subject to change in accordance with a variable make something more diverse and varied marked by diversity or difference
the cardinal number that is the sum of eighteen and one being one more than eighteen
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a canonical hour that is the ninth hour of the day counting from sunrise a service in the Roman Catholic Church formerly read or chanted at 3 PM (the ninth hour counting from sunrise) but now somewhat earlier not any not at all or in no way
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a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day clock time a special and memorable period distance measured by the time taken to cover it
an area that is approximately central within some larger region an intermediate part or section the middle area of the human torso (usually in front) time between the beginning and the end of a temporal period put in the middle being neither at the beginning nor at the end in a series equally distant from the extremes of a stage in the development of a language or literature between earlier and later stages between an earlier and a later period of time
a request by the manufacturer of a defective product to return the product (as for replacement or repair) a call to return a bugle call that signals troops to return the process of remembering (especially the process of recovering information by mental effort) the act of removing an official by petition recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection go back to something earlier call to mind summon to return cause one's (or someone else's) thoughts or attention to return from a reverie or digression make unavailable; bar from sale or distribution cause to be returned
helping to restore to good condition
a potent estrogen used in medicine and in feed for livestock and poultry synthetic nonsteroid with the properties of estrogen; formerly used to treat menstrual problems but was found to be associated with vaginal cancers in the daughters of women so treated during pregnancy a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
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stay the same; remain in a certain state continue in a place, position, or situation be left; of persons, questions, problems, results, evidence, etc. stay behind
an elaborate and systematic plan of action the branch of military science dealing with military command and the planning and conduct of a war
the last (12th) month of the year (astronomy) the angular distance of a celestial body north or to the south of the celestial equator; expressed in degrees; used with right ascension to specify positions on the celestial sphere
become more focus on an area of activity or field of study be specific about suit to a special purpose devote oneself to a special area of work evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment developed or designed for a special activity or function
qualities that are comparable examine and note the similarities or differences of be comparable consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
make synchronous and adjust in time or manner happen at the same time make (motion picture sound) exactly simultaneous with the action arrange or represent events so that they co-occur operate simultaneously cause to indicate the same time or rate operating in unison
become converted into ions convert into ions
assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group any of the equal portions into which the capital stock of a corporation is divided and ownership of which is evidenced by a stock certificate the allotment of some amount by dividing something the part played by a person in bringing about a result a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil have in common use jointly or in common have, give, or receive a share of give out as one's portion or share communicate
a note appended to a letter after the signature a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms the 16th letter of the Roman alphabet
an athlete who plays for pay an argument in favor of a proposal in favor of (an action or proposal etc.) in favor of a proposition, opinion, etc.
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a positively charged ion
(physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together an accident resulting from violent impact of a moving object a conflict of opposed ideas or attitudes or goals
the smallest possible quantity the point on a curve where the tangent changes from negative on the left to positive on the right the least possible
the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt an illegal daily lottery the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals a concept of quantity involving zero and units a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program the number is used in calling a particular telephone a symbol used to represent a number one of a series published periodically a select company of people a numeral or string of numerals that is used for identification a clothing measurement the grammatical category for the forms of nouns and pronouns and verbs that are used depending on the number of entities involved (singular or dual or plural) an item of merchandise offered for sale add up in number or quantity give numbers to enumerate put into a group determine the number or amount of place a limit on the number of
a musical notation indicating one half step higher than the note named a long thin sewing needle with a sharp point (of something seen or heard) clearly defined ending in a sharp point having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions marked by practical hardheaded intelligence harsh having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones extremely steep keenly and painfully felt; as if caused by a sharp edge or point having or made by a thin edge or sharp point; suitable for cutting or piercing (of a musical note) raised in pitch by one chromatic semitone very sudden and in great amount or degree quick and forceful changing suddenly in direction and degree
abnormally low level of sodium in the blood; associated with dehydration
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the killing of a human being by another human being
a large bone marrow cell; regarded as the source of blood platelets
a condition requiring relief anything that is necessary but lacking the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior a state of extreme poverty or destitution require as useful, just, or proper have need of have or feel a need for in such a manner as could not be otherwise
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flow off gradually deplete of resources empty of liquid; drain the liquid from make weak emptied or exhausted of (as by drawing off e.g. water or other liquid) very tired drained of electric charge; discharged
a soft grey malleable metallic element that resembles tin but discolors on exposure to air; it is highly toxic and is used in rodent and insect poisons; occurs in zinc blende and some iron ores
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a hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal cortex
a diagrammatic representation of the earth's surface (or part of it) (mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) make a map of; show or establish the features of details of explore or survey for the purpose of making a map locate within a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known DNA or gene sequences plan, delineate, or arrange in detail depict as if on a map to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
the state of something that has been unused and neglected
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multinucleate sheet of cytoplasm characteristic of some stages of such organisms as slime molds parasitic protozoan of the genus Plasmodium that causes malaria in humans
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
make flat or flatter become flat or flatter lower the pitch of (musical notes)
money paid out; an amount spent the act of spending money for goods or services the act of consuming something
incision into a stenosed cardiac valve to relieve the obstruction
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the fluid (red in vertebrates) that is pumped through the body by the heart and contains plasma, blood cells, and platelets temperament or disposition a dissolute man in fashionable society the descendants of one individual people viewed as members of a group smear with blood, as in a hunting initiation rite, where the face of a person is smeared with the blood of the kill
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one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind the body of teachers and administrators at a school
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a result a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation the manner in which something is greeted a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange the manner in which an electrical or mechanical device responds to an input signal or a range of input signals
arrange in random order set up or distributed in a deliberately random way
become bloated or swollen or puff up make bloated or swollen
an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors a thin layer covering something growth of hair or wool or fur covering the body of an animal put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface cover or provide with a coat form a coat over
a licensed medical practitioner (Roman Catholic Church) a title conferred on 33 saints who distinguished themselves through the orthodoxy of their theological teaching children take the roles of physician or patient or nurse and pretend they are at the physician's office a person who holds Ph.D. degree (or the equivalent) from an academic institution alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive give medical treatment to restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
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the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr the proper sphere or extent of your activities a form of trustworthiness; the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct
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a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth a state in southern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War the syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization
being or relating to or like a chimera
(computer science) the operation of accessing information from the computer's memory the cognitive operation of accessing information in memory the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost)
of or relating to meaning or the study of meaning
abnormally slow heartbeat
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a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk
with respect to science; in a scientific way
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a soiled or discolored appearance (microscopy) a dye or other coloring material that is used in microscopy to make structures visible the state of being covered with unclean things a symbol of disgrace or infamy an act that brings discredit to the person who does it color with a liquid dye or tint produce or leave stains make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically color for microscopic study
any pathology of the peripheral nerves
any grammatical case other than the nominative a diagonally arranged abdominal muscle on either side of the torso slanting or inclined in direction or course or position--neither parallel nor perpendicular nor right-angled indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading
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of or relating to or resulting from industry having highly developed industries employed in industry suitable to stand up to hard wear
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make susceptible made susceptible
device that removes something from whatever passes through it an electrical device that alters the frequency spectrum of signals passing through it remove by passing through a filter pass through run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
having an affinity for lipids
the state or fact of existing everything that exists anywhere
undergo or be subjected to undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) experience (emotional) pain put up with something or somebody unpleasant get worse feel pain or be in pain feel physical pain feel unwell or uncomfortable be given to undergo or suffer be set at a disadvantage
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-three and one being four more than twenty
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-four and one being five more than twenty
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-five and one being six more than twenty
a blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body a major thoroughfare that bears important traffic
the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one denoting a quantity consisting of 20 items or units
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty and one being one more than twenty
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-one and one being two more than twenty
a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (rock salt)
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a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time
a person who helps in identifying or preventing or treating illness or disability a drug used as an anesthetic by veterinarians; illicitly taken (originally in the form of powder or `dust') for its effects as a hallucinogen
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-seven and one being eight more than twenty
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-eight and one being nine more than twenty
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being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time after the expected or usual time; delayed of the immediate past or just previous to the present time having died recently of a later stage in the development of a language or literature; used especially of dead languages at or toward an end or late period or stage of development (used especially of persons) of the immediate past later than usual or than expected to an advanced time at an advanced age or stage in the recent past
present reasons and arguments have an argument about something give evidence of
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of perceived or discerned perceived with the mind
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of or relating to or used in microscopy visible under a microscope; using a microscope extremely precise with great attention to details so small as to be invisible without a microscope
a salt or ester of oxalic acid
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collapse of an expanded lung (especially in infants); also failure of pulmonary alveoli to expand at birth
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a broad flat muscle on either side of the back
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a metallic oxide containing the univalent anion O2- the univalent anion O2-
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benefit moral excellence or admirableness that which is pleasing or valuable or useful articles of commerce having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified having the normally expected amount morally admirable deserving of esteem and respect promoting or enhancing well-being agreeable or pleasing of moral excellence having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude thorough with or in a close or intimate relationship financially sound most suitable or right for a particular purpose resulting favorably exerting force or influence capable of pleasing appealing to the mind in excellent physical condition tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health not forged not left to spoil generally admired (often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well') completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly')
the act of searching for something an attempt to acquire or gain something try to get or reach try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of make an effort or attempt go to or towards inquire for
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a nonflammable liquid (trade name Ethrane) used as an inhalation general anesthetic
an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes (ova) a person who belongs to the sex that cannot have babies the capital of Maldives in the center of the islands
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a preliminary election where delegates or nominees are chosen one of the main flight feathers projecting along the outer edge of a bird's wing (astronomy) a celestial body (especially a star) relative to other objects in orbit around it coil forming the part of an electrical circuit such that changing current in it induces a current in a neighboring circuit of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary not derived from or reducible to something else; basic most important element of or being the essential or basic part of primary importance
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect (anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure a difficult or awkward situation a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain) a layer of material that encloses space a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden) an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes surround with a wall in order to fortify
a ring of muscle that contracts to close an opening
a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts (chemistry) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight an enclosure of residences and other building (especially in the Orient) make more intense, stronger, or more marked put or add together calculate principal and interest create by mixing or combining combine so as to form a whole; mix composed of more than one part consisting of two or more substances or ingredients or elements or parts composed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony
a city in southern England to the northwest of London; site of Oxford University a university town in northern Mississippi; home of William Faulkner a university in England a low shoe laced over the instep
open to doubt or debate making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe
United States physician who specialized in diseases of the intestines; he was the first to describe regional ileitis which is now known as Crohn's disease (1884-1983)
a formal organization of people or groups of people the act of consorting with or joining with others the state of being connected together as in memory or imagination the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a social or business relationship a relation resulting from interaction or dependence (chemistry) any process of combination (especially in solution) that depends on relatively weak chemical bonding (ecology) a group of organisms (plants and animals) that live together in a certain geographical region and constitute a community with a few dominant species
mollusk with a low conical shell any of various usually marine gastropods with low conical shells; found clinging to rocks in littoral areas
below the skin
with ease (`easy' is sometimes used informally for `easily') without question indicating high probability; in all likelihood
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carrying developing offspring within the body or being about to produce new life rich in significance or implication filled with or attended with
an instrument or substance used to destroy tissue for medical reasons (eg removal of a wart) by burning it with a hot iron or an electric current or a caustic or by freezing it the act of coagulating blood and destroying tissue with a hot iron or caustic agent or by freezing
an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity
coming next after the first in position in space or time or degree or magnitude
extremely small in scale or scope or capability
a human being
an established custom (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition a distinctive attire worn by a member of a religious order the general form or mode of growth (especially of a plant or crystal) attire that is typically worn by a horseback rider (especially a woman's attire) excessive use of drugs put a habit on
become worse or disintegrate grow worse
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a grammatical category in inflected languages governing the agreement between nouns and pronouns and adjectives; in some languages it is quite arbitrary but in Indo-European languages it is usually based on sex or animateness the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles
a leukocyte with basophilic granules easily stained by basic stains
sheet that forms a distinct (usually flat and rectangular) section or component of something a committee appointed to judge a competition (law) a group of people summoned for jury service (from whom a jury will be chosen) a group of people gathered for a special purpose as to plan or discuss an issue or judge a contest etc a soft pad placed under a saddle a piece of cloth that is generally triangular or tapering; used in making garments or umbrellas or sails (computer science) a small temporary window in a graphical user interface that appears in order to request information from the user; after the information has been provided the user dismisses the box with `okay' or `cancel' electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices decorate with panels select from a list
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a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal an opening (in a wall or ship or armored vehicle) for firing through the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals) put or turn on the left side, of a ship bring to port land at or reach a port turn or go to the port or left side, of a ship carry, bear, convey, or bring carry or hold with both hands diagonally across the body, especially of weapons drink port modify (software) for use on a different machine or platform
a tumor consisting of fatty tissue
a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together fasten or fix with a clamp impose or inflict forcefully
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. the occurrence of a change for the worse the act of damaging something or someone cause or do harm to
involving the mind or an intellectual process of or relating to the mind of or relating to the chin- or liplike structure in insects and certain mollusks of or relating to the chin or median part of the lower jaw affected by a disorder of the mind
sequence of a gene's DNA that transcribes into protein structures
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments the members of a religious community living together the audience gathered together in a theatre or cinema an official assembly having legislative powers aristocratic family line play in which children take the roles of father or mother or children and pretend to interact like adults (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided the management of a gambling house or casino a social unit living together a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented a building in which something is sheltered or located contain or cover provide housing for
any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills the flesh of fish used as food (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Pisces the twelfth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about February 19 to March 20 seek indirectly catch or try to catch fish or shellfish
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure dispassionate;  resisting weight or pressure very strong or vigorous characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort produced without vibration of the vocal cords (of light) transmitted directly from a pointed light source (of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward or touching the velum given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content unfortunate or hard to bear dried out with effort or force or vigor with firmness earnestly or intently causing great damage or hardship slowly and with difficulty indulging excessively into a solid condition very near or close in space or time with pain or distress or bitterness to the full extent possible; all the way
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about your intention; what you intend to do a personal view an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth (music) melodic subject of a musical composition
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reappear on the surface cover with a new surface appear again
extend in scope or range or area stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point span an interval of distance, space or time make available; provide thrust or extend out reach outward in space offer verbally extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body expand the influence of lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length cause to move at full gallop open or straighten out; unbend use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity prolong the time allowed for payment of continue or extend increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance relatively long in duration; tediously protracted fully extended or stretched forth drawn out or made longer spatially beyond the literal or primary sense large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity
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the middle portion of the brain
recuperation in which the symptoms of an acute disease gradually subside (biochemistry) dissolution or destruction of cells such as blood cells or bacteria
be in a relationship with place into a mutual relationship reciprocally connected
promise of reimbursement in the case of loss; paid to people or companies so concerned about hazards that they have made prepayments to an insurance company written contract or certificate of insurance protection against future loss
readiness to embark on bold new ventures the first of a series of actions
financial resources provided to make some project possible the act of financing convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds place or store up in a fund for accumulation provide a fund for the redemption of principal or payment of interest invest money in government securities accumulate a fund for the discharge of a recurrent liability furnish money for
the formation or presence of a thrombus (a clot of coagulated blood attached at the site of its formation) in a blood vessel
the neural or electrical arousal of an organ or muscle or gland the distribution of nerve fibers to an organ or body region
wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs
communicate vividly extend out or project in space transfer (ideas or principles) from one domain into another project on a screen cause to be heard draw a projection of make or work out a plan for; devise present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind put or send forth throw, send, or cast forward regard as objective extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
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the performance of a part or role in a drama perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater serving temporarily especially as a substitute
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act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of an appraisal of the value of something
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with respect to structure
a sudden noisy expulsion of air from the lungs that clears the air passages; a common symptom of upper respiratory infection or bronchitis or pneumonia or tuberculosis exhale abruptly, as when one has a chest cold or congestion
any of numerous chiefly nocturnal insects; some are domestic pests
return to an original state gradual healing (through rest) after sickness or injury the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost)
an effort that is inconvenient a factor causing trouble in achieving a positive result or tending to produce a negative result a condition or state of affairs almost beyond one's ability to deal with and requiring great effort to bear or overcome the quality of being difficult
a leukocyte readily stained with eosin
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization) anything that belongs to a set or class an external body part that projects from the body an organization that is a member of another organization (especially a state that belongs to a group of nations) the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)
the compass point that is one point east of due south
a drug (trade name BuSpar) designed specifically for anxiety
the event consisting of the start of something the time at which something is supposed to begin the first part or section of something the place where something begins, where it springs into being the act of starting something take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language serving to begin
a share set aside for a specific purpose the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan (computer science) the assignment of particular areas of a magnetic disk to particular data or instructions
financial assistance in time of need something that aids or promotes well-being a performance to raise money for a charitable cause derive a benefit from be beneficial for
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republic in northern Europe; achieved independence from Russia in 1917
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) an attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack
the part of the brain continuous with the spinal cord and comprising the medulla oblongata and pons and midbrain and parts of the hypothalamus
make mention of notice or perceive observe with care or pay close attention to make a written note of widely known and esteemed worthy of notice or attention
direct the course of; manage or control lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" behave in a certain manner take somebody somewhere transmit or serve as the medium for transmission lead musicians in the performance of
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a ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that occurs abundantly in large masses; used as an electrical and thermal conductor a copper penny uncomplimentary terms for a policeman a reddish-brown color resembling the color of polished copper any of various small butterflies of the family Lycaenidae having coppery wings coat with a layer of copper
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put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust)
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
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an occurrence of something an item of information that is typical of a class or group clarify by giving an example of
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose convert (from an investment trust to a unit trust) put to use
lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones reduced in strength or concentration or quality or purity
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a learning process in which an organism's behavior becomes dependent on the occurrence of a stimulus in its environment establish a conditioned response develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement put into a better state apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny
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the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one a United States bill worth 20 dollars denoting a quantity consisting of 20 items or units
coming next after the fourth and just before the sixth in position
short-tailed Old World burrowing rodent with large cheek pouches
something that is of no importance the superlative of `little' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree used to form the superlative
morally or legally constraining or binding required by obligation or compulsion or convention
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an authoritative rule a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior the state of being controlled or governed (embryology) the ability of an early embryo to continue normal development after its structure has been somehow damaged or altered the act of bringing to uniformity; making regular the act of controlling or directing according to rule prescribed by or according to regulation
a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn a hypothesis that is taken for granted the act of taking possession of or power over something celebration in the Roman Catholic Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Dormition in the Eastern Orthodox Church (Christianity) the taking up of the body and soul of the Virgin Mary when her earthly life had ended audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to the act of assuming or taking for granted
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a network of intersecting blood vessels or intersecting nerves or intersecting lymph vessels
a middle way between two extremes an accommodation in which both sides make concessions make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise" settle by concession expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
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a space into which an area is subdivided a partitioned section, chamber, or separate room within a larger enclosed area
a passage (a pipe or tunnel) through which water or electric wires can pass
one of the contractile organs of the body animal tissue consisting predominantly of contractile cells a bully employed as a thug or bodyguard authority or power or force (especially when used in a coercive way) possessing muscular strength make one's way by force
(obstetrics) the number of liveborn children a woman has delivered 100 para equal 1 dinar in Yugoslavia a soldier in the paratroops an estuary in northern Brazil into which the Tocantins River flows port city in northern Brazil in the Amazon delta; main port and commercial center for the Amazon River basin
system of measurement based on centimeters and grams and seconds
showing approval
the leaf of a conifer a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument a sharp pointed implement (usually steel) a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record goad or provoke,as by constant criticism prick with a needle
a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area a facility in which ball games are played (especially baseball games) Scottish explorer in Africa (1771-1806) a lot where cars are parked a gear position that acts as a parking brake place temporarily maneuver a vehicle into a parking space
a distinct feature or element in a problem a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone)
a fluorocarbon with chlorine; formerly used as a refrigerant and as a propellant in aerosol cans
fairly large large in amount or extent or degree
something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact a portion of a natural object that which concerns a person with regard to a particular role or situation the extended spatial location of something the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole a line of scalp that can be seen when sections of hair are combed in opposite directions the melody carried by a particular voice or instrument in polyphonic music the part played by a person in bringing about a result go one's own way; move apart discontinue an association or relation; go different ways leave come apart force, take, or pull apart in part; in some degree; not wholly
(golf) the standard number of strokes set for each hole on a golf course, or for the entire course a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced make a score (on a hole) equal to par
encouraging or approving or pleasing (of winds or weather) tending to promote or facilitate presaging or likely to bring good luck inclined to help or support; not antagonistic or hostile occurring at a convenient or suitable time
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a licensed medical practitioner (Roman Catholic Church) a title conferred on 33 saints who distinguished themselves through the orthodoxy of their theological teaching children take the roles of physician or patient or nurse and pretend they are at the physician's office a person who holds Ph.D. degree (or the equivalent) from an academic institution alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive give medical treatment to restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
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hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of block passage through shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight shut off to passage or view or hindered from action
accept as true; take to be true judge or regard; look upon; judge be confident about something follow a credo; have a faith; be a believer credit with veracity
absence of the sense of pain without loss of consciousness
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not precisely limited, determined, or distinguished
to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity somewhat ill or prone to illness having or rising to a peak
aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil originally thought to be a single vitamin but now separated into several B vitamins a trivalent metalloid element; occurs both in a hard black crystal and in the form of a yellow or brown powder a logarithmic unit of sound intensity equal to 10 decibels (physics) a unit of nuclear cross section; the effective circular area that one particle presents to another as a target for an encounter the 2nd letter of the Roman alphabet the blood group whose red cells carry the B antigen
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a depression scratched or carved into a surface the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation)
conforming to the Carnot cycle forming a whorl or having parts arranged in a whorl of a compound having atoms arranged in a ring structure recurring in cycles marked by repeated cycles
British physicist who was born in Germany and fled Nazi persecution; in the 1940s he passed secret information to the USSR about the development of the atom bomb in the United States (1911-1988)
in large part; mainly or chiefly on a large scale
diagnostic procedure consisting of recording the activity of the heart electronically with a cardiograph (and producing a cardiogram)
a relation of direct opposition exact opposition a logical relation such that two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false very opposed in nature or character or purpose of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true but both may be false resistant to guidance or discipline in an opposing direction
inflict damage upon suffer or be susceptible to damage (sometimes followed by `to') causing harm or injury designed or tending to discredit, especially without positive or helpful suggestions
muscles between the ribs; they contract during inspiration located or occurring between the ribs
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one of the digits of the foot the part of footwear that provides a covering for the toes forepart of a hoof (golf) the part of a clubhead farthest from the shaft walk so that the toes assume an indicated position or direction drive obliquely hit (a golf ball) with the toe of the club drive (a golf ball) with the toe of the club touch with the toe
interact in a certain way subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition provide treatment for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression provide with a gift or entertainment provide with choice or abundant food or drink engage in negotiations in order to reach an agreement regard or consider in a specific way subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent given medical care or treatment; if left untreated it lasts two weeks" made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment
used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more) capable of acting on or influencing each other
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in a focal manner
a person active in party politics
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how long something has existed an era of history having some distinctive feature a time of life (usually defined in years) at which some particular qualification or power arises a prolonged period of time a late time of life begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older
cell that functions in the breakdown and resorption of bone tissue
of or relating to or happening during an extrasystole
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(neuroscience) of or relating to or resembling a dendrite
place into or assign to a category arranged into categories
application of a needle heated by an electric current to destroy tissue (as to remove warts)
of or relating to the sensory and motor coordination of an organism or to the controlling nerves
people who are old collectively begin to seem older; get older grow old or older make older advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables) at an advanced stage of erosion (pronounced as one syllable) having attained a specific age; (`aged' is pronounced as one syllable) of wines, fruit, cheeses; having reached a desired or final condition; (`aged' pronounced as one syllable) (used of tobacco) aging as a preservative process (`aged' is pronounced as one syllable)
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed a degree in a continuum of size or quantity established customary state (especially of society) logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements a condition of regular or proper arrangement a legally binding command or decision entered on the court record (as if issued by a court or judge) a commercial document used to request someone to supply something in return for payment and providing specifications and quantities a formal association of people with similar interests a body of rules followed by an assembly (usually plural) the status or rank or office of a Christian clergyman in an ecclesiastical hierarchy a group of person living under a religious rule (biology) taxonomic group containing one or more families a request for something to be made, supplied, or served (architecture) one of original three styles of Greek architecture distinguished by the type of column and entablature used or a style developed from the original three by the Romans the act of putting things in a sequential arrangement give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority make a request for something issue commands or orders for bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations bring order to or into place in a certain order appoint to a clerical posts arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events assign a rank or rating to
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be contingent upon (something that is elided) have faith or confidence in
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the beginning or early stages (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense get despite difficulties or obstacles deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) extract by the process of distillation separate (a metal) from an ore obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action take out of a literary work in order to cite or copy calculate the root of a number
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constitution of the human body alternative names for the body of a human being make by combining materials and parts form or accumulate steadily build or establish something abstract improve the cleansing action of order, supervise, or finance the construction of give form to, according to a plan be engaged in building found or ground bolster or strengthen develop and grow
a group of people who work together an organized structure for arranging or classifying the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something the act of organizing a business or an activity related to a business an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized the activity or result of distributing or disposing persons or things properly or methodically the act of forming or establishing something
a written explanation or criticism or illustration that is added to a book or other textual material
any species of the genus Listeria
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation the proper sphere or extent of your activities
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a tube of small internal diameter; holds liquid by capillary action any of the minute blood vessels connecting arterioles with venules
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tell anonymously be leaked enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out
oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food animal reproductive body consisting of an ovum or embryo together with nutritive and protective envelopes; especially the thin-shelled reproductive body laid by e.g. female birds oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens throw eggs at coat with beaten egg
the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips the narrow part of the shoe connecting the heel and the wide part of the sole
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a visual display of information a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea make a chart of plan in detail represent by means of a graph
the extent downward or backward or inward degree of psychological or intellectual profundity (usually plural) the deepest and most remote part (usually plural) a low moral state the intellectual ability to penetrate deeply into ideas the attribute or quality of being deep, strong, or intense
refuse to accept or acknowledge refuse to accept deem wrong or inappropriate reject with contempt resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership dismiss from consideration or a contest rebuffed (by a lover) without warning
important in effect or meaning fairly large too closely correlated to be attributed to chance and therefore indicating a systematic relation rich in significance or implication
the part of the small intestine between the jejunum and the cecum
performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others work done by one person or group that benefits another an act of help or assistance the act of public worship following prescribed rules a company or agency that performs a public service; subject to government regulation employment in or work for another a force that is a branch of the armed forces Canadian writer (born in England) who wrote about life in the Yukon Territory (1874-1958) a means of serving tableware consisting of a complete set of articles (silver or dishware) for use at table the act of mating by male animals (law) the acts performed by an English feudal tenant for the benefit of his lord which formed the consideration for the property granted to him (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play the act of delivering a writ or summons upon someone periodic maintenance on a car or machine the performance of duties by a waiter or servant be used by; as of a utility make fit for use mate with
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect to an extreme degree
one thousand periods per second
a unit of information equal to 1000 bits a unit of information equal to 1000 bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 bytes
one thousand grams; the basic unit of mass adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
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the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health goddess personifying earth; counterpart of Akkadian Aruru
any of several hereditary diseases of the muscular system characterized by weakness and wasting of skeletal muscles any degenerative disorder resulting from inadequate or faulty nutrition
a metric unit of length equal to 1000 meters (or 0.621371 miles)
a state in midwestern United States the basic unit of thermodynamic temperature adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites a light soft silver-white metallic element of the alkali metal group; oxidizes rapidly in air and reacts violently with water; is abundant in nature in combined forms occurring in sea water and in carnallite and kainite and sylvite the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of information equal to 1000 bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 bytes the 11th letter of the Roman alphabet street names for ketamine
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the medical specialty that deals with diseases of the ear, nose and throat
hormone that is one of the steroids of the adrenal cortex that influences the metabolism of sodium and potassium
the unit of measurement for the proportion of gold in an alloy; 18-karat gold is 75% gold; 24-karat gold is pure gold
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a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently a system considered analogous in structure or function to a living body
related by blood
the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication) become part of; become a member of a group or organization cause to become joined or linked come into the company of make contact or come together be or become joined or united or linked
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to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common specifically or especially distinguished from others uniquely or characteristically
activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption an unhappy and worried mental state a disorderly outburst or tumult a noisy fight the act of disturbing something or someone; setting something in motion (psychiatry) a psychological disorder of thought or emotion; a more neutral term than mental illness electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication
an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings the increase in volume of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water) increase in size, magnitude, number, or intensity become filled with pride, arrogance, or anger expand abnormally come up (as of feelings and thoughts, or other ephemeral things) come up, as of a liquid cause to become swollen
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to cause to separate and go in different directions move away from each other;  distribute loosely sow by scattering cause to separate strew or distribute over an area occurring or distributed over widely spaced and irregular intervals in time or space lacking orderly continuity
any taillike structure
force a fluid through (a body part or tissue) cause to spread or flush or flood through, over, or across
make small or insignificant represent as less significant or important cause to seem less serious; play down
an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur a person related by blood or marriage an act of narration (law) the principle that an act done at a later time is deemed by law to have occurred at an earlier time (usually plural) mutual dealings or connections among persons or groups
dangerous to health; characterized by progressive and uncontrolled growth (especially of a tumor)
satisfactoriness by virtue of conforming to approved standards
taking care or paying attention as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact
not having reached maturity
to a restricted area of the body
money extracted as a penalty issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition minutely precise especially in differences in meaning thin in thickness or diameter characterized by elegance or refinement or accomplishment of textures that are smooth to the touch or substances consisting of relatively small particles free from impurities; having a high or specified degree of purity an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence in a delicate manner
a productive insight the act of discovering something come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation
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any creature of exceptional size a person of exceptional importance and reputation an unusually large enterprise a very large person; impressive in size or qualities someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength; appears in folklore and fairy tales a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun) of great mass; huge and bulky
be contingent upon (something that is elided) have faith or confidence in
separate into parts or portions perform a division act as a barrier between; stand between come apart make a division or separation force, take, or pull apart
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easily agitated causing or fraught with or showing anxiety of or relating to the nervous system excited in anticipation unpredictably excitable (especially of horses)
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administer or bestow, as in small portions distribute or disperse widely make available give to several people cause be distributed cause to become widely known spread throughout a given area be distributed or spread, as in statistical analyses be mathematically distributive to arrange in a systematic order spread out or scattered about or divided up
an apparatus that produces a vapor or gas engine that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by electromagnetic induction someone who originates or causes or initiates something an electronic device for producing a signal voltage
the sudden occurrence of a violent discharge of steam and volcanic material symptom consisting of a breaking out and becoming visible (of volcanos) pouring out fumes or lava (or a deposit so formed) a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition) a sudden very loud noise the emergence of a tooth as it breaks through the gum
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the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one being one more than seven
a hemoprotein composed of globin and heme that gives red blood cells their characteristic color; function primarily to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body tissues
a closed sac that develops abnormally in some body structure a small anatomically normal sac or bladderlike structure (especially one containing fluid)
severe respiratory disease of birds that takes the form of an acute rapidly fatal pneumonia in young chickens and turkeys an opportunistic infection by a fungus of the genus Aspergillus; characterized by inflammation and lesions of the ear and other organs disease especially in agricultural workers caused by inhalation of Aspergillus spores causing lumps in skin and ears and respiratory organs
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a specialist in internal medicine
mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops rapid transport of goods give expression to articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise serve as a means for expressing something indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action send by rapid transport or special messenger service not tacit or implied without unnecessary stops by express
musteline mammal of prairie regions of United States; nearly extinct domesticated albino variety of the European polecat bred for hunting rats and rabbits hound or harry relentlessly hunt with ferrets search and discover through persistent investigation
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman meat carved from the breast of a fowl the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's chest meet at breast level reach the summit (of a mountain) confront bodily
a fabric made from the fine threads produced by certain insect larvae animal fibers produced by silkworms and other larvae that spin cocoons and by most spiders
a small sphere a solid missile discharged from a firearm
a transient variation in voltage or current sports equipment consisting of a sharp point on the sole of a shoe worn by athletes fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn (botany) an indeterminate inflorescence bearing sessile flowers on an unbranched axis a sharp rise followed by a sharp decline a very high narrow heel on women's shoes each of the sharp points on the soles of athletic shoes to prevent slipping (or the shoes themselves) a sharp-pointed projection along the top of a fence or wall (or a dinosaur) a long, thin sharp-pointed implement (wood or metal) any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object a large stout nail stand in the way of pierce with a sharp stake or point secure with spikes bring forth a spike or spikes add alcohol to (beverages) manifest a sharp increase
of or relating to or characterized by transition
any property detected by the olfactory system the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form
dryness resulting from the removal of water depletion of bodily fluids the process of extracting moisture
degree of figurative distance or separation;  remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract remove from a position or an office dispose of cause to leave shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes go away or leave kill intentionally and with premeditation get rid of something abstract
relating to or evidencing dysplasia
a cytokine secreted by helper T cells in response to stimulation by antigens and that acts on other cells of the immune system (as by activating macrophages)
a piece of open land for recreational use in an urban area belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual common to or shared by two or more parties commonly encountered being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language of or associated with the great masses of people of low or inferior quality or value lacking refinement or cultivation or taste to be expected; standard
of or relating to logistics
make stronger strengthen and support with rewards given added strength or support (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
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of or relating to or using air (or a similar gas)
a distinct feature or element in a problem a characteristic to be considered the visual percept of a region the beginning or duration or completion or repetition of the action of a verb the feelings expressed on a person's face
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined have care of or look after manage or run
a human being a single organism being or characteristic of a single thing or person separate and distinct from others of the same kind characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing concerning one person exclusively
a pancreatic enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of elastin
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a New Testament book describing the development of the early church from Christ's Ascension to Paul's sojourn at Rome a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body something that people do or cause to happen a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a manifestation of insincerity perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself play a role or part discharge one's duties pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind be suitable for theatrical performance have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure behave unnaturally or affectedly perform on a stage or theater
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the act of putting something in working order again a formal way of referring to the condition of something a frequently visited place restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken make amends for; pay compensation for move, travel, or proceed toward some place set straight or right give new life or energy to
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a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood
the character of the positive electric pole a quality or state characterized by certainty or acceptance or affirmation and dogmatic assertiveness the quality of being encouraging or promising of a successful outcome an amount greater than zero the quality of being undeniable and not worth arguing about
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limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent limited in size or scope (of children and animals) young, immature slight or limited; especially in degree or intensity or scope low or inferior in station or quality lowercase (of a voice) faint have fine or very small constituent particles not large but sufficient in size or amount made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth)
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of or relating to or having vessels that conduct and circulate fluids
any pathology of the muscles that is not attributable to nerve dysfunction
the act of grasping understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something power by which something or someone is affected or dominated time during which some action is awaited a state of being confined (usually for a short time) a stronghold a cell in a jail or prison the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling
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inflammation of the brain usually caused by a virus; symptoms include headache and neck pain and drowsiness and nausea and fever (`phrenitis' is no longer in scientific use)
go to seed; shed seeds help (an enterprise) in its early stages of development by providing seed money bear seeds place (seeds) in or on the ground for future growth distribute (players or teams) so that outstanding teams or players will not meet in the early rounds sprinkle with silver iodide particles to disperse and cause rain inoculate with microorganisms remove the seeds from (of the more skilled contestants) selectively arranged in the draw for position in a tournament so that they meet each other in later rounds having the seeds extracted having seeds as specified having or supplied with seeds sprinkled with seed
a drug (trade name Inocor) used intravenously in heart failure; increases strength of contraction of myocardium
a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood a golf club that has a relatively narrow metal head implement used to brand live stock home appliance consisting of a flat metal base that is heated and used to smooth cloth press and smooth with a heated iron extremely robust
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either one of two chromatic colors that when mixed together give white (in the case of lights) or grey (in the case of pigments) of words or propositions so related that each is the negation of the other acting as or providing a complement (something that completes the whole)
a word or phrase used to complete a grammatical construction a complete number or quantity number needed to make up a whole force something added to complete or embellish or make perfect one of a series of enzymes in the blood serum that are part of the immune response either of two parts that mutually complete each other make complete or perfect; supply what is wanting or form the complement to
provide with, or send to, a home return home accurately from a long distance orienting or directing homeward or to a destination
something having the property of being analogous to something else
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any of several cruciferous plants of the genus Brassica pungent powder or paste prepared from ground mustard seeds leaves eaten as cooked greens
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence make an alteration to insert words into texts, often falsifying it thereby remove the ovaries of
a relation of direct opposition the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction turning in the opposite direction change to the contrary turn inside out or upside down rule against cancel officially reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of directed or moving toward the rear of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
(chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule an atom or group of atoms with at least one unpaired electron; in the body it is usually an oxygen molecule that has lost an electron and will stabilize itself by stealing an electron from a nearby molecule a person who has radical ideas or opinions (mathematics) a quantity expressed as the root of another quantity a character conveying the lexical meaning of a logogram (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
a hard malleable ductile silvery metallic element that is resistant to corrosion; used in alloys; occurs in pentlandite and smaltite and garnierite and millerite a United States coin worth one twentieth of a dollar five dollars worth of a drug plate with nickel
diminish gradually give a point to becoming gradually narrower
(botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year a reference book that is published regularly once every year completing its life cycle within a year occurring or payable every year
of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own) relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source
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the largest city in Maryland; a major seaport and industrial center
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the airforce of Great Britain a Marxist and Maoist terrorist organization in Germany; a network of underground guerillas who committed acts of violence in the service of the class struggle; a successor to the Baader-Meinhof Gang; became one of Europe's most feared terrorist groups; disbanded in 1998
condition in which swallowing is difficult or painful
eat immoderately serve oneself to, or consume regularly spend extravagantly destroy completely use up (resources or materials) engage fully
an amount of something available for use offering goods and services for sale the activity of supplying or providing something give something useful or necessary to circulate or distribute or equip with give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance state or say further
any herbaceous plant having medicinal properties a person lacking intelligence or common sense having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved easy and not involved or complicated apart from anything else; without additions or modifications exhibiting childlike simplicity and credulity lacking mental capacity and subtlety (botany) of leaf shapes; of leaves having no divisions or subdivisions unornamented
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a baby from birth to four weeks recently born having just or recently arisen or come into existence
the process of breaking up and dissolving blood clots
a regulated daily food allowance of or relating to the diet
and nothing more absolutely absolutely; altogether; really in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment
not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome failing to accomplish an intended result
the passage between the pharynx and the stomach
from first to last used to refer to cited works
to put down by force or authority come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior put out of one's consciousness reduce the incidence or severity of or stop
high in price or charging high prices
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs
a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits
eat immoderately serve oneself to, or consume regularly spend extravagantly destroy completely use up (resources or materials) engage fully very intense
mix together different elements become plastic or fluid or liquefied from heat equip with a fuse; provide with a fuse make liquid or plastic by heating joined together into a whole
the amount a salary is increased an upward slope or grade (as in a road) increasing the size of a bet (as in poker) the act of raising something raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again
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make or cause to be or to become bring into existence pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity invest with a new title, office, or rank create by artistic means create or manufacture a man-made product
located or occurring within a cell or cells
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of or relating to the spleen
test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine methodically examine in order to test suitability project onto a screen for viewing prevent from entering separate with a riddle, as grain from chaff protect, hide, or conceal from danger or harm
serving to support or corroborate
partial or total loss of memory
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a formally arranged gathering a small informal social gathering a casual or unexpected convergence the social act of assembling for some common purpose the act of joining together as one a place where things merge or flow together (especially rivers) come together get together socially or for a specific purpose be adjacent or come together fill or meet a want or need satisfy a condition or restriction satisfy or fulfill collect in one place get to know; get acquainted with meet by design; be present at the arrival of contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle experience as a reaction undergo or suffer be in direct physical contact with; make contact
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a health resort near a spring or at the seaside a fashionable hotel usually in a resort area a place of business with equipment and facilities for exercising and improving physical fitness
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someone who practices homosexuality; having a sexual attraction to persons of the same sex bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer full of or showing high-spirited merriment given to social pleasures often including dissipation brightly colored and showy offering fun and gaiety homosexual or arousing homosexual desires
the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity; relatively great expansion and contraction with changes in pressure and temperature; the ability to diffuse readily; and the spontaneous tendency to become distributed uniformly throughout any container a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely a volatile flammable mixture of hydrocarbons (hexane and heptane and octane etc.) derived from petroleum; used mainly as a fuel in internal-combustion engines a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal a pedal that controls the throttle valve a fossil fuel in the gaseous state; used for cooking and heating homes attack with gas; subject to gas fumes show off
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a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures an open or empty space in or between things a narrow opening a pass between mountain peaks a difference (especially an unfortunate difference) between two opinions or two views or two situations an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity make an opening or gap in
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the entire range of skills or aptitudes or devices used in a particular field or occupation a collection of works (plays, songs, operas, ballets) that an artist or company can perform and do perform for short intervals on a regular schedule
one or some or every or all without specification
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make sense of a language believe to be the case be understanding of
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visual examination of the colon (with a colonoscope) from the cecum to the rectum; requires sedation
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting prevent from speaking out be too tight; rub or press tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them make jokes or quips struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake cause to retch or choke make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
state of being torn or burst open a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) the act of making a sudden noisy break separate or cause to separate abruptly
a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats
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the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type a group of people or things arranged by class or category the basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories restriction imposed by the government on documents or weapons that are available only to certain authorized people
contact by fitting together the act of interlocking or meshing coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively hold in a locking position become engaged or intermeshed with one another linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing
informal terms for nakedness (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes having the surface exposed and painful not treated with heat to prepare it for eating not processed or refined devoid of elaboration or diminution or concealment; bare and pure brutally unfair or harsh not processed or subjected to analysis untempered and unrefined hurting unpleasantly cold and damp used of wood and furniture lacking training or experience (used informally) completely unclothed
matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress; resists forces (such as compression) that tend to deform it; and retains a definite size and shape a three-dimensional shape characterized by good substantial quality of definite shape and volume; firm; neither liquid nor gaseous entirely of one substance with no holes inside of one substance or character throughout uninterrupted in space; having no gaps or breaks providing abundant nourishment of good quality and condition; solidly built not soft or yielding to pressure having three dimensions impenetrable for the eye financially sound of a substantial character and not frivolous or superficial meriting respect or esteem of the same color throughout acting together as a single undiversified whole
put up with something or somebody unpleasant recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others) have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
an inherited form of anemia caused by faulty synthesis of hemoglobin
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a grouping of a number of similar things come together as in a cluster or flock gather or cause to gather into a cluster
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substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected) take the place or move into the position of put something back where it belongs put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
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an act of explaining that serves to clear up and cast light on an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding
be close or similar judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) not quite exact or correct very close in resemblance located close together
a period of 100 years ten 10s
come together come upon, as if by accident; meet with be beset by experience as a reaction contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
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capable of being absorbed or taken in through the pores of a surface
generic term for inflammatory conditions of the skin; particularly with vesiculation in the acute stages
duct through which urine is discharged in most mammals and which serves as the male genital duct
in the area or vicinity by a circular or circuitous route used of movement to or among many different places or in no particular direction in a circle or circular motion (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct in or to a reversed position or direction to a particular destination either specified or understood all around or on all sides in circumference from beginning to end; throughout
an isotonic solution of sodium chloride and distilled water containing salt
fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations shape or influence; give direction to check the emission of (sound)
a republic in southern Europe on the Italian Peninsula; was the core of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire between the 4th century BC and the 5th century AD
a plait of braided hair
loss of bodily sensation with or without loss of consciousness
a severe recurring vascular headache; occurs more frequently in women than men
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers of or relating to fabrics or fabric making
not dangerous to health; not recurrent or progressive (especially of a tumor) pleasant and beneficial in nature or influence kindness of disposition or manner
a deliberately haphazard arrangement of observations so as to simulate chance
to stress, single out as important give extra weight to (a communication)
relating to or located below the epidermis
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a column of light (as from a beacon) a branch of an umbel or an umbelliform inflorescence (mathematics) a straight line extending from a point a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation the syllable naming the second (supertonic) note of any major scale in solmization any of the stiff bony spines in the fin of a fish cartilaginous fishes having horizontally flattened bodies and enlarged winglike pectoral fins with gills on the underside; most swim by moving the pectoral fins emit as rays extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center expose to radiation
development of excess fibrous connective tissue in an organ
an elementary particle with 0 charge and mass about equal to a proton; enters into the structure of the atomic nucleus
act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level a recent event that has some relevance for the present situation the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful a district that has been developed to serve some purpose a state in which things are improving; the result of developing (as in the early part of a game of chess) processing a photosensitive material in order to make an image visible (music) the section of a composition or movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes are developed and elaborated
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a relatively long narrow piece of something artifact consisting of a narrow flat piece of material an airfield without normal airport facilities a sequence of drawings telling a story in a newspaper or comic book thin piece of wood or metal a form of erotic entertainment in which a dancer gradually undresses to music take away possessions from someone get undressed remove the surface from remove substances from by a percolating liquid lay bare steal goods; take as spoils remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely strip the cured leaves from remove the thread (of screws) remove a constituent from a liquid take off or remove draw the last milk (of cows) remove (someone's or one's own) clothes
(computer science) the time it takes for a specific block of data on a data track to rotate around to the read/write head the time that elapses between a stimulus and the response to it the state of being not yet evident or active
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a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces) the instrument by which a claim or right or interest or property is transferred from one person to another the act of distributing something to designated places or persons (law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance an undertaking that you have been assigned to do (as by an instructor) the act of putting a person into a non-elective position
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an antiarrhythmic drug (trade name Cordarone) that has potentially fatal side effects and is used to control serious heart rhythm problems only when safer agents have been ineffective
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an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions what something is used for the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose propose or intend reach a decision
the whole amount material such as sand or gravel used with cement and water to make concrete, mortar, or plaster a sum total of many heterogenous things taken together amount in the aggregate to gather in a mass, sum, or whole formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole composed of a dense cluster of separate units such as carpels or florets or drupelets
teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions fill, as with a certain quality undergo the process of infusion let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse introduce into the body through a vein, for therapeutic purposes
get or ask advice from seek information from have a conference in order to talk something over advise professionally
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to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee assign a task to use to the limit
a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group
the state of being urgent; an earnest and insistent necessity pressing importance requiring speedy action an urgent situation calling for prompt action insistent solicitation and entreaty
derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relieve pain)
pass time in a specific way pay out spend completely depleted of energy, force, or strength drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted
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an increased depth and rate of breathing greater than demanded by the body needs; can cause dizziness and tingling of the fingers and toes and chest pain if continued
an item inserted in a written record the act of beginning something new a written record of a commercial transaction something (manuscripts or architectural plans and models or estimates or works of art of all genres etc.) submitted for the judgment of others (as in a competition) something that provides access (to get in or get out) the act of entering
the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions the chemical composition and properties of a substance or object the way two individuals relate to each other
of or relating to or in terms of a parameter
the act of preventing
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exhibiting or relating to electrical resistance disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority
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a lipoprotein that transports cholesterol in the blood; composed of moderate amount of protein and a large amount of cholesterol; high levels are thought to be associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis
to a great depth psychologically
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance alternative names for the body of a human being a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept the visual appearance of something or someone the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe a perceptual structure shape or influence; give direction to make something, usually for a specific function give shape or form to
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easily irritated or annoyed abnormally sensitive to a stimulus capable of responding to stimuli
one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen serving or used in place of another necessitating a choice between mutually exclusive possibilities pertaining to unconventional choices
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. an accident that results in physical damage or hurt a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat an act that causes someone or something to receive physical damage wrongdoing that violates another's rights and is unjustly inflicted
an organization of people (or countries) involved in a pact or treaty the spatial property possessed by an arrangement or position of things in a straight line or in parallel lines (astronomy) apparent meeting or passing of two or more celestial bodies in the same degree of the zodiac the act of adjusting or aligning the parts of a device in relation to each other
an affliction in which some part of the body is misshapen or malformed something abnormal or anomalous
containing pus
concerned with or comprehending only what is apparent or obvious; not deep or penetrating emotionally or intellectually of, affecting, or being on or near the surface of little substance or significance
a share of the profits (film) an immediate transition from one shot to the next a trench resembling a furrow that was made by erosion or excavation a step on some scale a wound made by cutting a piece of meat that has been cut from an animal carcass a remark capable of wounding mentally a distinct selection of music from a recording or a compact disc the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage the style in which a garment is cut a canal made by erosion or excavation a refusal to recognize someone you know in baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball (sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball the division of a deck of cards before dealing the act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge the act of cutting something into parts the act of shortening something by chopping off the ends the act of reducing the amount or number an unexcused absence from class separate with or as if with an instrument cut down on; make a reduction in turn sharply; change direction abruptly make an incision or separation discharge from a group form by probing, penetrating, or digging style and tailor in a certain fashion hit (a ball) with a spin so that it turns in the opposite direction make out and issue cut and assemble the components of intentionally fail to attend be able to manage or manage successfully give the appearance or impression of move (one's fist) pass directly and often in haste pass through or across make an abrupt change of image or sound stop filming make a recording of record a performance on (a medium) create by duplicating data form or shape by cutting or incising perform or carry out function as a cutting instrument allow incision or separation divide a deck of cards at random into two parts to make selection difficult cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch reap or harvest fell by sawing; hew penetrate injuriously refuse to acknowledge shorten as if by severing the edges or ends of weed out unwanted or unnecessary things dissolve by breaking down the fat of have a reducing effect cease, stop reduce in scope while retaining essential elements lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture have grow through the gums grow through the gums cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses) separated into parts or laid open or penetrated with a sharp edge or instrument fashioned or shaped by cutting with parts removed made neat and tidy by trimming (used of grass or vegetation) cut down with a hand implement or machine (of pages of a book) having the folds of the leaves trimmed or slit (of a male animal) having the testicles removed (used of rates or prices) reduced usually sharply mixed with water
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the enzyme that copies DNA into RNA
an involuntary orienting response; positive or negative reaction to a stimulus source
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) an attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack
someone who takes the place of another person go back and forth; swing back and forth between two states or conditions exchange people temporarily to fulfill certain jobs and functions be an understudy or alternate for a role reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) do something in turns every second one of a series serving or used in place of another occurring by turns; first one and then the other of leaves and branches etc; first on one side and then on the other in two ranks along an axis; not paired
the place where something begins, where it springs into being a document (or organization) from which information is obtained anything that provides inspiration for later work a facility where something is available a person who supplies information someone who originates or causes or initiates something (technology) a process by which energy or a substance enters a system anything (a person or animal or plant or substance) in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies a publication (or a passage from a publication) that is referred to get (a product) from another country or business specify the origin of
a progestin compound (trade name Provera) used to treat menstrual disorders
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(Roman Catholic Church and Anglican Church) feast day celebrating the circumcision of Jesus; celebrated on January 1st the act of circumcising performed on males eight days after birth as a Jewish and Muslim religious rite the act of circumcising; surgical removal of the foreskin of males
an encapsulated neural structure consisting of a collection of cell bodies or neurons
fasten or fix with a clamp impose or inflict forcefully
a period of time when you are confined to a hospital the condition of being treated as a patient in a hospital insurance that pays all or part of a patient's hospital expense placing in medical care in a hospital
the labor of taking a load of something off of or out of a vehicle or ship or container etc. leave or unload take the load off (a container or vehicle)
(genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids
the longest and thickest bone of the human skeleton; extends from the pelvis to the knee
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a movement back from an impact a reaction to a crisis or setback or frustration the act of securing possession of the rebounding basketball after a missed shot spring back; spring away from an impact return to a former condition
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the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision an opinion formed by judging something the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations the capacity to assess situations or circumstances shrewdly and to draw sound conclusions (law) the determination by a court of competent jurisdiction on matters submitted to it the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event
list in an index provide with an index adjust through indexation
diffuse inflammation of the entire brain
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illusory perception; a common symptom of severe mental disorder a mistaken or unfounded opinion or idea an object perceived during a hallucinatory episode
the quantity of water falling to earth at a specific place within a specified period of time the process of forming a chemical precipitate the falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist) the act of casting down or falling headlong from a height an unexpected acceleration or hastening overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)
development of spermatozoa
of or relating to the axil of or relating to the armpit
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration an animal that has undergone mutation
of or being or relating to or involving cognition
one of the two competitions in the next to the last round of an elimination tournament a truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together a trailer having wheels only in the rear; the front is supported by the towing vehicle
to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to
a lump of material formed from the content of a liquid change from a liquid to a thickened or solid state cause to change from a liquid to a solid or thickened state turn into curds coalesce or unite in a mass
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the handwear used by fielders in playing baseball handwear: covers the hand and wrist boxing equipment consisting of big and padded coverings for the fists of the fighters; worn for the sport of boxing
the rate of flow of energy or particles across a given surface a flow or discharge a substance added to molten metals to bond with impurities that can then be readily removed excessive discharge of liquid from a cavity or organ (as in watery diarrhea) a state of uncertainty about what should be done (usually following some important event) preceding the establishment of a new direction of action the lines of force surrounding a permanent magnet or a moving charged particle (physics) the number of changes in energy flow across a given surface per unit area in constant change move or progress freely as if in a stream become liquid or fluid when heated mix together different elements
something that serves to indicate or suggest the act of indicating or pointing out by name (medicine) a reason to prescribe a drug or perform a procedure something (as a course of action) that is indicated as expedient or necessary a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument
of or relating to the hypothalamus
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of or pertaining to arthritis
an anxiety disorder associated with serious traumatic events and characterized by such symptoms as survivor guilt, reliving the trauma in dreams, numbness and lack of involvement with reality, or recurrent thoughts and images
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many times at short intervals frequently or in great quantities in many cases or instances
of or relating to metabolism undergoing metamorphosis
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers totally and definitely; without question
the branch of medicine dealing with the study and treatment of pathologies of the muscles or tendons or joints
in an abundant manner
the posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine the side that goes last or is not normally seen the part of something that is furthest from the normal viewer (football) a person who plays in the backfield the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord the protective covering on the front, back, and spine of a book the part of a garment that covers the back of your body a support that you can lean against while sitting (American football) the position of a player on a football team who is stationed behind the line of scrimmage be behind; approve of travel backward give support or one's approval to cause to travel backward support financial backing for be in back of place a bet on shift to a counterclockwise direction establish as valid or genuine strengthen by providing with a back or backing related to or located at the back located at or near the back of an animal of an earlier date in or to or toward a former location at or to or toward the back or rear in or to or toward an original condition in or to or toward a past time in reply in repayment or retaliation
treat badly change the inherent purpose or function of something use foul or abusive language towards use wrongly or improperly or excessively
of or relating to immunology
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an item of information that is typical of a class or group a representative form or pattern something to be imitated punishment intended as a warning to others an occurrence of something a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding
(military) an armored vehicle (usually equipped with caterpillar treads) that is used to transport infantry a drug combination found in some over-the-counter headache remedies (aspirin and phenacetin and caffeine)
the process of oscillating between states (physics) a regular periodic variation in value about a mean a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon
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a unit of measurement of the refractive power of a lens which is equal to the reciprocal of the focal length measured in meters; used by oculists
speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way pronounce judgment on strongly marked; easily noticeable
a medical instrument used to inject or withdraw fluids spray or irrigate (a body part) with a syringe
an ordered reference standard relative magnitude the ratio between the size of something and a representation of it a specialized leaf or bract that protects a bud or catkin a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the surface of the skin (music) a series of notes differing in pitch according to a specific scheme (usually within an octave) a measuring instrument for weighing; shows amount of mass an indicator having a graduated sequence of marks a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) a flattened rigid plate forming part of the body covering of many animals measure by or as if by a scale pattern, make, regulate, set, measure, or estimate according to some rate or standard take by attacking with scaling ladders reach the highest point of climb up by means of a ladder remove the scales from measure with or as if with scales size or measure according to a scale
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close interaction the act of touching physically the state or condition of touching or of being in immediate proximity the physical coming together of two or more things a person who is in a position to give you special assistance a channel for communication between groups (electronics) a junction where things (as two electrical conductors) touch or are in physical contact a communicative interaction a thin curved glass or plastic lens designed to fit over the cornea in order to correct vision or to deliver medication be in or establish communication with be in direct physical contact with; make contact
a domesticated animal kept for companionship or amusement a special loved one a fit of petulance or sulkiness (especially at what is felt to be a slight) using a computerized radiographic technique to examine the metabolic activity in various tissues (especially in the brain) stroke or caress gently stroke or caress in an erotic manner, as during lovemaking preferred above all others and treated with partiality
the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion have an effect upon act physically on; have an effect upon connect closely and often incriminatingly make believe with the intent to deceive have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
the act of making up your mind about something a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration (boxing) a victory won on points when no knockout has occurred the outcome of a game or contest the trait of resoluteness as evidenced by firmness of character or purpose
having five units or components
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a toxin that is confined inside the microorganisms and is released only when the microorganisms are broken down or die
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connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces make a logical or causal connection be or become joined or united or linked join by means of communication equipment land on or hit solidly join for the purpose of communication be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation establish a rapport or relationship establish communication with someone plug into an outlet hit or play a ball successfully
terminate, end, or take out do away with kill in large numbers dismiss from consideration or a contest eliminate from the body remove from a contest or race remove (an unknown variable) from two or more equations
the skin that covers the top of the head sell illegally, as on the black market remove the scalp of
a wooden pin pushed or driven into a surface small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc. informal terms for the leg a prosthesis that replaces a missing leg regulator that can be turned to regulate the pitch of the strings of a stringed instrument a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing succeed in obtaining a position pierce with a wooden pin or knock or thrust a wooden pin into fasten or secure with a wooden pin stabilize (the price of a commodity or an exchange rate) by legislation or market operations
seed of a pea plant used for food the fruit or seed of a pea plant a leguminous plant of the genus Pisum with small white flowers and long green pods containing edible green seeds
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft) the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon a small distance a symbol of inquisitiveness the sense of smell (especially in animals) a natural skill a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged search or inquire in a meddlesome way advance the forward part of with caution catch the scent of; get wind of push or move with the nose rub noses defeat by a narrow margin
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a person who requires medical care the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the clause enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance
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abnormally long muscular contractions; slow relaxation of a muscle after a contraction
being one hundred more than two hundred
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continue a certain state, condition, or activity continue talking keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last move ahead; travel onward in time or space allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop continue after an interruption continue in a place, position, or situation span an interval of distance, space or time exist over a prolonged period of time remaining in force or being carried on without letup of long duration
the act of using what something is used for a particular service (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose take or consume (regularly or habitually) use up, consume fully seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage avail oneself to habitually do something (use only in the past tense)
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serving to restrict (of tariff) protective of national interests by restricting imports
of or relating to or toward the cheek lying within the mouth oriented toward the inside of the cheek
make optimal; get the most out of; use best modify to achieve maximum efficiency in storage capacity or time or cost act as an optimist and take a sunny view of the world
of or relating to or practicing gynecology
the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating) involving the lungs with progressive wasting of the body (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing the act of consuming something
extend in scope or range or area stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point span an interval of distance, space or time make available; provide thrust or extend out reach outward in space offer verbally extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body expand the influence of lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length cause to move at full gallop open or straighten out; unbend use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity prolong the time allowed for payment of continue or extend increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
excessive amounts of sodium in the blood; possibly indicating diabetes insipidus
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the connective tissue beneath mucous membrane
a specialist in the care of babies
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(sentence connectors) because of the reason given as a consequence
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undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities the state of being polluted the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors
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an accidental happening come to pass
deteriorate in health go back to bad behavior
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the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit the act of using systematic training by multiple repetitions a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding (usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches put to use carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions give a workout to do physical exercise learn by repetition
of or relating to the external sex organs
the framework for a pair of eyeglasses a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film alternative names for the body of a human being (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat a single drawing in a comic_strip an application that divides the user's display into two or more windows that can be scrolled independently a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror one of the ten divisions into which bowling is divided enclose in or as if in a frame enclose in a frame, as of a picture take or catch as if in a snare or trap formulate in a particular style or language make up plans or basic details for construct by fitting or uniting parts together
one of the quantities in a mathematical proportion properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to' having a constant ratio
a complex molecule used medically to chelate metal ions in cases of lead or heavy metal poisoning
surgical removal of an embolus (usually from an artery)
a failure to maintain a higher state deteriorate in health go back to bad behavior
a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties
caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology of or relating to the practice of pathology
the smallest of the Great Lakes a prosperous and industrialized province in central Canada
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a passage (a pipe or tunnel) through which water or electric wires can pass
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(of bone especially the temporal bone) resembling stone in hardness
inflammation of the lungs; caused by a virus or an allergic reaction
communicate a disease to contaminate with a disease or microorganism corrupt with ideas or an ideology affect in a contagious way containing or resulting from disease-causing organisms
a clonic spasm of a muscle or muscle group
a state of mental disturbance and disorientation the act of disturbing the mind or body
the person who plays the position of forward in certain games, such as basketball, soccer, or hockey a position on a basketball, soccer, or hockey team send or ship onward from an intermediate post or station in transit at or near or directed toward the front used of temperament or behavior; lacking restraint or modesty of the transmission gear causing forward movement in a motor vehicle moving forward at or to or toward the front; (`forrad' and `forrard' are dialectal variations) forward in time or order or degree toward the future; forward in time in a forward direction near or toward the bow of a ship or cockpit of a plane
of or relating to a bladder (especially the urinary bladder)
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relating to or characterized by or having nodules having nodules or occurring in the form of nodules
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alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions make correspondent or conformable decide how much is to be paid on an insurance claim
of or relating to motivation
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group a nobleman (duke or marquis or earl or viscount or baron) who is a member of the British peerage look searchingly
a youthful male person a friendly informal reference to a grown man a male human offspring (ethnic slur) offensive and disparaging term for Black man
in a subjective way
not active or activated marked by a state of tranquil repose being quiet or still or inactive (pathology) causing no symptoms
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move from one country or region to another and settle there move periodically or seasonally
the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage surgical removal of a body part or tissue the act of banishing a member of a church from the communion of believers and the privileges of the church; cutting a person off from a religious society the act of pulling up or out; uprooting; cutting off from existence
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the act of rejecting something the state of being rejected (medicine) an immunological response that refuses to accept substances or organisms that are recognized as foreign the speech act of rejecting
the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction an obstruction in a pipe or tube the act of blocking
a precipitated solid substance in suspension or after settling or filtering bring about abruptly separate as a fine suspension of solid particles fall from clouds fall vertically, sharply, or headlong hurl or throw violently
(biochemistry) purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with thymine in DNA and with uracil in RNA
(biochemistry) a long linear polymer of nucleotides found in the nucleus but mainly in the cytoplasm of a cell where it is associated with microsomes; it transmits genetic information from DNA to the cytoplasm and controls certain chemical processes in the cell
throughout history with respect to history
a ductile grey metallic element of the lanthanide series; used in lighter flints; the most abundant of the rare-earth group
any of a class of organic compounds having a carbonyl group linked to a carbon atom in each of two hydrocarbon radicals
to travel for the purpose of discovery a careful systematic search a systematic consideration
an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets (mathematics) an unbounded two-dimensional shape a level of existence or development a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood a carpenter's hand tool with an adjustable blade for smoothing or shaping wood cut or remove with or as if with a plane travel on the surface of water make even or smooth, with or as with a carpenter's plane have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
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a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record) a settled and monotonous routine that is hard to escape (anatomy) any furrow or channel on a bodily structure or part make a groove in, or provide with a groove hollow out in the form of a furrow or groove
bring about abruptly separate as a fine suspension of solid particles fall from clouds fall vertically, sharply, or headlong hurl or throw violently
relating to or affecting the joints of the body
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any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc. a mixture containing two or more metallic elements or metallic and nonmetallic elements usually fused together or dissolving into each other when molten cover with metal containing or made of or resembling or characteristic of a metal
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a white fatty substance that forms a medullary sheath around the axis cylinder of some nerve fibers
give advice to
carcinoma of the liver
a base hit on which the batter stops safely at first base the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number hit a single being or characteristic of a single thing or person used of flowers having usually only one row or whorl of petals existing alone or consisting of one entity or part or aspect or individual not married or related to the unmarried state characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing having uniform application not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective
a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain provide a cure for, make healthy again prepare by drying, salting, or chemical processing in order to preserve make (substances) hard and improve their usability be or become preserved
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of or relating to serology
the concentration of a solution as determined by titration
glyceride occurring naturally in animal and vegetable tissues; it consists of three individual fatty acids bound together in a single large molecule; an important energy source forming much of the fat stored by the body
surgical removal of one or both testicles
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a mature sexual reproductive cell having a single set of unpaired chromosomes
or of relating to or involved in hemodynamics
belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public having no special distinction or quality; widely known or commonly encountered; average or ordinary or usual common to or shared by two or more parties commonly encountered being or characteristic of or appropriate to everyday language of or associated with the great masses of people of low or inferior quality or value lacking refinement or cultivation or taste to be expected; standard
a cellar or vault or underground burial chamber (especially beneath a church)
(ethnic slur) extremely offensive name for a Black person
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the cause of a disease the philosophical study of causation
an inherited form of anemia caused by faulty synthesis of hemoglobin
capable of being assessed especially for the purpose of taxation capable of being considered carefully
a fibrous scleroprotein in bone and cartilage and tendon and other connective tissue; yields gelatin on boiling
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the relative frequency of occurrence of something the striking of a light beam on a surface
make plain and comprehensible define serve as a reason or cause or justification of
in a conventional manner
a musical notation that makes a note sharp or flat or natural although that is not part of the key signature happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally
a collection of lymphatic tissue in the throat behind the uvula (on the posterior wall and roof of the nasopharynx) relating to or resembling lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue
the secretion of an endocrine gland that is transmitted by the blood to the tissue on which it has a specific effect any of the glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream of or belonging to endocrine glands or their secretions
the whole amount material such as sand or gravel used with cement and water to make concrete, mortar, or plaster a sum total of many heterogenous things taken together amount in the aggregate to gather in a mass, sum, or whole
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc prepare for eating by applying heat to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery arrange by systematic planning and united effort educate for a future role or function create by training and teaching lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession made ready or fit or suitable beforehand having made preparations equipped or prepared with necessary intellectual resources
a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images genus of small erect or climbing herbs with pinnate leaves and small inconspicuous white flowers and small flattened pods: lentils (metaphor) a channel through which something can be seen or understood biconvex transparent body situated behind the iris in the eye; its role (along with the cornea) is to focuses light on the retina electronic equipment that uses a magnetic or electric field in order to focus a beam of electrons
increase in extent or intensity make more intense, stronger, or more marked become more intense make the chemically affected part of (a negative) denser or more opaque in order produce a stronger contrast between light and dark made more intense
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the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685 the act of restoring something or someone to a satisfactory state getting something back again the state of being restored to its former good condition some artifact that has been restored or reconstructed a model that represents the landscape of a former geological age or that represents and extinct animal etc. the re-establishment of the British monarchy in 1660
a simple sugar found in honey and in many ripe fruits
someone whose occupation is catching fish large dark brown North American arboreal carnivorous mammal
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amount in the aggregate to gather in a mass, sum, or whole formed of separate units gathered into a mass or whole
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express or state indirectly suggest as a logically necessary consequence; in logic have as a logical consequence suggest that someone is guilty have as a necessary feature
shelf that projects from wall above fireplace
(of brass instruments) having valves
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any of several similar lipophilic amines used as tranquilizers or sedatives or hypnotics or muscle relaxants; chronic use can lead to dependency
a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another a district into which a city or town is divided for the purpose of administration and elections block forming a division of a hospital (or a suite of rooms) shared by patients who need a similar kind of care English economist and conservationist (1914-1981) English writer of novels who was an active opponent of the women's suffrage movement (1851-1920) United States businessman who in 1872 established a successful mail-order business (1843-1913) a division of a prison (usually consisting of several cells) watch over or shield from danger or harm; protect
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed a general inclusive concept an odd or fanciful or capricious idea (usually plural) small personal articles or clothing or sewing items
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort learn or discover with certainty discovered or determined by scientific observation
give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position
a hollow muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of females; contains the developing fetus
an act that fails an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose lack of success a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently an unexpected omission inability to discharge all your debts as they come due loss of ability to function normally
a thin membrane in synovial (freely moving) joints that lines the joint capsule and secretes synovial fluid
act of making fuller or more meaningful or rewarding a gift that significantly increases the recipient's wealth
bring into being take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite bring up a topic for discussion set in motion, start an event or prepare the way for
a structure in a hollow organ (like the heart) with a flap to insure one-way flow of fluid through it device in a brass wind instrument for varying the length of the air column to alter the pitch of a tone control consisting of a mechanical device for controlling the flow of a fluid the entire one-piece shell of a snail and certain other molluscs one of the paired hinged shells of certain molluscs and of brachiopods
a mature sexual reproductive cell having a single set of unpaired chromosomes
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in a widespread way
respiratory disease characterized by inflammation of the lung parenchyma (excluding the bronchi) with congestion caused by viruses or bacteria or irritants
the process of producing red blood cells by the stem cells in the bone marrow
increase in size, volume or significance to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth exaggerate or make bigger increase the volume of
in a decomposed state a loss (or serious disruption) of organization in some system separation into component parts the spontaneous disintegration of a radioactive substance along with the emission of ionizing radiation total destruction
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
a sulfonamide (trade name Gantanol) used to treat infections (especially infections of the urinary tract)
underground pod of the peanut vine widely cultivated American plant cultivated in tropical and warm regions; showy yellow flowers on stalks that bend over to the soil so that seed pods ripen underground a young child who is small for his age pod of the peanut vine containing usually 2 nuts or seeds; `groundnut' and `monkey nut' are British terms of little importance or influence or power; of minor status
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a modifier that has little meaning except to intensify the meaning it modifies characterized by a high degree or intensity; often used as a combining form tending to give force or emphasis of agriculture; intended to increase productivity of a fixed area by expending more capital and labor
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a resource a means of serving give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
an installment of a printed work a bundle of fibers (especially nerve fibers)
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies one of the British colonies that formed the United States
bringing death having momentous consequences; of decisive importance (of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin controlled or decreed by fate; predetermined
a tumor of the brain consisting of neuroglia
provide with staff serve on the staff of
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a brief description given for purposes of identification trade name of a company that produces musical recordings a radioactive isotope that is used in a compound in order to trace the mechanism of a chemical reaction an identifying or descriptive marker that is attached to an object assign a label to; designate with a label attach a tag or label to pronounce judgment on distinguish (as a compound or molecule) by introducing a labeled atom distinguish (an element or atom) by using a radioactive isotope or an isotope of unusual mass for tracing through chemical reactions
an appraisal of the state of affairs a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance a quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the presence or concentration of infectious agents or antibodies etc. analyze (chemical substances) make an effort or attempt
in the near future at this time or period; now
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be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly mistake one thing for another that confounds or contradicts or confuses
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a physician who specializes in surgery
the infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum; electromagnetic wave frequencies below the visible range electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than visible light but shorter than radio waves having or employing wavelengths longer than light but shorter than radio waves; lying outside the visible spectrum at its red end
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grinding tooth with a broad crown; located behind the premolars of or pertaining to the grinding teeth in the back of a mammal's mouth designating a solution containing one mole of solute per liter of solution containing one mole of a substance pertaining to large units of behavior
to a severe or serious degree with sternness; in a severe manner causing great damage or hardship
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat a reflex response to the passage of electric current through the body (pathology) bodily collapse or near collapse caused by inadequate oxygen delivery to the cells; characterized by reduced cardiac output and rapid heartbeat and circulatory insufficiency and pallor an instance of agitation of the earth's crust an unpleasant or disappointing surprise a pile of sheaves of grain set on end in a field to dry; stalks of Indian corn set up in a field a bushy thick mass (especially hair) a sudden jarring impact a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off strike with disgust or revulsion strike with horror or terror collide violently collect or gather into shocks subject to electrical shocks inflict a trauma upon
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lying face upward offering no resistance
the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community stand up on the hind legs, of quadrupeds bring up rise up cause to rise up construct, build, or erect rearing on left hind leg with forelegs elevated and head usually in profile
a person who is married take in marriage perform a marriage ceremony joined in matrimony of or relating to the state of marriage
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a compound whose molecules are composed of two identical monomers
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one of several broad spectrum antibiotic substances obtained from fungi and related to penicillin (trade names Mefoxin); addition of side chains has produced semisynthetic antibiotics with greater antibacterial activity
without blood vessels
the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel lose blood from one's body draw blood get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone be diffused drain of liquid or steam
any substance (as a toxin or enzyme) that stimulates an immune response in the body (especially the production of antibodies)
of or related to the male hormone androgen
on or relating to the same side (of the body)
meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked) (Old Testament) son of Noah a licensed amateur radio operator an unskilled actor who overacts exaggerate one's acting
a painting that is applied to a wall surface of or relating to walls
a cell or organism in which genetic recombination has occurred
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a message (spoken or written) that is introduced or inserted the act of putting one thing into another
an assay that relies on an enzymatic conversion reaction and is used to detect the presence of specific substances (such as enzymes or viruses or antibodies or bacteria)
a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity a long-term economic state characterized by unemployment and low prices and low levels of trade and investment a sunken or depressed geological formation sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy a period during the 1930s when there was a worldwide economic depression and mass unemployment an air mass of lower pressure; often brings precipitation a state of depression and anhedonia so severe as to require clinical intervention a concavity in a surface produced by pressing angular distance below the horizon (especially of a celestial object) pushing down
fasten with a buckle or buckles fold or collapse bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
lift and reset in another soil or situation be transplantable place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient transfer from one place or period to another
largest city in Illinois; a bustling Great Lakes port that extends 26 miles along the southwestern shoreline of Lake Michigan a gambling card game in which chips are placed on the ace and king and queen and jack of separate suits (taken from a separate deck); a player plays the lowest card of a suit in his hand and successively higher cards are played until the sequence stops; the player who plays a card matching one in the layout wins all the chips on that card
the act of giving the imparting of news or promises etc. disposing of property by voluntary transfer without receiving value in return cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part) given or giving freely
the yield from plants in a single growing season the consequence of an effort or activity the gathering of a ripened crop the season for gathering crops gather, as of natural products remove from a culture or a living or dead body, as for the purposes of transplantation
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the right to enter the right to obtain or make use of or take advantage of something (as services or membership) a way of entering or leaving a code (a series of characters or digits) that must be entered in some way (typed or dialed or spoken) to get the use of something (a telephone line or a computer or a local area network etc.) (computer science) the operation of reading or writing stored information the act of approaching or entering obtain or retrieve from a storage device; as of information on a computer reach or gain access to
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the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit the act of using systematic training by multiple repetitions a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding (usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches put to use carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions give a workout to do physical exercise learn by repetition
the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects the body excluding the head and neck and limbs a collection of particulars considered as a system the property of holding together and retaining its shape the central message of a communication the main mass of a thing a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin) the external structure of a vehicle invest with or as with a body; give body to
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cutting so as to separate into pieces a minute and critical analysis detailed critical analysis or examination one part at a time (as of a literary work)
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chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another a mutual expression of views (especially an unpleasant one) the act of changing one thing for another thing the act of giving something in return for something received a workplace that serves as a telecommunications facility where lines from telephones can be connected together to permit communication a workplace for buying and selling; open only to members (sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes reciprocal transfer of equivalent sums of money (especially the currencies of different countries) the act of putting one thing or person in the place of another: "he sent Smith in for Jones but the substitution came too late to help" (chess) gaining (or losing) a rook in return for a knight or bishop (chess) the capture by both players (usually on consecutive moves) of pieces of equal value give to, and receive from, one another exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category change over, change around, as to a new order or sequence hand over one and receive another, approximately equivalent put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items exchange a penalty for a less severe one
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in collaboration or cooperation in conjunction with; combined
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any material used especially to protect something the enclosure of something in a package or box carrying something in a pack on the back arrange in a container fill to capacity compress into a wad carry, as on one's back set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome have with oneself; have on one's person press tightly together or cram hike with a backpack press down tightly seal with packing have the property of being packable or of compacting easily load with a pack treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
the point at which a line intersects a coordinate axis seize on its way tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information
an abatement in intensity or degree (as in the manifestations of a disease) a payment of money sent to a person in another place (law) the act of remitting (especially the referral of a law case to another court) the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance
the natural process by which the body repairs itself heal or recover get healthy again provide a cure for, make healthy again tending to cure or restore to health
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the dissolved matter in a solution; the component of a solution that changes its state
an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear) a small earthquake shaking or trembling (usually resulting from weakness or stress or disease) shake with seismic vibrations
free from danger or the risk of harm (of an undertaking) secure from risk having reached a base without being put out financially sound
the furthest or highest degree of something the point located farthest from the middle of something of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity far beyond a norm in quantity or amount or degree; to an utmost degree beyond a norm in views or actions most distant in any direction
being nine more than thirty
being eight more than thirty
the metabolic processes whereby certain organisms obtain energy from organic molecules; processes that take place in the cells and tissues during which energy is released and carbon dioxide is produced and absorbed by the blood to be transported to the lungs a single complete act of breathing in and out the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
partial or total lack of sensation in a part of the body; a symptom of nerve damage or dysfunction the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally
being three more than thirty
being two more than thirty
being one more than thirty
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three being ten more than twenty
being seven more than thirty
being six more than thirty
being five more than thirty
being four more than thirty
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for the most part
a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person capable of depressing physiological or psychological activity or response by a chemical agent
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form the substance of write music produce a literary work put together out of existing material calm (someone, especially oneself); make quiet make up plans or basic details for serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
four times as great or many having four units or components by a factor of four
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property charge with a function; charge to be create and charge with a task or function mention and identify by name make reference to identify as in botany or biology, for example give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort put into words or an expression prepare according to a formula devised; developed according to an orderly plan
membranous tube with cartilaginous rings that conveys inhaled air from the larynx to the bronchi one of the tubules forming the respiratory system of most insects and many arachnids
an enlisted man of the lowest rank in the Army or Marines confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy concerning things deeply private and personal concerning one person exclusively not expressed
a change downward a process of becoming smaller or shorter the amount by which something decreases the act of decreasing or reducing something decrease in size, extent, or range make smaller
one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper any of the main branches arising from the trunk or a bough of a tree (astronomy) the circumferential edge of the apparent disc of the sun or the moon or a planet either of the two halves of a bow from handle to tip the graduated arc that is attached to an instrument for measuring angles any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm
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the motion of charged particles in a colloid under the influence of an electric field; particles with a positive charge go to the cathode and negative to the anode
of or relating to or located near the nasopharynx
a golf course that is built on sandy ground near a shore the means of connection between things linked in series a fastener that serves to join or connect the state of being connected a connecting shape a unit of length equal to 1/100 of a chain (computing) an instruction that connects one part of a program or an element on a list to another program or list a channel for communication between groups a two-way radio communication system (usually microwave); part of a more extensive telecommunication network an interconnecting circuit between two or more locations for the purpose of transmitting and receiving data make a logical or causal connection connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces be or become joined or united or linked link with or as with a yoke
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the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health the 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet
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a disorder (usually of unknown origin) of the heart muscle (myocardium)
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without variation or change, in every case
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the quality of lacking strength or power; being weak and feeble an inability (usually of the male animal) to copulate
a carbonaceous material obtained by heating wood or other organic matter in the absence of air a stick of black carbon material used for drawing a very dark grey color a drawing made with a stick of black carbon material draw, trace, or represent with charcoal of a very dark grey
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a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
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a branch of the Tai languages
a lack of competence (pathology) inability of a bodily part or organ to function normally lack of an adequate quantity or number
one who stays for only a short time (physics) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load of a mental act; causing effects outside the mind lasting a very short time
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become normal or return to its normal state make normal or cause to conform to a norm or standard bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling
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strange and unconventional behavior (geometry) a ratio describing the shape of a conic section; the ratio of the distance between the foci to the length of the major axis a circularity that has a different center or deviates from a circular path
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one being one more than two
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an almond-shaped neural structure in the anterior part of the temporal lobe of the cerebrum; intimately connected with the hypothalamus and the hippocampus and the cingulate gyrus; as part of the limbic system it plays an important role in motivation and emotional behavior
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a record or narrative description of past events a short account of the news a formal contractual relationship established to provide for regular banking or brokerage or business services a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. grounds importance or value a statement of recent transactions and the resulting balance the act of informing by verbal report an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered the quality of taking advantage be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something keep an account of to give an account or representation of in words furnish a justifying analysis or explanation
the place where something begins, where it springs into being properties attributable to your ancestry an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events the point of intersection of coordinate axes; where the values of the coordinates are all zero the source of something's existence or from which it derives or is derived the descendants of one individual
a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature a nonmetallic univalent element belonging to the halogens; usually a yellow irritating toxic flammable gas; a powerful oxidizing agent; recovered from fluorite or cryolite or fluorapatite the capacitance of a capacitor that has an equal and opposite charge of 1 coulomb on each plate and a voltage difference of 1 volt between the plates the 6th letter of the Roman alphabet
a passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars) a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter move through by or as by digging force a way through
a self-report personality inventory based on Hans Eysenck's factor analysis of personality which assumes three basic factors (the two most important being extraversion to introversion and neuroticism)
(of living tissue) in a state of abnormally high tension (of a solution) having a higher osmotic pressure than a comparison solution
belonging to or prescribed for celiac disease of or in or belonging to the cavity of the abdomen
easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind
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slanderous defamation a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope a blemish made by dirt an act that brings discredit to the person who does it stain by smearing or daubing with a dirty substance make a smudge on; soil by smudging cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
the act of closing something the last section of a communication approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap termination of operations a concluding action move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed cease to operate or cause to cease operating finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) come to a close complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement be priced or listed when trading stops engage at close quarters cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact come together, as if in an embrace draw near bring together all the elements or parts of bar access to fill or stop up unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead final or ending
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the restoration of someone to a useful place in society the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation vindication of a person's character and the re-establishment of that person's reputation the treatment of physical disabilities by massage and electrotherapy and exercises
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hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance set aside for the use of a particular person or party marked by self-restraint and reticence
the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole magnitude or extent balance among the parts of something the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design) give pleasant proportions to adjust in size relative to other things
reassemble mentally build again cause somebody to adapt or reform socially or politically return to its original or usable and functioning condition do over, as of (part of) a house adapted to social or economic change
in an effective manner in actuality or reality or fact
a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates the porous calcified substance from which bones are made a shade of white the color of bleached bones study intensively, as before an exam remove the bones from
able to expand or be expanded (of gases) capable of expansion
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a tortuous and twisted shape or position
an indigenous person who was born in a particular place a person born in a particular place or country indigenous plants and animals characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin belonging to one by birth characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning as found in nature in the elemental form
an essential amino acid found in proteins; occurs especially in gelatin and casein
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become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence be at variance with; be out of line with be subject to change in accordance with a variable make something more diverse and varied characterized by variety widely different broken away from sameness or identity or duplication
any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely an excited state of agitation the motion made by flapping up and down a movable piece of tissue partly connected to the body a movable airfoil that is part of an aircraft wing; used to increase lift or drag move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion move noisily move with a thrashing motion move with a flapping motion make a fuss; be agitated pronounce with a flap, of alveolar sounds
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the extended spatial location of something a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve a large indefinite location on the surface of the Earth the approximate amount of something (usually used prepositionally as in `in the region of') a knowledge domain that you are interested in or are communicating about
a person who has abnormally high blood pressure
a muscle or nerve that dilates or widens a body part a drug that causes dilation a surgical instrument that is used to dilate or distend an opening or an organ
a feeling of affection for a person or an institution a supplementary part or accessory a writ authorizing the seizure of property that may be needed for the payment of a judgment in a judicial proceeding a connection that fastens things together faithful support for a cause or political party or religion the act of attaching or affixing something the act of fastening things together
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an abnormally large amount of this fetoprotein in the fetus can signal an abnormality of the neural tube (as spina bifida or anencephaly)
block passage through
an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side) biographical sketch degree of exposure to public notice a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers write about represent in profile, by drawing or painting
introduce a cannula or tube into
be located at the sides of something or somebody
an abnormal state in which the normal flow of a liquid (such as blood) is slowed or stopped inactivity resulting from a static balance between opposing forces
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lack of physical or intellectual ability or qualifications inability of a part or organ to function properly
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malignant neoplasm of blood-forming tissues; characterized by abnormal proliferation of leukocytes; one of the four major types of cancer
several things grouped together or considered as a whole a publication containing a variety of works request for a sum of money the act of gathering something together
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time available for ease and relaxation freedom to choose a pastime or enjoyable activity
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changing to a lower state (a less respected state) a low or downcast state
a firm partly muscular chestnut sized gland in males at the neck of the urethra; produces a viscid secretion that is the fluid part of semen relating to the prostate gland
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open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead having more than one possible meaning having no intrinsic or objective meaning; not organized in conventional patterns
an introductory textbook any igniter that is used to initiate the burning of a propellant the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface
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something that hinders as if with bonds stick to firmly create social or emotional ties make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose secure with or as if with ropes bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted provide with a binding fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord form a chemical bond with cause to be constipated
a formation of people or things one beside another a mark that is long relative to its width a formation of people or things one behind another a length (straight or curved) without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point text consisting of a row of words written across a page or computer screen a single frequency (or very narrow band) of radiation in a spectrum a fortified position (especially one marking the most forward position of troops) a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power a connected series of events or actions or developments a spatial location defined by a real or imaginary unidimensional extent a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface a pipe used to transport liquids or gases the road consisting of railroad track and roadbed a telephone connection acting in conformity the descendants of one individual something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money in games or sports; a mark indicating positions or bounds of the playing area (often plural) a means of communication or access a particular kind of product or merchandise a commercial organization serving as a common carrier space for one line of print (one column wide and 1/14 inch deep) used to measure advertising the maximum credit that a customer is allowed a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence persuasive but insincere talk that is usually intended to deceive or impress a short personal letter a conceptual separation or distinction mechanical system in a factory whereby an article is conveyed through sites at which successive operations are performed on it be in line with; form a line along cover the interior of make a mark or lines on a surface mark with lines fill plentifully reinforce with fabric
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics exchange messages take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
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a person who is in charge a person who exercises control over workers the head of a tribe or clan most important element
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grass mowed and cured for use as fodder convert (plant material) into hay
mark with a scar
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
be in line with; form a line along cover the interior of make a mark or lines on a surface mark with lines fill plentifully reinforce with fabric bordered by a line of things (used especially of skin) marked by lines or seams having a lining or a liner; often used in combination
a town in southeast Texas on Galveston Island
relating to or constituting or involving an institution organized as or forming an institution
benign angioma consisting of a mass of blood vessels; some appear as birthmarks
a drug (trade name Atabrine) used to treat certain worm infestations and once used to treat malaria
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration measure with a meter stamp with a meter indicating the postage
of or relating to the early phases of a disease when accurate diagnosis is not possible because symptoms of the disease have not yet appeared
draw a line around restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" to draw a geometric figure around another figure so that the two are in contact but do not intersect subject to limits or subjected to limits
surgical reconstruction or replacement of a malformed or degenerated joint
a bacterial toxin that has been weakened until it is no longer toxic but is strong enough to induce the formation of antibodies and immunity to the specific disease caused by the toxin
of or relating to gestation
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16 ounces avoirdupois
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anterior pituitary hormone that stimulates the function of the thyroid gland
a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop a prediction of the course of a disease
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of or relating to chemotherapy
a gonadotropic hormone that is secreted by the anterior pituitary; stimulates ovulation in female mammals and stimulates androgen release in male mammals
a soft silver-white univalent element of the alkali metal group; the lightest metal known; occurs in several minerals Chinese distance measure; approximately 0.5 kilometers being one more than fifty
being five more than fifty
a member of the Caucasoid race the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black) United States jurist appointed chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1910 by President Taft; noted for his work on antitrust legislation (1845-1921) Australian writer (1912-1990) United States political journalist (1915-1986) United States architect (1853-1906) United States writer noted for his humorous essays (1899-1985) United States educator who in 1865 (with Ezra Cornell) founded Cornell University and served as its first president (1832-1918) a tributary of the Mississippi River that flows southeastward through northern Arkansas and southern Missouri the white part of an egg; the nutritive and protective gelatinous substance surrounding the yolk consisting mainly of albumin dissolved in water (board games) the lighter pieces (usually in the plural) trousers made of flannel or gabardine or tweed or white cloth turn white
the act of making a choice decree or ordain determine by choice leave or give by will after one's death disposed or inclined toward not brought about by coercion or force
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a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints) the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five a cgs unit of illumination equal to the brightness of a perfectly diffusing surface that emits or reflects one lumen per square centimeter the 12th letter of the Roman alphabet
a long-playing phonograph record; designed to be played at 33.3 rpm
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incapable of reproducing
a bivalent and trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its members
the place where two or more things come together the state of being joined together the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made something that joins or connects an act of joining or adjoining things
greater in size or importance or degree relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind of major significance or importance remarkable or out of the ordinary in degree or magnitude or effect very good uppercase in an advanced stage of pregnancy
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a digital tape recording of sound
the activity of selecting the scenes to be shown and putting them together to create a film a part (sometimes a root or leaf or bud) removed from a plant to propagate a new plant through rooting or grafting the act of cutting something into parts a piece cut off from the main part of something an excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine removing parts from hard material to create a desired pattern or shape the division of a deck of cards before dealing the act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge the act of diluting something the act of shortening something by chopping off the ends separate with or as if with an instrument cut down on; make a reduction in turn sharply; change direction abruptly make an incision or separation discharge from a group form by probing, penetrating, or digging style and tailor in a certain fashion hit (a ball) with a spin so that it turns in the opposite direction make out and issue cut and assemble the components of intentionally fail to attend be able to manage or manage successfully give the appearance or impression of move (one's fist) pass directly and often in haste pass through or across make an abrupt change of image or sound stop filming make a recording of record a performance on (a medium) create by duplicating data form or shape by cutting or incising perform or carry out function as a cutting instrument allow incision or separation divide a deck of cards at random into two parts to make selection difficult cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch reap or harvest fell by sawing; hew penetrate injuriously refuse to acknowledge shorten as if by severing the edges or ends of weed out unwanted or unnecessary things dissolve by breaking down the fat of have a reducing effect cease, stop reduce in scope while retaining essential elements lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture have grow through the gums grow through the gums cut off the testicles (of male animals such as horses) (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character unpleasantly cold and damp painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services the skilled practice of a practical occupation the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers a particular instance of buying or selling people who perform a particular kind of skilled work steady winds blowing from east to west above and below the equator an equal exchange engage in the trade of turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions exchange or give (something) in exchange for do business; offer for sale as for one's livelihood
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis some point or period in time a day assigned to a particular purpose or observance the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside the recurring hours when you are not sleeping (especially those when you are working) an era of existence or influence the period of time taken by a particular planet (e.g. Mars) to make a complete rotation on its axis the time for one complete rotation of the earth relative to a particular star, about 4 minutes shorter than a mean solar day a period of opportunity United States writer best known for his autobiographical works (1874-1935)
an educational institution for children too young for elementary school
(neuroscience) of or involving synapses
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the month following January and preceding March
keep from happening or arising; make impossible make impossible, especially beforehand
recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property consider (oneself) as similar to somebody else conceive of as united or associated identify as in botany or biology, for example consider to be equal or the same having the identity known or established
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either of two or more related or complementary variables mutually related expressing a reciprocal or complementary relation
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conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases provide with a tube or insert a tube into convey in a tube ride or float on an inflated tube place or enclose in a tube
recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property consider (oneself) as similar to somebody else conceive of as united or associated identify as in botany or biology, for example consider to be equal or the same
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go or live through have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations go through (mental or physical states or experiences) undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind undergo having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation
the state of being physically constrained a device that retards something's motion the act of constraining; the threat or use of force to control the thoughts or behavior of others
constituting or afflicted with or caused by tuberculosis or the tubercle bacillus
put in motion or move to act make active or more active make more adsorptive aerate (sewage) so as to favor the growth of organisms that decompose organic matter make (substances) radioactive
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grow rapidly cause to grow or increase rapidly
veins in the neck that return blood from the head a vital part that is vulnerable to attack relating to or located in the region of the neck or throat
arrange a program of or for write a computer program
30 to 300 kilohertz
the person in a rank around whom the others wheel and maneuver axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns the act of turning on (or as if on) a pivot turn on a pivot
any localized abnormal structural change in a bodily part an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)
United States physician who first described Huntington's chorea American revolutionary leader who signed the Declaration of Independence and was president of the Continental Congress (1731-1796) United States railroad executive who built the western section of the first United States transcontinental railroad (1821-1900) a city of western West Virginia on the Ohio river at the mouth of the Kanawha
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constituting a tube; having hollow tubes (as for the passage of fluids)
a tiny cavity filled with fluid in the cytoplasm of a cell
production of antibodies against the tissues of your own body; produces autoimmune disease or hypersensitivity reactions
(computer science) the operation of accessing information from the computer's memory the cognitive operation of accessing information in memory the act of regaining or saving something lost (or in danger of becoming lost)
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informal abbreviation of `representative' a fabric with prominent rounded crosswise ribs
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rate of revolution of a motor increase the number of rotations per minute
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the officer below the master on a commercial ship a fellow member of a team the partner of an animal (especially a sexual partner) a person's partner in marriage an exact duplicate one of a pair South American holly; leaves used in making a drink like tea informal term for a friend of the same sex South American tea-like drink made from leaves of a South American holly called mate a chess move constituting an inescapable and indefensible attack on the opponent's king engage in sexual intercourse bring two objects, ideas, or people together place an opponent's king under an attack from which it cannot escape and thus ending the game
a person who carries a message
turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame flow freely glow or cause to glow with warm color or light make level or straight rinse, clean, or empty with a liquid irrigate with water from a sluice cause to flow or flood with or as if with water
a person suffering from asthma relating to breathing with a whistling sound
a speech that is open to the public a lengthy rebuke teaching by giving a discourse on some subject (typically to a class) deliver a lecture or talk censure severely or angrily
a person who does not smoke tobacco a passenger car for passengers who want to avoid tobacco smoke
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red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood a tributary of the Mississippi River that flows eastward from Texas along the southern boundary of Oklahoma and through Louisiana emotionally charged terms used to refer to extreme radicals or revolutionaries the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies characterized by violence or bloodshed (especially of the face) reddened or suffused with or as if with blood from emotion or exertion
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of or relating to the anterior walls of the abdomen lying on or over the stomach
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move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion
a member of the ancient Germanic peoples who spread from the Rhine into the Roman Empire in the 4th century a smooth-textured sausage of minced beef or pork usually smoked; often served on a bread roll stamp with a postmark to indicate date and time of mailing exempt by means of an official pass or letter, as from customs or other checks characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion clearly manifest; evident
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the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one being one more than thirteen
make clear and (more) comprehensible make clear by removing impurities or solids, as by heating
ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of drawing spatially closer to something a way of entering or leaving the final path followed by an aircraft as it is landing the event of one object coming closer to another a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the temporal property of becoming nearer in time a close approximation a relatively short golf shot intended to put the ball onto the putting green move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion
the probability of a specified outcome
a small tumor (benign or malignant) arising from the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract; usually associated with excessive secretion of serotonin
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a mutual or reciprocal action; interacting (physics) the transfer of energy between elementary particles or between an elementary particle and a field or between fields; mediated by gauge bosons
provide a cure for, make healthy again prepare by drying, salting, or chemical processing in order to preserve make (substances) hard and improve their usability be or become preserved freed from illness or injury (used of rubber) treated by a chemical or physical process to improve its properties (hardness and strength and odor and elasticity) (used of concrete or mortar) kept moist to assist the hardening (used of hay e.g.) allowed to dry (used especially of meat) cured in brine (used of tobacco) aging as a preservative process (`aged' is pronounced as one syllable)
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a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc. thought that makes something comprehensible the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible
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a board with wheels that is ridden in a standing or crouching position and propelled by foot ride on a flat board with rollers attached to the bottom
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the flesh of a chicken used for food a domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy a foolhardy competition; a dangerous activity that is continued until one competitor becomes afraid and stops easily frightened
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a structure or object that impedes free movement any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access
temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work used of materials (especially metals) in a weakened state caused by long stress (always used with a modifier) boredom resulting from overexposure to something labor of a nonmilitary kind done by soldiers (cleaning or digging or draining or so on) lose interest or become bored with something or somebody exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress
make easier be of use increase the likelihood of (a response)
the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861 the cardinal compass point that is at 180 degrees a location in the southern part of a country, region, or city the direction corresponding to the southward cardinal compass point situated in or facing or moving toward or coming from the south in a southern direction
be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance appear very large or occupy a commanding position having superior power and influence
of or involving or contained in the arteries
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an approach that fails and gives way to another attempt shoot beyond or over (a target) aim too high
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a change for the better; progress in development the act of improving something a condition superior to an earlier condition
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reach a destination, either real or abstract reach a point in time, or a certain state or level move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense be in or establish communication with to gain with effort to extend as far as reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" place into the hands or custody of to exert much effort or energy
one of two (approximately) equal parts one of two basic subdivisions of a tribe
an appliance that corrects dental irregularities a support that steadies or strengthens something else two items of the same kind a set of two similar things considered as a unit either of two punctuation marks ({ or }) used to enclose textual material a rope on a square-rigged ship that is used to swing a yard about and secure it elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural) an appliance that corrects dental irregularities a carpenter's tool having a crank handle for turning and a socket to hold a bit for boring a structural member used to stiffen a framework prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace support by bracing cause to be alert and energetic
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crystalline oxidation product of the metabolism of nucleoproteins; precursor of uric acid; found in many organs and in urine
an established custom (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition a distinctive attire worn by a member of a religious order the general form or mode of growth (especially of a plant or crystal) attire that is typically worn by a horseback rider (especially a woman's attire) excessive use of drugs put a habit on
not stated explicitly or in detail
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the lower part of the female reproductive tract; a moist canal in female mammals extending from the labia minora to the uterus
a substance formed during a chemical process before the desired product is obtained act between parties with a view to reconciling differences lying between two extremes in time or space or state around the middle of a scale of evaluation
of or relating to natriuresis
work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially limit in quality or quantity supply sparingly and with restricted quantities less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so
the descendants of one individual line of descent of a purebred animal ancestry of a purebred animal
the act of scanning; systematic examination of a prescribed region an image produced by scanning examine minutely or intensely examine hastily make a wide, sweeping search of conform to a metrical pattern move a light beam over; in electronics, to reproduce an image read metrically obtain data from magnetic tapes
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come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements complete or carry out complete a pass write all the required information onto a form successfully completed or brought to an end (of a marriage) completed by the first act of sexual intercourse after the ceremony caught
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar win something through one's efforts gain knowledge or skills gain through experience
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of or relating to the external conditions or surroundings concerned with the ecological effects of altering the environment
plug of cotton or other absorbent material; inserted into wound or body cavity to absorb exuded fluids (especially blood) plug with a tampon
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an antibiotic obtained from an actinomycete and used (as a sulphate under the trade name Neobiotic) as an intestinal antiseptic in surgery
elude, especially in a baffling way stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something express opposition through action or words withstand the force of something resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse to comply
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a malignant neoplasm of cartilage cells
in an inverse or contrary manner
a Scandinavian kingdom in the eastern part of the Scandinavian Peninsula
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an electrical device that converts one form of energy into another
an appraisal of the state of affairs a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance a quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the presence or concentration of infectious agents or antibodies etc. analyze (chemical substances) make an effort or attempt
roentgenographic examination of veins
go to see a place, as for entertainment go to certain places as for sightseeing pay a brief visit come to see in an official or professional capacity impose something unpleasant talk socially without exchanging too much information stay with as a guest assail
do away with
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a state of agitation or turbulent change or development a process in which an agent causes an organic substance to break down into simpler substances; especially, the anaerobic breakdown of sugar into alcohol
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make politically neutral and thus inoffensive make ineffective by counterbalancing the effect of oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing make incapable of military action make chemically neutral
the protoplasm of a cell excluding the nucleus; is full of proteins that control cell metabolism
the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes a line on a graph representing data a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) turn sharply; change direction abruptly extend in curves and turns form an arch or curve bend or cause to bend form a curl, curve, or kink
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal) free from stress or conducive to mental ease; having or affording peace of mind more than adequate sufficient to provide comfort in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich
antibiotic drug of the penicillin family used in the treatment of certain staphylococcal infections
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not likely to be true or to occur or to have occurred has little chance of being the case or coming about having a probability too low to inspire belief
any small spherical group of cells containing a cavity
turn sharply; change direction abruptly extend in curves and turns form an arch or curve bend or cause to bend form a curl, curve, or kink having or marked by a curve or smoothly rounded bend
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mental deterioration of organic or functional origin
a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view a show of military force or preparedness a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature) proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion a visual presentation showing how something works
an increase in rate of change the act of accelerating; increasing the speed (physics) a rate of increase of velocity
not human; not belonging to or produced by or appropriate to human beings
to a minimal degree
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a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour any of the forms of Chinese spoken in Fukien province an Egyptian god of procreation
any of various plant glucosides that form soapy lathers when mixed and agitated with water; used in detergents and foaming agents and emulsifiers
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used in combination to denote the middle
a commercially prepared mixture of dry ingredients an event that combines things in a mixture the act of mixing together mix together different elements open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups combine (electronic signals) add as an additional element or part to bring or combine together or with something else mix so as to make a random order or arrangement
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something that interests you because it is important or affects you an anxious feeling a feeling of sympathy for someone or something something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it be relevant to be on the mind of
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call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur provide the needed stimulus for annoy continually or chronically incited, especially deliberately, to anger
occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus that has broken away from a thrombus
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a sweetish crystalline amino acid involved in the synthesis by the body of cysteine
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a dehydrogenated analogue of cortisol (trade names Orasone or Deltasone or Liquid Pred or Meticorten); used as an anti-inflammatory drug in the treatment of arthritis and as an immunosuppressant
a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms the 20th letter of the Roman alphabet thyroid hormone similar to thyroxine but with one less iodine atom per molecule and produced in smaller quantity; exerts the same biological effects as thyroxine but is more potent and briefer hormone produced by the thyroid glands to regulate metabolism by controlling the rate of oxidation in cells
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tending to cause inflammation
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someone who mimics (especially an actor or actress) imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect
the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one a group of United States painters founded in 1907 and noted for their realistic depictions of sordid aspects of city life one of four playing cards in a deck with eight pips on the face being one more than seven
a minor match preceding the main event something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important; designed to orient or acquaint with a situation before proceeding
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the act of inflicting a wound cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of causing physical or especially psychological injury
something that has been transcribed; a written record (usually typewritten) of dictated or recorded speech a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
a sum of money paid or a claim discharged the act of paying money an act of requiting; returning in kind
belonging to or on or near the back or upper surface of an animal or organ or part facing away from the axis of an organ or organism
a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority the verbal act of requesting express the need or desire for; ask for ask (a person) to do something inquire for (information)
an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning
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not according to nature; not by natural means
an event that occurs at a critical time a vaguely specified social event reason the time of a particular event an opportunity to do something give occasion to
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under normal conditions
break into fissures or fine cracks
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the act of choosing or selecting an assortment of things from which a choice can be made the person or thing chosen or selected a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment a passage selected from a larger work
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give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to support materially or financially be behind; approve of be the physical support of; carry the weight of establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts adopt as a belief support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm argue or speak in defense of play a subordinate role to (another performer) be a regular customer or client of put up with something or somebody unpleasant sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support) held up or having the weight borne especially from below
thyroid hormone similar to thyroxine but with one less iodine atom per molecule and produced in smaller quantity; exerts the same biological effects as thyroxine but is more potent and briefer
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a tricyclic antidepressant (trade names Imavate and Tofranil) used to treat clinical depression
imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind view the outline of by means of an X-ray form a mental picture of something that is invisible or abstract make visible seen in the mind as a mental image
the act of removing or getting rid of something the bodily process of discharging waste matter analysis of a problem into alternative possibilities followed by the systematic rejection of unacceptable alternatives the act of removing an unknown mathematical quantity by combining equations the murder of a competitor
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capable of being defined, limited, or explained
a nerve that passes impulses from receptors toward or to the central nervous system of nerves and nerve impulses; conveying sensory information from the sense organs to the CNS
relating to the crystallization of a compound in two or more different forms relating to the occurrence of more than one kind of individual (independent of sexual differences) in an interbreeding population having or occurring in several distinct forms
the practical application of science to commerce or industry the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems
personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose the body of teachers and administrators at a school building material consisting of plaster and hair; used to cover external surfaces of temporary structure (as at an exposition) or for decoration a rod carried as a symbol (music) the system of five horizontal lines on which the musical notes are written provide with staff serve on the staff of
blood serum containing antibodies against specific antigens; provides immunity to a disease
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the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
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power to direct or determine a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another (physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment the activity of managing or exerting control over something the state that exists when one person or group has power over another discipline in personal and social activities great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc. exercise authoritative control or power over lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits handle and cause to function control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard verify by using a duplicate register for comparison be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer lengthen or extend in duration or space
the branch of medicine that deals with the diseases and hygiene of women
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a structural member used to stiffen a framework prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace support by bracing cause to be alert and energetic imparting vitality and energy
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a salt or ester of hydriodic acid
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increase in the number of platelets in the blood which tends to cause clots to form; associated with many neoplasms and chronic infections and other diseases
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one of lesser rank or station or quality a character or symbol set or printed or written beneath or slightly below and to the side of another character of or characteristic of low rank or importance of low or inferior quality written or printed below and to one side of another character having an orbit between the sun and the Earth's orbit lower than a given reference point falling short of some prescribed norm
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a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material record on photographic film undergo being photographed in a certain way
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amide combining the amino group of one amino acid with the carboxyl group of another; usually obtained by partial hydrolysis of protein
any of various polymers containing the urethane radical; a wide variety of synthetic forms are made and used as adhesives or plastics or paints or rubber
a complex carbohydrate found chiefly in seeds, fruits, tubers, roots and stem pith of plants, notably in corn, potatoes, wheat, and rice; an important foodstuff and used otherwise especially in adhesives and as fillers and stiffeners for paper and textiles a commercial preparation of starch that is used to stiffen textile fabrics in laundering stiffen with starch
a regular route for a sentry or policeman the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music a single pulsation of an oscillation produced by adding two waves of different frequencies; has a frequency equal to the difference between the two oscillations a member of the beat generation; a nonconformist in dress and behavior the sound of stroke or blow (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse a regular rate of repetition a stroke or blow the act of beating to windward; sailing as close as possible to the direction from which the wind is blowing come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely very tired
the act of taking and printing photographs the process of producing images of objects on photosensitive surfaces the occupation of taking and printing photographs or making movies
an abnormal rate of muscle contractions in the heart
massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws an investor with a pessimistic market outlook; an investor who expects prices to fall and so sells now in order to buy later at a lower price have cause to be born put up with something or somebody unpleasant move while holding up or supporting bring forth, "The apple tree bore delicious apples this year" take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person contain or hold; have within bring in have on one's person behave in a certain manner have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices support or hold in a certain manner be pregnant with
lacking a steady rhythm without regard for rhythm
a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation a column of light (as from a beacon) (nautical) breadth amidships the broad side of a ship a gymnastic apparatus used by women gymnasts smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light express with a beaming face or smile broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
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someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
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the time when something happens the regulation of occurrence, pace, or coordination to achieve a desired effect (as in music, theater, athletics, mechanics) measure the time or duration of an event or action or the person who performs an action in a certain period of time assign a time for an activity or event set the speed, duration, or execution of regulate or set the time of adjust so that a force is applied and an action occurs at the desired time
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a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography) a subject of study a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve a particular environment or walk of life a part of a structure having some specific characteristic or function the extent of a 2-dimensional surface enclosed within a boundary
the substance that is acted upon by an enzyme or ferment a surface on which an organism grows or is attached any stratum or layer lying underneath another an indigenous language that contributes features to the language of an invading people who impose their language on the indigenous population
the amount per unit size the spatial property of being crowded together
a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function a government agency or instrument devoted to the performance of some specific function (music) an electronic simulation of a pipe organ a periodical that is published by a special interest group wind instrument whose sound is produced by means of pipes arranged in sets supplied with air from a bellows and controlled from a large complex musical keyboard a free-reed instrument in which air is forced through the reeds by bellows
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an X-ray representation of blood vessels made after the injection of a radiopaque substance
a cooperative unit (especially in sports) two or more draft animals that work together to pull something form a team
eliminate from the body
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any of a class of plant hormones that promote cell division and delay the senescence of leaves
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an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs a series of poems or songs on the same theme a periodically repeated sequence of events the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals cause to go through a recurring sequence pass through a cycle ride a motorcycle ride a bicycle recur in repeating sequences
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anything that serves by contrast to call attention to another thing's good qualities
increase make better or more attractive
have an existence, be extant support oneself
a person who owes allegiance to that nation of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country limited to or in the interests of a particular nation concerned with or applicable to or belonging to an entire nation or country owned or maintained for the public by the national government inside the country characteristic of or peculiar to the people of a nation of or relating to nationality
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make an incision into by carving or cutting sharply and deeply indented cut into with a sharp instrument cut or impressed into a surface
the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) high level or degree; the property of being intense the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction) chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue
recurrent large circumscribed areas of subcutaneous edema; onset is sudden and it disappears within 24 hours; seen mainly in young women, often as an allergic reaction to food or drugs
increase make better or more attractive increased or intensified in value or beauty or quality
look forward to the probable occurrence of
the process of separating substances of different densities by the use of a centrifuge
the questioning of a person (or a conversation in which information is elicited); often conducted by journalists a conference (usually with someone important) conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation go for an interview in the hope of being hired
the descendants of one individual line of descent of a purebred animal ancestry of a purebred animal having a list of ancestors as proof of being a purebred animal
make an effort or attempt enter upon an activity or enterprise
a perceptual structure a customary way of operation or behavior a decorative or artistic work something regarded as a normative example a model considered worthy of imitation something intended as a guide for making something else the path that is prescribed for an airplane that is preparing to land at an airport graphical representation (in polar or Cartesian coordinates) of the spatial distribution of radiation from an antenna as a function of angle plan or create according to a model or models form a pattern
in or at or near a periphery or according to a peripheral role or function or relationship
an effort that is inconvenient a factor causing trouble in achieving a positive result or tending to produce a negative result a condition or state of affairs almost beyond one's ability to deal with and requiring great effort to bear or overcome the quality of being difficult
a Jew of eastern European or German descent
material that has been homogenized (especially tissue that has been ground and mixed)
gradual improvement or growth or development the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) a movement forward develop in a positive way move forward, also in the metaphorical sense form or accumulate steadily
the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something a line determining the limits of an area the greatest possible degree of something
a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge pertaining to the tiny air sacs of the lungs pertaining to the sockets of the teeth or that part of the upper jaw
make a copy or equivalent of have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant recreate a sound, image, idea, mood, atmosphere, etc. repeat after memorization
expel (gases or odors) give off, send forth, or discharge; as of light, heat, or radiation, vapor, etc. express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) bring to a destination, make a delivery to surrender someone or something to another free from harm or evil hand over to the authorities of another country pass down utter (an exclamation, noise, etc.) save from sins carry out or perform relinquish possession or control over throw or hurl from the mound to the batter, as in baseball cause to be born
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production of a chemical compound by a living organism
apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design ensure observance of laws and rules;  pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue
the occurrence of a change for the worse a symptom of reduced quality or strength the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
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an unsaturated alcohol that occurs in marine fish-liver oils and is synthesized biologically from carotene
water mixed with waste matter that is flowing outward
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat) a particular point in time occurring with no delay in or of the present month demanding attention
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the act of someone who picks up or takes something carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness very attractive; capturing interest
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group be identical or equivalent to be equal to in quality or ability make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching having the same quantity, value, or measure as another having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task
relating to or concerned with the morphology of plants and animals relating to or concerned with the formation of admissible words in a language pertaining to geological structure
measure with a meter stamp with a meter indicating the postage
put in effect fill or meet a want or need meet the requirements or expectations of put in effect meet the requirements or expectations of fill or meet a want or need completed to perfection
make certain of inform positively and with certainty and confidence assure somebody of the truth of something with the intention of giving the listener confidence be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something cause to feel sure; give reassurance to make a promise or commitment
an operation moving an organ from one organism (the donor) to another (the recipient) the act of removing something from one location and introducing it in another location
make susceptible
activities associated with sexual intercourse either of the two categories (male or female) into which most organisms are divided all of the feelings resulting from the urge to gratify sexual impulses the properties that distinguish organisms on the basis of their reproductive roles stimulate sexually tell the sex (of young chickens)
an appliance that removes moisture
having normal blood pressure
(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate euphemistic expressions for death the motion of one object relative to another the end of something a bodily reaction of changing from one place or stage to another going by something that is moving in order to get in front of it success in satisfying a test or requirement go across or through move past make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass by place into the hands or custody of stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point travel past come to pass go unchallenged; be approved pass time in a specific way pass over, across, or through transmit information disappear gradually go successfully through a test or a selection process be superior or better than some standard accept or judge as acceptable allow to go without comment or censure transfer to another; of rights or property pass into a specified state or condition throw (a ball) to another player be inherited by cause to pass grant authorization or clearance for pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life eliminate from the body lasting a very short time of advancing the ball by throwing it allowing you to pass (e.g., an examination or inspection) satisfactorily hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough to an extreme degree
an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug (Roman Catholic Church) vespers of the office for the dead
the common people generally the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent an ill-structured collection of similar things (objects or people) (Roman Catholic Church and Protestant Churches) the celebration of the Eucharist a body of matter without definite shape the common people generally the property of something that is great in magnitude a musical setting for a Mass a sequence of prayers constituting the Christian Eucharistic rite a shot in billiards made by hitting the cue ball with the cue held nearly vertically; the cue ball spins around another ball before hitting the object ball join together into a mass or collect or form a mass
other than as supposed or expected in other respects or ways in another and different manner; 
a dry form of lava resembling clinkers an international organization that provides a support group for persons trying to overcome alcoholism an associate degree in arts
characterized or caused by inflammation arousing to action or rebellion
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a beta blocker (trade name Blocadren) administered after heart attacks
relating to a technique in which the body is entered by puncture or incision marked by a tendency to spread especially into healthy tissue involving invasion or aggressive attack gradually intrusive without right or permission
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existing peacefully together
a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart
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a condition in which insufficient or no oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged on a ventilatory basis; caused by choking or drowning or electric shock or poison gas
any of various enzymes that move a chemical group from one compound to another compound
extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree; that a whole civilization should be dependent on technology"- Walter Lippman extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact
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a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials material suitable for a journalistic account copy down as is reproduce someone's behavior or looks reproduce or make an exact copy of make a replica of
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an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized intelligence to tactical and operational and strategic level commanders the branch of computer science that deal with writing computer programs that can solve problems creatively a sloth that has three long claws on each forefoot and each hindfoot the introduction of semen into the oviduct or uterus by some means other than sexual intercourse
a long fixed look look at with fixed eyes
(botany) a tiny outgrowth on the surface of a petal or leaf a small nipple-shaped protuberance concerned with taste, touch, or smell a small projection of tissue at the base of a hair or tooth or feather
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a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time a signal for attracting attention a device for showing the operating condition of some system (chemistry) a substance that changes color to indicate the presence of some ion or substance; can be used to indicate the completion of a chemical reaction or (in medicine) to test for a particular reaction
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deviation from the normal or common order or form or rule a person who is unusual (astronomy) position of a planet as defined by its angular distance from its perihelion (as observed from the sun)
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determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely
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come into existence; take on form or shape originate or come into being rise to one's feet result or issue move upward take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance get up and out of bed
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surgical procedure of stopping the flow of blood (as with a hemostat)
the introduction of blood or blood plasma into a vein or artery the action of pouring a liquid from one vessel to another
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the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part the property of something that is great in magnitude the property possessed by a large mass stick out or up cause to bulge or swell outwards
round yellow to orange fruit of any of several citrus trees orange color or pigment; any of a range of colors between red and yellow any citrus tree bearing oranges any pigment producing the orange color a river in South Africa that flows generally westward to the Atlantic Ocean of the color between red and yellow; similar to the color of a ripe orange
the central and most intense or profound part a long steep-sided depression in the ocean floor literary term for an ocean relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply marked by depth of thinking having great spatial extension or penetration downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or laterally or outward from a center; sometimes used in combination very distant in time or space extreme having or denoting a low vocal or instrumental range strong; intense relatively thick from top to bottom extending relatively far inward (of darkness) very intense large in quantity or size with head or back bent low of an obscure nature difficult to penetrate; incomprehensible to one of ordinary understanding or knowledge exhibiting great cunning usually with secrecy to a great depth; far down to an advanced time to a great distance
the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians a biased way of looking at or presenting something a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Saxons and Jutes to become Anglo-Saxons move or proceed at an angle to incline or bend from a vertical position seek indirectly fish with a hook present with a bias
a grouping of a number of similar things come together as in a cluster or flock gather or cause to gather into a cluster
a modified bud consisting of a thickened globular underground stem serving as a reproductive structure electric lamp consisting of a transparent or translucent glass housing containing a wire filament (usually tungsten) that emits light when heated by electricity a rounded part of a cylindrical instrument (usually at one end) anything with a round shape resembling a teardrop lower or hindmost part of the brain; continuous with spinal cord; (`bulb' is an old term for medulla oblongata) a rounded dilation or expansion in a canal or vessel or organ
the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth an amount determined as payable the market value set on assets the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event
a general officer of the highest rank the head of a religious order or congregation a fact about the whole (as opposed to particular) command as a general applying to all or most members of a category or group not specialized or limited to one class of things prevailing among and common to the general public affecting the entire body somewhat indefinite of worldwide scope or applicability
come into existence; take on form or shape originate or come into being rise to one's feet result or issue move upward take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance get up and out of bed
(military) a person who freely enlists for service a person who performs voluntary work a native or resident of Tennessee tell voluntarily agree freely do volunteer work without payment
where you live at a particular time housing that someone is living in the country or state or city where you live (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score the place where you are stationed and from which missions start and end place where something began and flourished an environment offering affection and security a social unit living together an institution where people are cared for provide with, or send to, a home return home accurately from a long distance
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abnormally low blood pressure
relating to or located in the atmosphere
incapable of being perceived by the senses especially the sense of touch imperceptible to the senses or the mind not perceptible to the touch
extensive tract of level open land a basic knitting stitch express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment not elaborate or elaborated; simple lacking patterns especially in color not mixed with extraneous elements free from any effort to soften to disguise lacking embellishment or ornamentation lacking in physical beauty or proportion unmistakably (`plain' is often used informally for `plainly')
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outward or visible aspect of a person or thing the event of coming into sight formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action a mental representation the act of appearing in public view pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed the quality (positive or negative) that renders something desirable or valuable the amount (of money or goods or services) that is considered to be a fair equivalent for something else relative darkness or lightness of a color (music) the relative duration of a musical note an ideal accepted by some individual or group fix or determine the value of; assign a value to hold dear regard highly; think much of evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of estimate the value of
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any culture medium that uses agar as the gelling agent a colloidal extract of algae; used especially in culture media and as a gelling agent in foods
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contribute to the progress or growth of give a promotion to or assign to a higher position make publicity for; try to sell (a product) be changed for a superior chess or checker piece change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent
issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end following immediately and as a result of what went before
worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent or wise
with respect to biology
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the amount by which something decreases a process of becoming smaller or shorter
grass whose starchy grains are used as food: wheat; rice; rye; oats; maize; buckwheat; millet foodstuff prepared from the starchy grains of cereal grasses a breakfast food prepared from grain
a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
the eleventh month of the civil year; the fifth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Jewish calendar (in July and August)
give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
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assert or affirm strongly; state to be true or existing demand as being one's due or property; assert one's right or title to ask for legally or make a legal claim to, as of debts, for example lay claim to; as of an idea take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs
a person's partner in marriage an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest a person who is a member of a partnership provide with a partner act as a partner
an abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely (psychiatry) a defense mechanism in which you flee from reality by assuming a more infantile state the relation between selected values of x and observed values of y (from which the most probable value of y can be predicted for any value of x) returning to a former state
in a consecutive manner
of or relating to a ventricle (of the heart or brain)
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a prescribed selection of foods a legislative assembly in certain countries (e.g., Japan) the usual food and drink consumed by an organism (person or animal) the act of restricting your food intake (or your intake of particular foods) follow a regimen or a diet, as for health reasons eat sparingly, for health reasons or to lose weight
a native or inhabitant of Syria of or relating to or characteristic of Syria or its people or culture
a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs) the persons (or committees or departments etc.) who make up a body for the purpose of administering something the act of administering medication the tenure of a president the act of governing; exercising authority the act of meting out justice according to the law
exactly alike; incapable of being perceived as different not capable of being distinguished or differentiated
rare (usually fatal) brain disease (usually in middle age) caused by an unidentified slow virus; characterized by progressive dementia and gradual loss of muscle control
obstruction of blood flow in a coronary artery by a blood clot (thrombus) surrounding like a crown (especially of the blood vessels surrounding the heart)
anterior pituitary hormone that stimulates the function of the thyroid gland
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a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
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bounded or limited in magnitude or spatial or temporal extent of verbs; relating to forms of the verb that are limited in time by a tense and (usually) show agreement with number and person
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cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of cause damage or affect negatively harmed
the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers things needed for doing or making something a person judged suitable for admission or employment concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests derived from or composed of matter directly relevant to a matter especially a law case concerned with or affecting physical as distinct from intellectual or psychological well-being having material or physical form or substance having substance or capable of being treated as fact; not imaginary
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the delivery of a fetus by surgical incision through the abdominal wall and uterus (from the belief that Julius Caesar was born that way) relating to abdominal delivery of or relating to or in the manner of Julius Caesar
the news as presented by reporters for newspapers or radio or television to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against
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a football player whose responsibility is to block players attempting to stop an offensive play a class of drugs that inhibit (block) some biological process
not ever; at no time in the past or future not at all; certainly not; not in any circumstances
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a female person who has the same parents as another person (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a nun (and used as a form of address) a female person who is a fellow member of a sorority or labor union or other group (slang) sometimes used as a term of address for attractive young women
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an opinion formed by judging something the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event (law) the determination by a court of competent jurisdiction on matters submitted to it the cognitive process of reaching a decision or drawing conclusions the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision the capacity to assess situations or circumstances shrewdly and to draw sound conclusions the mental ability to understand and discriminate between relations
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an area that is approximately central within some larger region the piece of ground in the outfield directly ahead of the catcher a building dedicated to a particular activity a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the object upon which interest and attention focuses a cluster of nerve cells governing a specific bodily process the middle of a military or naval formation (basketball) the person who plays center on a basketball team (football) the person who plays center on the line of scrimmage and snaps the ball to the quarterback a place where some particular activity is concentrated politically moderate persons; centrists (ice hockey) the person who plays center on a hockey team the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering mercantile establishment consisting of a carefully landscaped complex of shops representing leading merchandisers; usually includes restaurants and a convenient parking area; a modern version of the traditional marketplace the position on a hockey team of the player who participates in the face off at the beginning of the game (American football) the position of the player on the line of scrimmage who puts the ball in play a position on a basketball team of the player who participates in the jump that starts the game center upon direct one's attention on something move into the center equally distant from the extremes of or belonging to neither the right nor the left politically or intellectually
of or relating to the nervous system of or relating to neurons
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
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an informal debt instrument; representing `I owe you'
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about the process of using your mind to consider something carefully the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty judge or regard; look upon; judge expect, believe, or suppose use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection imagine or visualize focus one's attention on a certain state have in mind as a purpose decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting ponder; reflect on, or reason about dispose the mind in a certain way have or formulate in the mind be capable of conscious thought bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation
the act of getting possession of something
to an extreme degree
surgical joining of two surfaces join with a suture
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols several exercises intended to be done in series representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production an unofficial association of people or groups a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way the act of putting something in position a unit of play in tennis or squash the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals put into a certain place or abstract location fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely establish as the highest level or best performance put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state fix in a border make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly locate disappear beyond the horizon adapt for performance in a different way put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground apply or start become gelatinous set in type put into a position that will restore a normal state insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink) give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor urge to attack someone estimate equip with sails or masts get ready for a particular purpose or event alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard bear fruit arrange attractively
the act of examining resemblances relation based on similarities and differences qualities that are comparable
one of the contractile organs of the body animal tissue consisting predominantly of contractile cells a bully employed as a thug or bodyguard authority or power or force (especially when used in a coercive way) possessing muscular strength make one's way by force
come into existence; take on form or shape originate or come into being rise to one's feet result or issue move upward take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance get up and out of bed
X-ray film of the spinal cord and spinal nerve roots and subarachnoid space
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure commonly encountered
attach (oneself) to a person or thing in a neurotic way pay attention to exclusively and obsessively make fixed, stable or stationary become fixed (on)
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services a supply of something available for future use an electronic memory device a depository for goods keep or lay aside for future use find a place for and put away for storage
the simplest amino acid found in proteins and the principal amino acid in sugar cane genus of Asiatic erect or sprawling herbs: soya bean
of or relating to orthopedics
the property of being close together the region close around a person or thing a Gestalt principle of organization holding that (other things being equal) objects or events that are near to one another (in space or time) are perceived as belonging together as a unit
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a servant who is paid to perform menial tasks around the household of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation of or relating to the home of or involving the home or family converted or adapted to domestic use produced in a particular country
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a medical establishment run by a group of medical specialists meeting for diagnosis of problems and instruction or remedial work in a particular activity a healthcare facility for outpatient care
the time between one event, process, or period and another serving during an intermediate interval of time
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the rate at which energy is drawn from a source that produces a flow of electricity in a circuit; expressed in volts the difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts
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an enzyme produced by some strains of streptococcus that can liquefy blood clots by converting plasminogen to plasmin; used medicinally in some cases of myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage use tariffs to favor domestic industry shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort
a mountain peak in the Karakoram Range in northern Kashmir; the 2nd highest peak in the world (28,250 feet high)
visible to the naked eye; using the naked eye large enough to be visible with the naked eye
an organic compound of creatine and phosphoric acid; found in the muscles of vertebrates where its hydrolysis releases energy for muscular contraction
the reovirus causing infant enteritis
a mixture of two partially miscible liquids A and B produces two conjugate solutions: one of A in B and another of B in A unite chemically so that the product is easily broken down into the original compounds add inflections showing person, number, gender, tense, aspect, etc. undergo conjugation
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a public promotion of some product or service
an ester of adenosine that is converted to ATP for energy storage data processing by a computer
(chemistry) a process in which one substance permeates another; a fluid permeates or is dissolved by a liquid or solid (physics) the process in which incident radiated energy is retained without reflection or transmission on passing through a medium the social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion complete attention; intense mental effort the mental state of being preoccupied by something
in a passive manner
a statistic characterizing human populations (or segments of human populations broken down by age or sex or income etc.) of or relating to demography
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a purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with cytosine
with respect to mathematics
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a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
unite chemically so that the product is easily broken down into the original compounds add inflections showing person, number, gender, tense, aspect, etc. undergo conjugation formed by the union of two compounds joined together especially in a pair or pairs of an organic compound; containing two or more double bonds each separated from the other by a single bond
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lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete a burning piece of wood or cardboard an exact duplicate the score needed to win a match a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect a person who is of equal standing with another in a group a pair of people who live together something that resembles or harmonizes with be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics provide funds complementary to bring two objects, ideas, or people together be equal to in quality or ability make correspond or harmonize satisfy or fulfill give or join in marriage set into opposition or rivalry be equal or harmonize make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
in characteristic manner
bring to an end; settle conclusively reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation reach a decision understand the meaning of make clearly visible find the solution cause to go into a solution determined explained or answered; problems resolved and unresolved"
trying something to find out about it any standardized procedure for measuring sensitivity or memory or intelligence or aptitude or personality etc a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge the act of undergoing testing the act of testing something a hard outer covering as of some amoebas and sea urchins put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to test or examine for the presence of disease or infection examine someone's knowledge of something show a certain characteristic when tested achieve a certain score or rating on a test determine the presence or properties of (a substance) undergo a test
a compound whose molecules are composed of two identical monomers
the (usually elliptical) path described by one celestial body in its revolution about another a particular environment or walk of life an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the path of an electron around the nucleus of an atom the bony cavity in the skull containing the eyeball move in an orbit
inflammation of the ear
pass by (of time) having passed or slipped by
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a cardiovascular disease characterized by a saclike widening of an artery resulting from weakening of the artery wall
relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator) of or relating to the tropics, or either tropic characterized by or of the nature of a trope or tropes; changed from its literal sense of weather or climate; hot and humid as in the tropics
an aneurysm of the abdominal aorta associated with old age and hypertension
a folded section placed between the leaves of another publication an artifact that is inserted or is to be inserted (broadcasting) a local announcement inserted into a network program (film) a still picture that is introduced and that interrupts the action of a film put or introduce into something introduce fit snugly into insert casually
cause to move, usually with force or pressure take the place of or have precedence over terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense
a similar kind a kind of person prefer or wish to do something find enjoyable or agreeable be fond of feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard want to have resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination equal in amount or value having the same or similar characteristics conforming in every respect
prevent from being included or considered or accepted prevent from entering; shut out lack or fail to include prevent from entering; keep out put out or expel from a place
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involving distinctions based on qualities relating to or involving comparisons based on qualities
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declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of allow to enter; grant entry to allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of admit into a group or community afford possibility give access or entrance to have room for; hold without crowding serve as a means of entrance
a colorless gas (O3) soluble in alkalis and cold water; a strong oxidizing agent; can be produced by electric discharge in oxygen or by the action of ultraviolet radiation on oxygen in the stratosphere (where it acts as a screen for ultraviolet radiation)
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the elimination of fecal waste through the anus
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yielding readily to pressure or weight compassionate and kind; conciliatory (of sound) relatively low in volume easily hurt produced with vibration of the vocal cords;  not protected against attack (especially by nuclear weapons) used chiefly as a direction or description in music (of light) transmitted from a broad light source or reflected (of speech sounds); produced with the back of the tongue raised toward the hard palate; characterized by a hissing or hushing sound (as `s' and `sh') (of a commodity or market or currency) falling or likely to fall in value using evidence not readily amenable to experimental verification or refutation tolerant or lenient soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe having little impact out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance willing to negotiate and compromise not burdensome or demanding; borne or done easily and without hardship mild and pleasant not brilliant or glaring in a relaxed manner; or without hardship
the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation the back part of the human foot someone who is morally reprehensible one of the crusty ends of a loaf of bread the lower end of a ship's mast (golf) the part of the clubhead where it joins the shaft tilt to one side follow at the heels of a person perform with the heels strike with the heel of the club put a new heel on
a native or inhabitant of Italy the Romance language spoken in Italy of or pertaining to or characteristic of Italy or its people or culture or language
capable of being reached capable of being read with comprehension easily obtained easy to get along with or talk to; friendly
the phenomenon of not permitting the passage of electromagnetic radiation incomprehensibility resulting from obscurity of meaning the quality of being opaque to a degree; the degree to which something reduces the passage of light
cause (a liquid) to enter by penetrating the interstices enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members pass into or through by filtering or permeating pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict
traditional genre of music conforming to an established form and appealing to critical interest and developed musical taste of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture of recognized authority or excellence of or relating to the study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome (language) having the form used by ancient standard authors of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures
a feather covering the shoulder of a bird garment consisting of a long wide piece of woolen cloth worn over the shoulders with an opening for the head; part of a monastic habit relating to or near the shoulder blade
the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) high level or degree; the property of being intense the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction) chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue
possessing life (often followed by `with') full of life and spirit having life or vigor or spirit (followed by `to' or `of') aware of in operation mentally perceptive and responsive capable of erupting
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss a very small distance or space filamentous hairlike growth on a plant any of the cylindrical filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis of a mammal cloth woven from horsehair or camelhair; used for upholstery or stiffening in garments a filamentous projection or process on an organism
cause (a liquid) to enter by penetrating the interstices enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members pass into or through by filtering or permeating pass through an enemy line; in a military conflict
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an unofficial association of people or groups instrumentalists not including string players a stripe or stripes of contrasting color an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material a group of musicians playing popular music for dancing a range of frequencies between two limits a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body) a cord-like tissue connecting two larger parts of an anatomical structure jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a driving belt in machinery a thin flat strip or loop of flexible material that goes around or over something else, typically to hold it together or as a decoration a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) a restraint put around something to hold it together bind or tie together, as with a band attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
something (as a course of action) that is recommended as advisable something that recommends (or expresses commendation of) a person or thing as worthy or desirable any quality or characteristic that gains a person a favorable reception or acceptance or admission
an oral beta blocker (trade name Sectral) used in treating hypertension
an antibiotic; a semisynthetic oral penicillin (trade names Amoxil and Larotid and Polymox and Trimox and Augmentin) used to treat bacterial infections
the front limb (or the homologous structure in other animals, such as a flipper or wing)
furnishing support or assistance
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a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons
the rate at which red blood cells settle out in a tube of blood under standardized conditions; a high rate usually indicates the presence of inflammation microwave spectroscopy in which there is resonant absorption of radiation by a paramagnet
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a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger protective covering that provides protection from the weather the condition of being protected a way of organizing business to reduce the taxes it must pay on current earnings temporary housing for homeless or displaced persons provide shelter for invest (money) so that it is not taxable
hide under a false appearance put a mask on or cover with a mask make unrecognizable cover with a sauce shield from light having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading having markings suggestive of a mask
the most powerful female hormone that occurs naturally; synthesized and used to treat estrogen deficiency and breast cancer
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof take on titles, offices, duties, responsibilities take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person occupy or take on seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession make a pretence of take up someone's soul into heaven put clothing on one's body excessively forward
have sexual intercourse with turn like a screw cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions defeat someone through trickery or deceit
an oral antifungal drug (trade name Sporanox) taken for cases of fungal nail disease
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metal shackles; for hands or legs a series of things depending on each other as if linked together (chemistry) a series of linked atoms (generally in an organic molecule) a series of (usually metal) rings or links fitted into one another to make a flexible ligament (business) a number of similar establishments (stores or restaurants or banks or hotels or theaters) under one ownership anything that acts as a restraint a unit of length British biochemist (born in Germany) who isolated and purified penicillin, which had been discovered in 1928 by Sir Alexander Fleming (1906-1979) a series of hills or mountains a linked or connected series of objects a necklace made by a stringing objects together;  connect or arrange into a chain by linking fasten or secure with chains
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in a serial manner
a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda) an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members a discussion among participants who have an agreed (serious) topic
sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound) the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication a loud outcry of protest or complaint incomprehensibility resulting from irrelevant information or meaningless facts or remarks the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan emit a noise
an oily organic compound insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents; essential structural component of living cells (along with proteins and carbohydrates)
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval) pay no attention to, disrespect (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with `a') at least some lacking substance or significance; a fragile claim to fame" being of delicate or slender build
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an excavation that is (usually) filled with water a small lake an organization of people or resources that can be shared an association of companies for some definite purpose any communal combination of funds a small body of standing water (rainwater) or other liquid the combined stakes of the betters something resembling a pool of liquid any of various games played on a pool table having 6 pockets combine into a common fund join or form a pool of people
a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there a vast multitude an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) archaic terms for army any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor the owner or manager of an inn a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network be the host of or for
allowing communication in only one direction at a time, or in telegraphy allowing only one message over a line at a time having only one part or element
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in a sporadic manner
sheet that forms a distinct (usually flat and rectangular) section or component of something a committee appointed to judge a competition (law) a group of people summoned for jury service (from whom a jury will be chosen) a group of people gathered for a special purpose as to plan or discuss an issue or judge a contest etc a soft pad placed under a saddle a piece of cloth that is generally triangular or tapering; used in making garments or umbrellas or sails (computer science) a small temporary window in a graphical user interface that appears in order to request information from the user; after the information has been provided the user dismisses the box with `okay' or `cancel' electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices decorate with panels select from a list
an earnest and sincere feeling the quality of arousing fear or distress the trait of being serious
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible taking place in reality; not pretended or imitated being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something existing in act or fact being or existing at the present moment
a bony hollow into which a structure fits receptacle where something (a pipe or probe or end of a bone) is inserted a receptacle into which an electric device can be inserted
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pull back or move away or backward withdraw from active participation release from something that holds fast, connects, or entangles cause to be returned take back what one has said keep away from others break from a meeting or gathering retire gracefully remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) lose interest make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract
(pathology) an elevation of the skin filled with serous fluid the round leaden seal affixed to a papal bull
a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain
operating or moving or allowing movement in one direction only
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) evoke or provoke to appear or occur deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic call to mind
go after with the intent to catch remove or shorten the tail of an animal remove the stalk of fruits or berries having a tail of a specified kind; often used in combination
cause to come to know personally bring something new to an environment introduce bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment bring in or establish in a new place or environment put or introduce into something bring before the public for the first time, as of an actor, song, etc. put before (a body) furnish with a preface or introduction be a precursor of
someone who makes predictions of the future (usually on the basis of special knowledge) information that supports a probabilistic estimate of future events a computer for controlling antiaircraft fire that computes the position of an aircraft at the instant of a shell's arrival
cause to become give something useful or necessary to give an interpretation or rendition of give or supply pass down make over as a return give back to surrender someone or something to another show in, or as in, a picture coat with plastic or cement bestow restate (words) from one language into another language melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
an agent that triggers mitosis
exist beforehand or prior to a certain point in time existing previously or before something
designed for or capable of a particular function or use involving or affecting function rather than physiology relating to or based on function especially as opposed to structure; it is a functional one" fit or ready for use or service designed for or adapted to a function or use (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing
necessarily or demonstrably true capable of being demonstrated or proved
relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind that is going out or leaving toward the outside
being long-lasting and recurrent or characterized by long suffering of long duration habitual
relating to or affected with cancer like a cancer; an evil that grows and spreads
of or relating to cytogenetics
the presence of excessive protein (chiefly albumin but also globulin) in the urine; usually a symptom of kidney disorder
an animal that produces gametes (ova) that can be fertilized by male gametes (spermatozoa) a person who belongs to the sex that can have babies being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop characteristic of or peculiar to a woman for or pertaining to or composed of women or girls
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edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant any of various herbaceous plants cultivated for an edible part such as the fruit or the root of the beet or the leaf of spinach or the seeds of bean plants or the flower buds of broccoli or cauliflower
a fibrous scleroprotein found in elastic tissues such as the walls of arteries
therapy designed to produce immunity to a disease or to enhance resistance by the immune system
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a disorder characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells in the blood
wear away through erosion or vaporization remove an organ or bodily structure
forming an end or termination; especially putting an end to doubt or question
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existing at the same time
relating to or involving piezoelectricity
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the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose a substance prepared according to a formula the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action) (music) a note that produces a dissonant chord is first heard in a consonant chord activity leading to skilled behavior preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home) the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat
to say, state, or perform again make or do or perform again happen or occur again to say again or imitate do over repeat an earlier theme of a composition recurring again and again
a flammable gas obtained by cracking petroleum; used in organic synthesis
small rounded bread either plain or sweet
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capable of being changed able to flex; able to bend easily able to adjust readily to different conditions bending and snapping back readily without breaking making or willing to make concessions
a rapid, jerky movement of the eyes between positions of rest an abrupt spasmodic movement
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in part; in some degree; not wholly
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involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm
a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second the 10th letter of the Roman alphabet
an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change an activity that varies from a norm or standard a repetition of a musical theme in which it is modified or embellished something a little different from others of the same type an artifact that deviates from a norm or standard the angle (at a particular location) between magnetic north and true north the process of varying or being varied (astronomy) any perturbation of the mean motion or orbit of a planet or satellite (especially a perturbation of the earth's moon) (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (ballet) a solo dance or dance figure the act of changing or altering something slightly but noticeably from the norm or standard
designed to find information or ascertain facts
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a written account of what transpired at a meeting a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour an indefinitely short time a particular point in time a unit of angular distance equal to a 60th of a degree a short note distance measured by the time taken to cover it
pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance come to understand become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions enter a group or organization in order to spy on the members make one's way deeper into or through insert the penis into the vagina or anus of spread or diffuse through having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions tending to penetrate; having the power of entering or piercing
any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food the fur of a rabbit flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food hunt rabbits
a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc. a number you choose and use to gain access to various accounts informal terms for the leg axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns cylindrical tumblers consisting of two parts that are held in place by springs; when they are aligned with a key the bolt can be thrown flagpole used to mark the position of the hole on a golf green a small slender (often pointed) piece of wood or metal used to support or fasten or attach things a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing a club-shaped wooden object used in bowling; set up in triangular groups of ten as the target to hold fast or prevent from moving attach or fasten with pins or as if with pins pierce with a pin immobilize a piece
the event of dying or departure from life the permanent end of all life functions in an organism or part of an organism the absence of life or state of being dead the time when something ends the time at which life ends; continuing until dead the personification of death a final state the act of killing
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a covering to disguise or conceal the face activity that tries to conceal something a party of guests wearing costumes and masks a protective covering worn over the face hide under a false appearance put a mask on or cover with a mask make unrecognizable cover with a sauce shield from light
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard be or do something to a greater degree
inflammation of the female pelvic organs (especially the Fallopian tubes) caused by infection by any of several microorganisms (chiefly gonococci and chlamydia); symptoms are abdominal pain and fever and foul-smelling vaginal discharge
the outermost (and toughest) of the 3 meninges
domestic swine a coarse obnoxious person a person regarded as greedy and pig-like uncomplimentary terms for a policeman mold consisting of a bed of sand in which pig iron is cast a crude block of metal (lead or iron) poured from a smelting furnace live like a pig, in squalor eat greedily give birth
impart gradually pour out of one vessel into another treat by applying evacuated cups to the patient's skin give a transfusion (e.g., of blood) to
an amount of time the interval taken to complete one cycle of a regularly repeating phenomenon (ice hockey) one of three divisions into which play is divided in hockey games a unit of geological time during which a system of rocks formed the end or completion of something the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations
make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to
a disease of poultry a minor nonspecific ailment a small hard seed found in some fruits a mark on a die or on a playing card (shape depending on the suit) a radar echo displayed so as to show the position of a reflecting surface kill by firing a missile hit with a missile from a weapon defeat thoroughly
a sizeable hole (usually in the ground) a concavity in a surface (especially an anatomical depression) the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed (Christianity) the abode of Satan and the forces of evil; where sinners suffer eternal punishment an enclosure in which animals are made to fight (commodity exchange) the part of the floor of a commodity exchange where trading in a particular commodity is carried on (auto racing) an area at the side of a racetrack where the race cars are serviced and refueled a trap in the form of a concealed hole a surface excavation for extracting stone or slate lowered area in front of a stage where an orchestra accompanies the performers a workplace consisting of a coal mine plus all the buildings and equipment connected with it set into opposition or rivalry mark with a scar remove the pits from
a salt or ester of glutamic acid
the act of passing from one state or place to the next an event that results in a transformation a change from one place or state or subject or stage to another a musical passage moving from one key to another a passage that connects a topic to one that follows cause to convert or undergo a transition make or undergo a transition (from one state or system to another)
being eight more than forty
being nine more than forty
being six more than forty
being seven more than forty
being four more than forty
being five more than forty
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being three more than forty
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and four being ten more than thirty
being one more than forty
to put down by force or authority limit the range or extent of limit, block, or decrease the action or function of control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior held back or restrained or prevented
being four more than eighty
widespread European weed having yellow daisylike flowers; sometimes an obnoxious weed and toxic to cattle if consumed in quantity any of numerous chiefly North American weedy plants constituting the genus Ambrosia that produce highly allergenic pollen responsible for much hay fever and asthma
grow under conditions that promote development sit on (eggs)
the presence of blood in the urine; often a symptom of urinary tract disease
undergo resorption
a collection of things sharing a common attribute a general concept that marks divisions or coordinations in a conceptual scheme
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of or relating to a physical injury or wound to the body psychologically painful; 
of or relating to behavior
an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change an activity that varies from a norm or standard a repetition of a musical theme in which it is modified or embellished something a little different from others of the same type an artifact that deviates from a norm or standard the angle (at a particular location) between magnetic north and true north the process of varying or being varied (astronomy) any perturbation of the mean motion or orbit of a planet or satellite (especially a perturbation of the earth's moon) (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration (ballet) a solo dance or dance figure the act of changing or altering something slightly but noticeably from the norm or standard
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the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope the state of being enlarged a discussion that provides additional information a photographic print that has been enlarged
characterized by the interdependence of living organisms in an environment of or relating to the science of ecology
the amount by which something increases the statement of a theme in notes of greater duration (usually twice the length of the original) the act of augmenting
put out or expel from a place eliminate (a substance) leave an aircraft rapidly, using an ejection seat or capsule cause to come out in a squirt
of or relating to pharmacology
an agent or device intended to prevent conception capable of preventing conception or impregnation
relating to or promoting digestion
most frequent or common
a sugar comprising one glucose molecule linked to a galactose molecule; occurs only in milk
an examination conducted by spoken communication using speech rather than writing of or relating to or affecting or for use in the mouth of or involving the mouth or mouth region or the surface on which the mouth is located a stage in psychosexual development when the child's interest is concentrated in the mouth; fixation at this stage is said to result in dependence, selfishness, and aggression
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capable of developing an immune response following exposure to an antigen
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having spines shaped like a spine or thorn
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution the contractile aperture in the center of the iris of the eye; resembles a large black dot a young person attending school (up through senior high school)
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an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause
enlarge or increase grow or intensify added to or made greater in amount or number or strength
induced by a physician's words or therapy (used especially of a complication resulting from treatment)
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the process of providing or combining or treating with oxygen
a junction where two things (as paper or film or magnetic tape) have been joined together join the ends of perform a marriage ceremony join together so as to form new genetic combinations join by interweaving strands
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the presence of an abnormal amount of cholesterol in the cells and plasma of the blood; associated with the risk of atherosclerosis
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
a prosthesis placed permanently in tissue fix or set securely or deeply become attached to and embedded in the uterus put firmly in the mind
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a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry skillful performance or ability without difficulty a natural effortlessness something designed and created to serve a particular function and to afford a particular convenience or service a service that an organization or a piece of equipment offers you
a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended a torpid state resembling deep sleep a period of time spent sleeping euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) be asleep be able to accommodate for sleeping
of or relating to the enteron of or relating to or inside the intestines
a feeling of craving something
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any of various protein molecules secreted by cells of the immune system that serve to regulate the immune system
somewhat ill or prone to illness (`ill' is often used as a combining form) in a poor or improper or unsatisfactory manner; not well
the act of furnishing an equivalent person or thing in the place of another someone who takes the place of another person an event in which one thing is substituted for another a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another filling again by supplying what has been used up a person who follows next in order
a small contrasting part of something a small area of ground covered by specific vegetation a piece of cloth used as decoration or to mend or cover a hole a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a short set of commands to correct a bug in a computer program a connection intended to be used for a limited time sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment) a protective cloth covering for an injured eye a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body to join or unite the pieces of provide with a patch; also used metaphorically mend by putting a patch on repair by adding pieces
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sequence of a eukaryotic gene's DNA that is not translated into a protein
deserving or inciting pity having little money or few possessions characterized by or indicating poverty lacking in specific resources, qualities or substances not sufficient to meet a need unsatisfactory
of or relating to the gonads
King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574) King of France who began his reign with most of northern France under English control; after the intervention of Jeanne d'Arc the French were able to defeat the English and end the Hundred Years' War (1403-1461) as Charles II he was Holy Roman Emperor and as Charles I he was king of France (823-877) King of England and Scotland and Ireland during the Restoration (1630-1685) son of James I who was King of England and Scotland and Ireland; was deposed and executed by Oliver Cromwell (1600-1649) the eldest son of Elizabeth II and heir to the English throne (born in 1948) French physicist and author of Charles's law which anticipated Gay-Lussac's law (1746-1823) king of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor; conqueror of the Lombards and Saxons (742-814) a river in eastern Massachusetts that empties into Boston Harbor and that separates Cambridge from Boston
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blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
diverging from another or from a standard tending to move apart in different directions
hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity
(physics) an imaginary surface joining all points in space that are reached at the same instant by a wave propagating through a medium
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent expose to a chance of loss or damage take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
a licensed medical practitioner
a soft silvery metallic element of the alkali earth group; found in barite
a growth in strength or number or importance the act of changing location in an upward direction an upward slope or grade (as in a road) a movement upward the amount a salary is increased the property possessed by a slope or surface that rises a wave that lifts the surface of the water or ground (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost an increase in cost increase in price or value move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead
having no definite form or distinct shape lacking the system or structure characteristic of living bodies without real or apparent crystalline form
of or relating to or constituting the vitreous humor of the eye relating to or resembling or derived from or containing glass (of ceramics) having the surface made shiny and nonporous by fusing a vitreous solution to it
(used of count nouns) each and all of the members of a group considered singly and without exception each and all of a series of entities or intervals as specified
in the direction against a stream's current toward the source or against the current
any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians) one who is playfully mischievous play around with or alter or falsify, usually secretively or dishonestly do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
a minor short-term fight a casual or unexpected convergence a casual meeting with a person or thing a hostile disagreement face-to-face come together come upon, as if by accident; meet with be beset by experience as a reaction contend against an opponent in a sport, game, or battle
a deficiency of red blood cells a lack of vitality genus of terrestrial or lithophytic ferns having pinnatifid fronds; chiefly of tropical America
an educational institution a building where young people receive education the process of being formally educated at a school a body of creative artists or writers or thinkers linked by a similar style or by similar teachers the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session an educational institution's faculty and students a large group of fish educate in or as if in a school teach or refine to be discriminative in taste or judgment swim in or form a large group of fish
combine into a common fund join or form a pool of people
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a formal entry into an organization or position or office an electrical phenomenon whereby an electromotive force (EMF) is generated in a closed circuit by a change in the flow of current reasoning from detailed facts to general principles stimulation that calls up (draws forth) a particular class of behaviors the act of bringing about something (especially at an early time) an act that sets in motion some course of events
have the idea for judge or regard; look upon; judge become pregnant; undergo conception
direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take somebody somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive use as a guide pass over, across, or through exerting control or influence showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
the jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth
of or relating to osmosis
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a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals ride a bicycle
a jointly owned commercial enterprise (usually organized by farmers or consumers) that produces and distributes goods and services and is run for the benefit of its owners an association formed and operated for the benefit of those using it involving the joint activity of two or more done with or working with others for a common purpose or benefit willing to adjust to differences in order to obtain agreement
the early stage of growth or development the earliest state of immaturity
(sometimes followed by `with') in agreement or consistent or reliable capable of being reproduced marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts the same throughout in structure or composition
a light line that is used in lettering to help align the letters a detailed plan or explanation to guide you in setting standards or determining a course of action a rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation) a statement indicating the likely cost of some job the respect with which a person is held judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) judge to be probable
command with authority intend (something) to move towards a certain goal guide the actors in (plays and films) be in charge of take somebody somewhere cause to go somewhere point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" give directions to; point somebody into a certain direction specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public direct the course; determine the direction of travelling put an address on (an envelope) plan and direct (a complex undertaking) direct in spatial dimensions; proceeding without deviation or interruption; straight and short having no intervening persons, agents, conditions straightforward in means or manner or behavior or language or action in a straight unbroken line of descent from parent to child moving from west to east on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in the same direction as the Earth similar in nature or effect or relation to another quantity (of a current) flowing in one direction only being an immediate result or consequence in precisely the same words used by a writer or speaker lacking compromising or mitigating elements; exact without deviation
horny plate covering and protecting part of the dorsal surface of the digits a thin pointed piece of metal that is hammered into materials as a fastener a former unit of length for cloth equal to 1/16 of a yard attach something somewhere by means of nails take into custody hit hard succeed in obtaining a position succeed at easily locate exactly complete a pass
extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle envelop completely surround so as to force to give up surround with a wall in order to fortify closely encircling
a process in which individuals (or small groups) penetrate an area (especially the military penetration of enemy positions without detection) the slow passage of a liquid through a filtering medium
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judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) judge to be probable
of or relating to or proceeding from the sense of touch producing a sensation of touch
blue color or pigment; resembling the color of the clear sky in the daytime blue clothing any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are blue the sky as viewed during daylight used to whiten laundry or hair or give it a bluish tinge the sodium salt of amobarbital that is used as a barbiturate; used as a sedative and a hypnotic any of numerous small butterflies of the family Lycaenidae turn blue of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky used to signify the Union forces in the American Civil War (who wore blue uniforms) filled with melancholy and despondency characterized by profanity or cursing suggestive of sexual impropriety belonging to or characteristic of the nobility or aristocracy morally rigorous and strict causing dejection
French physician who described cardiac anomalies including Fallot's tetralogy (1850-1911)
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of or relating to or resulting from mutation
a practitioner (of medicine or psychology) who does clinical work instead of laboratory experiments
a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently a system considered analogous in structure or function to a living body
remove by erasing or crossing out or as if by drawing a line levy an excise tax on remove by cutting
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives chosen in preference to another
of or relating to or involving bronchioles
give something useful or necessary to circulate or distribute or equip with give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance state or say further
the process of combining with water; usually reversible
manner of acting or controlling yourself (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people direct the course of; manage or control lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" behave in a certain manner take somebody somewhere transmit or serve as the medium for transmission lead musicians in the performance of
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yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes caused by an accumulation of bile pigment (bilirubin) in the blood; can be a symptom of gallstones or liver infection or anemia a rough and bitter manner distort adversely affect with, or as if with, jaundice
the forceful insertion of a substance under pressure any solution that is injected (as into the skin) the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe
an amino acid that occurs in proteins; is essential for growth and normal metabolism; a precursor of niacin
keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction supply with necessities and support state categorically have and exercise maintain for use and service maintain by writing regular records state or assert support against an opponent stick to correctly or closely
provided with ventilation or involving pulmonary ventilation
the state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions the act of expanding by pressure from within
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an acquired skin disease characterized by patches of unpigmented skin (often surrounded by a heavily pigmented border)
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(mathematics) a lack of symmetry
the intoxicating agent in fermented and distilled liquors; used pure or denatured as a solvent or in medicines and colognes and cleaning solutions and rocket fuel; proposed as a renewable clean-burning additive to gasoline
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol be representative or typical for be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute serve as a means of expressing something be characteristic of form or compose be the defense counsel for someone in a trial create an image or likeness of play a role or part perform (a play), especially on a stage describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance bring forward and present to the mind to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets) represented accurately or precisely
a course of conduct a way especially designed for a particular use an established line of travel or access a line or route along which something travels or moves
the property of being of short spatial extent the condition of being short of something the property of being truncated or short the property of being of short temporal extent the property of being shorter than average stature an abrupt discourteous manner
a cephalosporin that can be given parenterally (trade name Zinacef) or orally by tablets (trade name Ceftin); indicated for infections of the lungs or throat or ears or urinary tract or meninges
situated at an apex
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone;  a basic or essential attribute shared by all members of a class any area set aside for a particular purpose a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished any movable articles or objects used on the set of a play or movie
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cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of made or become different in nature or form made or become different in some respect changed in constitution or structure or composition by metamorphism
rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes
the act of abolishing a system or practice or institution (especially abolishing slavery)
designed to accomplish rehabilitation helping to restore to good condition
French mathematician who developed Fourier analysis and studied the conduction of heat (1768-1830) French sociologist and reformer who hoped to achieve universal harmony by reorganizing society (1772-1837)
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event the action of changing something the result of alteration or modification the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due a thing that is different a different or fresh set of clothes coins of small denomination regarded collectively money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency a difference that is usually pleasant cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of
denoting a quantity consisting of 500 items or units
lacking affinity for water; tending to repel and not absorb water; tending not to dissolve in or mix with or be wetted by water abnormally afraid of water
lie upon; lie on top of kill by lying on placed on or over something else
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emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity) the experiencing of affective and emotional states a vague idea in which some confidence is placed the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a physical sensation that you experience the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin an intuitive understanding of something undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
capable of being seen; or open to easy view obvious to the eye present and easily available
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a health facility where patients receive treatment a medical institution where sick or injured people are given medical or surgical care
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the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole the way in which someone or something is composed a mixture of ingredients a musical work that has been created musical creation the act of creating written works art and technique of printing with movable type an essay (especially one written as an assignment) something that is created by arranging several things to form a unified whole
a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions an event that departs from expectations
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act between parties with a view to reconciling differences occupy an intermediate or middle position or form a connecting link or stage between two others acting through or dependent on an intervening agency being neither at the beginning nor at the end in a series
a measure of the money supply; includes currency in circulation plus demand deposits or checking account balances
a reversible chemical reaction in which one reaction is an oxidation and the reverse is a reduction
a measure of the money supply; M2 plus deposits at institutions that are not banks (such as savings and loan associations)
a measure of the money supply; M1 plus net time deposits (other than large certificates of deposit)
a diuretic (trade names Hygroton and Thalidone) used to control hypertension and conditions that cause edema; effective in lowering blood pressure to prevent heart attacks
the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth an amount determined as payable the market value set on assets the act of judging or assessing a person or situation or event
a colloid in a more solid form than a sol a thin translucent membrane used over stage lights for color effects become a gel apply a styling gel to
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marked by or showing unaffected simplicity and lack of guile or worldly experience of or created by one without formal training; simple or naive in style inexperienced lacking information or instruction not initiated; deficient in relevant experience
a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite shrub with terminal tufts of elongated leaves used locally for thatching and clothing; thick sweet roots are used as food; tropical southeastern Asia, Australia and Hawaii the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization
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a New England state; one of the original 13 colonies a river in the northeastern United States; flows south from northern New Hampshire along the border between New Hampshire and Vermont and through Massachusetts and Connecticut where it empties into Long Island Sound one of the British colonies that formed the United States
in a corresponding manner
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the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing the air that is inhaled and exhaled in respiration a short respite an indirect suggestion a slight movement of the air
very good; of the highest quality
a gland that secretes externally through a duct of or relating to exocrine glands or their secretions
excessive secretion
a small or medium size container for holding or carrying things an enclosed space (anatomy) saclike structure in any of various animals (as a marsupial or gopher or pelican) put into a small bag send by special mail that goes through diplomatic channels swell or protrude outwards
functioning in a supporting capacity added to complete or make up a deficiency
a necessary or essential thing grape juice before or during fermentation the quality of smelling or tasting old or stale or mouldy highly recommended
the property of a more than adequate quantity or supply (physics) the ratio of the number of atoms of a specific isotope of an element to the total number of isotopes present (chemistry) the ratio of the total mass of an element in the earth's crust to the total mass of the earth's crust; expressed as a percentage or in parts per million
a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding einsteinium with alpha particles (Md is the current symbol for mendelevium but Mv was formerly the symbol) a licensed medical practitioner a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies a doctor's degree in medicine
one thousandth (1/1,000) gram a light silver-white ductile bivalent metallic element; in pure form it burns with brilliant white flame; occurs naturally only in combination (as in magnesite and dolomite and carnallite and spinel and olivine)
300 to 3000 kilohertz
one million periods per second
a unit of information equal to 1000 kilobits or 10^6 (1,000,000) bits a unit of information equal to 1000 kilobytes or 10^6 (1,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 kibibytes or 2^20 (1,048,576) bytes (a British degree) a bachelor's degree in medicine
a metric unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter
a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter
an indefinitely short time a polyvalent metallic element that resembles chromium and tungsten in its properties; used to strengthen and harden steel a midwestern state in central United States; a border state during the American Civil War, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy without actually seceding from the Union
a hard brittle grey polyvalent metallic element that resembles iron but is not magnetic; used in making steel; occurs in many minerals a midwestern state
destruction of heart tissue resulting from obstruction of the blood supply to the heart muscle a former British unit of length equivalent to 6,080 feet (1,853.184 meters); 800 feet longer than a statute mile a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region the government agency in the United Kingdom that is responsible for internal security and counterintelligence on British territory the government agency in the United Kingdom that is responsible for internal security and counterintelligence overseas the syllable naming the third (mediant) note of any major scale in solmization
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a crystalline metallic element not found in nature; occurs as one of the fission products of uranium a permanent council of the United Nations that commissions a country (or countries) to undertake the administration of a territory
the 12th letter of the Greek alphabet
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a unit of potential equal to one thousandth of a volt a radioactive transuranic element synthesized by bombarding einsteinium with alpha particles (Md is the current symbol for mendelevium but Mv was formerly the symbol)
a complex carbohydrate found in many plants and used as a sweetening agent
a chronic progressive nervous disorder involving loss of myelin sheath around certain nerve fibers a state in the Deep South on the gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate States during the American Civil War a master's degree in science the form of a literary work submitted for publication a form of address for a woman the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) concentration measured by the number of moles of solute per liter of solution the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of information equal to 1000 kilobytes or 10^6 (1,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 kibibytes or 2^20 (1,048,576) bytes the 13th letter of the Roman alphabet
a form of address for a man
an external body part that projects from the body a natural prolongation or projection from a part of an organism either animal or plant a part that is joined to something larger
a hard grey lustrous metallic element that is highly resistant to corrosion; occurs in niobite and fergusonite and tantalite
property or goods saved from damage or destruction the act of saving goods or property that were in danger of damage or destruction the act of rescuing a ship or its crew or its cargo from a shipwreck or a fire save from ruin, destruction, or harm collect discarded or refused material
look at again; examine again
causing or characterized by addiction
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the presence of abnormally large amounts of sodium in the urine
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involving only one part or side tracing descent from either the paternal or the maternal line only
a hemoprotein composed of globin and heme that gives red blood cells their characteristic color; function primarily to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body tissues
a state in southeastern United States between the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
with the involvement of two parties or governments so as to involve two sides or parts
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction to keep up and reserve for personal or special use prevent (food) from rotting maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger keep undisturbed for personal or private use for hunting, shooting, or fishing
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the financial means whereby one lives the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress a cell in a jail or prison keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" continue a certain state, condition, or activity retain possession of stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state conform one's action or practice to stick to correctly or closely look after; be the keeper of; have charge of maintain by writing regular records supply with room and board allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature supply with necessities and support fail to spoil or rot behave as expected during of holidays or rites keep under control; keep in check maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger raise retain rights to store or keep customarily have as a supply maintain for use and service hold and prevent from leaving prevent (food) from rotting
the branch of medical science that studies the causes and nature and effects of diseases any deviation from a healthy or normal condition
the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number a single person or thing
either extremity of something that has length the point in time at which something ends the concluding parts of an event or occurrence the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it a final part or section a final state the surface at either extremity of a three-dimensional object (football) the person who plays at one end of the line of scrimmage a boundary marking the extremities of something one of two places from which people are communicating to each other the part you are expected to play the last section of a communication a piece of cloth that is left over after the rest has been used or sold (American football) a position on the line of scrimmage have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to
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go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority tending to return to an earlier state tending to be turned back
having the shape of a sphere or ball
1,000,000,000 periods per second
bring into intimate and incriminating connection impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
any localized abnormal structural change in a bodily part an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)
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nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching; Massachusetts and Conncecticut" near or close to but not necessarily touching
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widely circulated or diffused distributed over a considerable extent
the quality of prevailing generally; being widespread (epidemiology) the ratio (for a given time period) of the number of occurrences of a disease or event to the number of units at risk in the population a superiority in numbers or amount
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a kind of penicillin (a fungicidal antibiotic with the trade name Fulvicin) produced by molds of the genus Penicillium
a statement that represents something in words the act of describing something sort or variety
a dyspneic condition
inflammation of a joint or joints
through the unbroken skin; refers to medications applied directly to the skin (creams or ointments) or in time-release forms (skin patches)
request urgently and forcefully require as useful, just, or proper claim as due or just lay legal claim to summon to court ask to be informed of requiring more than usually expected or thought due; especially great patience and effort and skill
an enzyme that catalyzes the formation of new DNA and RNA from an existing strand of DNA or RNA
the number of openings per linear inch of a screen; measures size of particles contact by fitting together the topology of a network whose components are all connected directly to every other component an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals the act of interlocking or meshing keep engaged coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively work together in harmony entangle or catch in (or as if in) a mesh
concrete pavement is sometimes referred to as cement a building material that is a powder made of a mixture of calcined limestone and clay; used with water and sand or gravel to make concrete and mortar something that hardens to act as adhesive material any of various materials used by dentists to fill cavities in teeth a specialized bony substance covering the root of a tooth make fast as if with cement cover or coat with cement bind or join with or as if with cement
a colorless crystalline amino acid found in protein; occurs in the hydrolysates of certain proteins; an essential component of human nutrition
something having the property of being analogous to something else an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator (mathematics) one of a set of parallel geometric figures (parallel lines or planes) be parallel to make or place parallel to something duplicate or match being everywhere equidistant and not intersecting of or relating to the simultaneous performance of multiple operations
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the branch of biology that studies the cellular aspects of heredity (especially the chromosomes)
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a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
a document granting an inventor sole rights to an invention an official document granting a right or privilege obtain a patent for grant rights to; grant a patent for make open to sight or notice (of a bodily tube or passageway) open; affording free passage clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
the quality of being intricate and compounded
a medicinal drug used to prevent or treat malaria
a precise rule (or set of rules) specifying how to solve some problem
the finest or most superior quality of its kind furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme being the last or concluding element of a series
decrease in size, extent, or range make smaller becoming less or smaller music
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remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome an agent or device intended to prevent conception preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease tending to prevent or hinder
a visible suspension in the air of particles of some substance the process of becoming a vapor
surgical removal of a breast to remove a malignant tumor
the act of colonizing; the establishment of colonies
the formation of blood cells in the living body (especially in the bone marrow)
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a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance an explanation that results from interpreting something an explanation of something that is not immediately obvious
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successive change from one thing or state to another and back again
an edge tool for cutting grass or crops; has a curved blade and a short handle
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center United States writer of novels based on experiences in the Klondike gold rush (1876-1916)
(histology) the use of a dye to color specimens for microscopic study the act of spotting or staining something color with a liquid dye or tint produce or leave stains make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically color for microscopic study
roentgenographic examination of arteries
bend or turn backward reproduce or make an exact copy of make or do or perform again
the French-speaking capital of the province of Quebec; situated on the Saint Lawrence River the largest province of Canada; a French colony from 1663 to 1759 when it was lost to the British
a periodical that summarizes the news something that is compiled (as into a single book or file) convert food into absorbable substances arrange and integrate in the mind put up with something or somebody unpleasant become assimilated into the body systematize, as by classifying and summarizing soften or disintegrate, as by undergoing exposure to heat or moisture make more concise soften or disintegrate by means of chemical action, heat, or moisture
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belief about (or mental picture of) the future anticipating with confidence of fulfillment the feeling that something is about to happen the sum of the values of a random variable divided by the number of values
an object or statement produced before a court of law and referred to while giving evidence something shown to the public show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill to show, make visible or apparent give an exhibition of to an interested audience walk ostentatiously
the act of creating written works the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect) (usually plural) the collected work of an author letters or symbols that are written or imprinted on a surface to represent the sounds or words of a language the activity of putting something in written form produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program
do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of destroy completely; damage irreparably defeat soundly put (an animal) to death spoiled or ruined or demolished destroyed physically or morally
(folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous one who is playfully mischievous
a population that is part of a larger population
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a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole line consisting of a complex of fibers or filaments that are twisted together to form a thread or a rope or a cable a necklace made by a stringing objects together;  a very slender natural or synthetic fiber a poetic term for a shore (as the area periodically covered and uncovered by the tides) a street in west central London famous for its theaters and hotels leave stranded or isolated with little hope of rescue drive (a vessel) ashore bring to the ground
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being one hundred more than three hundred
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what an organism looks like as a consequence of the interaction of its genotype and the environment
a blemish made by dirt an act that brings discredit to the person who does it dry (ink) with blotting paper make a spot or mark onto
an impairment of health or a condition of abnormal functioning
a process used for separating mixtures by virtue of differences in absorbency
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keep from happening or arising; make impossible stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
get or gather together collect or gather
genus of common molds causing food spoilage and some pathogenic to plants and animals
caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology
something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings squeezing out by applying pressure
used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many considered individually distinct and individual
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corrective consisting of a replacement for a part of the body
arrange in random order set up or distributed in a deliberately random way
in a regular manner having a regular form in a regular way without variation
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an antibiotic (trade name Garamycin) that is derived from an actinomycete; used in treating infections of the urinary tract
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any material that fills a space or container flow into something (as a container) a food mixture used to fill pastry or sandwiches etc. the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving (dentistry) a dental appliance consisting of any of various substances (as metal or plastic) inserted into a prepared cavity in a tooth the act of filling something make full, also in a metaphorical sense become full occupy the whole of assume, as of positions or roles fill or meet a want or need appoint someone to (a position or a job) eat until one is sated fill to satisfaction plug with a substance
an effortful attempt to attain a goal a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder emotional distress; a fundamental feeling that people try to avoid a somatic sensation of acute discomfort a bothersome annoying person something or someone that causes trouble; a source of unhappiness cause bodily suffering to and make sick or indisposed cause emotional anguish or make miserable
the quality of being suitable good physical condition; being in shape or in condition fitness to traverse the seas the quality of being qualified
the failure to obey
persist for a specified period of time continue to live through hardship or adversity continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place existing for a long time retained; not shed lasting a long time without change
a torn ragged wound the act of lacerating
irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
(anatomy) a dividing partition between two tissues or cavities a partition or wall especially in an ovary
an agency in the Department of Health and Human Services whose mission is to employ science in the pursuit of knowledge to improve human health; is the principal biomedical research agency of the federal government
the radical -NO2 or any compound containing it (such as a salt or ester of nitrous acid)
an occurrence that results in things being united the act of combining things to form a new whole have or possess in combination put or add together combine so as to form a whole; mix add together from different sources join for a common purpose or in a common action gather in a mass, sum, or whole mix together different elements
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hitting a golf ball off of a tee with a driver the act of controlling and steering the movement of a vehicle or animal operate or control a vehicle travel or be transported in a vehicle cause someone or something to move by driving force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically to compel or force or urge relentlessly or exert coercive pressure on, or motivate strongly cause to move back by force or influence compel somebody to do something, often against his own will or judgment push, propel, or press with force cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force strive and make an effort to reach a goal move into a desired direction of discourse have certain properties when driven work as a driver move by being propelled by a force urge forward proceed along in a vehicle strike with a driver, as in teeing off hit very hard, as by swinging a bat horizontally excavate horizontally cause to function by supplying the force or power for or by controlling hunting: search for game hunting: chase from cover into more open ground having the power of driving or impelling acting with vigor
capable of being transplanted
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make an effort or attempt put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to put on trial or hear a case and sit as the judge at the trial of take a sample of examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process give pain or trouble to test the limits of melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities put on a garment in order to see whether it fits and looks nice tested and proved useful or correct tested and proved to be reliable
clean with some chemical process cleanse (one's body) with soap and water cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water move by or as if by water be capable of being washed admit to testing or proof separate dirt or gravel from (precious minerals) apply a thin coating of paint, metal, etc., to remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent form by erosion make moist wash or flow against to cleanse (itself or another animal) by licking clean by virtue of having been washed in water wet as from washing; sometimes used in combination
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spreading by diffusion
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incapable of developing an immune response following exposure to an antigen
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very recently
freedom from control or influence of another or others the successful ending of the American Revolution a city in western Missouri; the beginning of the Santa Fe Trail
the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept a way of conceiving something the process of perceiving knowledge gained by perceiving becoming aware of something via the senses
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a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor a friend who is frequently in the company of another a person with subordinate membership in a society, institution, or commercial enterprise any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies make a logical or causal connection keep company with; hang out with bring or come into association or action having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status
kill in large numbers destroy completely, as if down to the roots
people who are free grant freedom to; free from confinement relieve from remove or force out from a position grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to make (information) available for publication free from obligations or duties free or remove obstruction from let off the hook part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available able to act at will; not hampered; not under compulsion or restraint unconstrained or not chemically bound in a molecule or not fixed and capable of relatively unrestricted motion costing nothing not occupied or in use not fixed in position not held in servitude not taken up by scheduled activities completely wanting or lacking not literal without restraint
a chronic disease interfering with the normal functioning of the liver; the major cause is chronic alcoholism
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of or relating to the area behind the knee joint
an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit the act of fabricating something in a particular shape the act of forming or establishing something (geology) the geological features of the earth a particular spatial arrangement natural process that causes something to form creation by mental activity
(used of drugs) capable of being injected
having only one nucleus
the lagging of an effect behind its cause; especially the phenomenon in which the magnetic induction of a ferromagnetic material lags behind the changing magnetic field
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possessing the ability to elicit an immune response
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal a summary of the subject or plot of a literary work or play or movie (computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program a variable in a logical or mathematical expression whose value determines the dependent variable; if f(x)=y, x is the independent variable a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning
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relatively low in price or charging low prices
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the time during which someone's life continues time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis some point or period in time a day assigned to a particular purpose or observance the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside the recurring hours when you are not sleeping (especially those when you are working) an era of existence or influence the period of time taken by a particular planet (e.g. Mars) to make a complete rotation on its axis the time for one complete rotation of the earth relative to a particular star, about 4 minutes shorter than a mean solar day a period of opportunity United States writer best known for his autobiographical works (1874-1935)
status established in order of importance or urgency preceding in time
showing respect for the rights or opinions or practices of others tolerant and forgiving under provocation showing or characterized by broad-mindedness able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress showing the capacity for endurance
device that removes something from whatever passes through it an electrical device that alters the frequency spectrum of signals passing through it remove by passing through a filter pass through run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
having a reasonable basis for belief or acceptance affording reasonable grounds for belief or acceptance
a person who smokes tobacco a party for men only (or one considered suitable for men only) a passenger car for passengers who wish to smoke
an elaborate and systematic plan of action a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole an internal representation of the world; an organization of concepts and actions that can be revised by new information about the world a schematic or preliminary plan form intrigues (for) in an underhand manner devise a system or form a scheme for
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prior to a specified or implied time
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act of writing in code or cipher attach a code to convert ordinary language into code fool or hoax harass with persistent criticism or carping
contribute to the progress or growth of inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to spur on giving courage or confidence or hope furnishing support and encouragement
a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another relative status the ordinary members of an organization (such as the enlisted soldiers of an army) position in a social hierarchy the body of members of an organization or group take or have a position relative to others assign a rank or rating to take precedence or surpass others in rank very fertile; producing profuse growth very offensive in smell or taste conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible complete and without restriction or qualification; sometimes used informally as intensifiers growing profusely
(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence an opportunity to state your case and be heard the range within which a voice can be heard the act of hearing attentively a session (of a committee or grand jury) in which witnesses are called and testimony is taken the ability to hear; the auditory faculty perceive (sound) via the auditory sense get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally examine or hear (evidence or a case) by judicial process receive a communication from someone listen and pay attention able to perceive sound
place restrictions on place under restrictions; limit access to place limits on (extent or access) make more specific
mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together the act of sexual procreation between a man and a woman; the man's penis is inserted into the woman's vagina and excited until orgasm and ejaculation occur a person related by blood or marriage an act of narration (law) the principle that an act done at a later time is deemed by law to have occurred at an earlier time (usually plural) mutual dealings or connections among persons or groups
a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies
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a unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree at one atmosphere pressure; used by nutritionists to characterize the energy-producing potential in food unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree centigrade at atmospheric pressure
relating to or associated with heat of or relating to calories in food
(medicine) any disturbance in the functioning of an organ or body part or a disturbance in the functioning of a social group
a heavy silvery toxic univalent and bivalent metallic element; the only metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures (Roman mythology) messenger of Jupiter and god of commerce; counterpart of Greek Hermes the smallest planet and the nearest to the sun temperature measured by a mercury thermometer
a bar chart representing a frequency distribution; heights of the bars represent observed frequencies
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identification of a substance (especially a protein) by its action as an antigen
a prominent rock or pile of rocks on a hill a high rocky hill
the upper part of anything the highest or uppermost side of anything the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) the first half of an inning; while the visiting team is at bat the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the greatest possible intensity platform surrounding the head of a lower mast a conical child's plaything tapering to a steel point on which it can be made to spin covering for a hole (especially a hole in the top of a container) a garment (especially for women) that extends from the shoulders to the waist or hips a canvas tent to house the audience at a circus performance be superior or better than some standard pass by, over, or under without making contact be at the top of or constitute the top or highest point be ahead of others; be the first provide with a top or finish the top (of a structure) reach or ascend the top of strike (the top part of a ball in golf, baseball, or pool) giving it a forward spin cut the top off be the culminating event finish up or conclude situated at the top or highest position
arrange or fold as a cover or protection arrange or or coil around enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering crash into so as to coil around covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak giving or marked by complete attention to enclosed securely in a covering of paper or the like
not precisely determined or established; not fixed or known in advance having a capacity for continuing to grow at the apex of uncertain or ambiguous nature not capable of being determined not leading to a definite ending or result
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a high place the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development (of a standing person) the distance from head to foot elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
of or relating to the conjunctiva
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts strengthen or make more firm make more firm support a person for a position administer the rite of confirmation to indicating existence or presence of a suspected condition or pathogen serving to support or corroborate
ability to move spontaneously and independently a change of position that does not entail a change of location
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a medicine used to relieve pain capable of relieving pain
a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions the members of a university as distinguished from the other residents of the town in which the university is located lingerie consisting of a loose dress designed to be worn in bed by women protective garment worn by surgeons during operations outerwear consisting of a long flowing garment used for official or ceremonial occasions dress in a gown
a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred) assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group
sinking until covered completely with water the act of wetting something by submerging it
a monosaccharide sugar that has several forms; an important source of physiological energy
relating to or concerned with a city or densely populated area located in or characteristic of a city or city life
a drug that reduces high blood pressure
center upon direct one's attention on something move into the center being or placed in the center
an implement used in the practice of a vocation the means whereby some act is accomplished a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else obscene terms for penis drive ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it furnish with tools work with a tool
(sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play serve a purpose, role, or function do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function contribute or conduce to be used by; as of a utility help to some food; help with food or drink provide (usually but not necessarily food) devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to spend time in prison or in a labor camp work for or be a servant to deliver a warrant or summons to someone be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity do military service mate with put the ball into play
carry out require (time or space) take somebody somewhere get into one's hands, take physically take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect interpret something in a certain way; convey a particular meaning or impression take something or somebody with oneself somewhere take into one's possession travel or go by means of a certain kind of transportation, or a certain route pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives receive willingly something given or offered assume, as of positions or roles take into consideration for exemplifying purposes require as useful, just, or proper experience or feel or submit to make a film or photograph of something remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract serve oneself to, or consume regularly accept or undergo, often unwillingly make use of or accept for some purpose take by force occupy or take on admit into a group or community ascertain or determine by measuring, computing or take a reading from a dial be a student of a certain subject take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs head into a specified direction point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards be seized or affected in a specified way have with oneself; have on one's person engage for service under a term of contract receive or obtain regularly buy, select to get into a position of having, e.g., safety, comfort have sex with; archaic use lay claim to; as of an idea be designed to hold or take be capable of holding or containing develop a habit proceed along in a vehicle obtain by winning be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness
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the slipping or falling out of place of an organ (as the uterus) slip or fall out of place, as of body parts
a sensory receptor that responds to pressure
a film about life in the western United States during the period of exploration and development a sandwich made from a western omelet relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts of or characteristic of regions of the United States west of the Mississippi River lying toward or situated in the west of wind; from the west
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give an injection to to introduce (a new aspect or element) force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing take by injection feed intravenously to insert between other elements
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a flammable alcohol derived from butanes and used for solvents
inflammation of the colon
resembling a pyramid
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the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group an actor's portrayal of someone in a play what something is used for normal or customary activity of a person in a particular social setting
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a person who comes to a country where they were not born in order to settle there
characterized by or characteristic of exceptionally early development or maturity (especially in mental aptitude) appearing or developing early
a collection of things sharing a common attribute a body of students who are taught together people having the same social, economic, or educational status education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings a league ranked by quality a body of students who graduate together (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more orders elegance in dress or behavior arrange or order by classes or categories
a small cellular inclusion consisting of a ring of DNA that is not in a chromosome but is capable of autonomous replication
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coming next after the ninth and just before the eleventh in position
any substance that tends to increase the flow of urine, which causes the body to get rid of excess water
pertaining to or containing or consisting of semen containing seeds of later development
a small tube
a unit of absorbed ionizing radiation equal to 100 ergs per gram of irradiated material the unit of plane angle adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites; equal to the angle at the center of a circle subtended by an arc equal in length to the radius (approximately 57.295 degrees)
how something is done or how it happens characteristic or habitual practice the latest and most admired style in clothes and cosmetics and behavior consumer goods (especially clothing) in the current mode make out of components (often in an improvising manner)
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an exchange of ideas via conversation exchange thoughts; talk with express in speech use language reveal information divulge confidential information or secrets deliver a lecture or talk
any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible one who reveals confidential information in return for money a pad (usually made of hair) worn as part of a woman's coiffure desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
a molecule containing one amine group (especially one that is a neurotransmitter)
the network in the reticular formation that serves an alerting or arousal function an intensely radioactive metallic element that occurs in minute amounts in uranium ores ancient Egyptian sun god with the head of a hawk; a universal creator; he merged with the god Amen as Amen-Ra to become the king of the gods (astronomy) the equatorial coordinate specifying the angle, measured eastward along the celestial equator, from the vernal equinox to the intersection of the hour circle that passes through an object in the sky; usually expressed in hours and minutes and seconds; used with declination to specify positions on the celestial sphere
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someone who guards prisoners a simple machine of the inclined-plane type consisting of a spirally threaded cylindrical rod that engages with a similarly threaded hole a propeller with several angled blades that rotates to push against water or air a fastener with a tapered threaded shank and a slotted head slang for sexual intercourse have sexual intercourse with turn like a screw cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions defeat someone through trickery or deceit
undergoing no change when acted upon unaware of or indifferent to emotionally unmoved free of artificiality; sincere and genuine
a general term for female steroid sex hormones that are secreted by the ovary and responsible for typical female sexual characteristics
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
a three-sided polygon something approximating the shape of a triangle a small northern constellation near Perseus between Andromeda and Aries any of various triangular drafting instruments used to draw straight lines at specified angles a percussion instrument consisting of a metal bar bent in the shape of an open triangle
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according to tradition; in a traditional manner
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place or set apart obtain in pure form set apart from others separate (experiences) from the emotions relating to them not close together in time being or feeling set or kept apart from others marked by separation of or from usually contiguous elements cut off or left behind under forced isolation especially for health reasons remote and separate physically or socially
painstakingly careful and accurate performed comprehensively and completely
much greater in number or influence
be oriented determine one's position with reference to another point cause to point familiarize (someone) with new surroundings or circumstances adjust to a specific need or market adjusted or located in relation to surroundings or circumstances; sometimes used in combination
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malignant ocular tumor of retinal cells; usually occurs before the third year of life; composed of primitive small round retinal cells
a split or indentation in something (as the palate or chin) a long narrow opening separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument make by cutting into come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation having one or more incisions reaching nearly to the midrib
place or set apart obtain in pure form set apart from others separate (experiences) from the emotions relating to them
power to be effective; the quality of being able to bring about an effect capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects
the inner and thicker of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and ankle
highest in quality relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind of major significance or importance remarkable or out of the ordinary in degree or magnitude or effect very good uppercase in an advanced stage of pregnancy
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of or relating to a cuticle or cuticula of or relating to or located in the dermis relating to or existing on or affecting the skin
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any of various organs that synthesize substances needed by the body and release it through ducts or directly into the bloodstream
a low-lying region in central France an area that is approximately central within some larger region a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure a place where some particular activity is concentrated the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the object upon which interest and attention focuses a cluster of nerve cells governing a specific bodily process a building dedicated to a particular activity move into the center direct one's attention on something
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a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts a compound described in terms of the central atom to which other atoms are bound or coordinated (psychoanalysis) a combination of emotions and impulses that have been rejected from awareness but still influence a person's behavior a whole structure (as a building) made up of interconnected or related structures
any malignant tumor derived from epithelial tissue; one of the four major types of cancer
a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) a transformer that supplies high voltage to spark plugs in a gasoline engine a contraceptive device placed inside a woman's womb tubing that is wound in a spiral reactor consisting of a spiral of insulated wire that introduces inductance into a circuit to wind or move in a spiral course make without a potter's wheel wind around something in coils or loops
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the power or right to give orders or make decisions capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects the inherent capacity for coming into being the state of being potent; a male's capacity to have sexual intercourse
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a base found in DNA and RNA and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with guanine
cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly overwhelm or overpower making light of wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction physically or spiritually devastating; often used in combination
the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases) the amount of fluid that flows in a given time the act of flowing or streaming; continuous progression any uninterrupted stream or discharge something that resembles a flowing stream in moving continuously dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause move or progress freely as if in a stream move along, of liquids cause to flow be abundantly present fall or flow in a certain way cover or swamp with water undergo menstruation
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a temporary police force have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill have ownership or possession of enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas
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the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing a medication to be taken by inhaling it
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a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building protective covering on top of a motor vehicle the inner top surface of a covered area or hollow space an upper limit on what is allowed provide a building with a roof; cover a building with a roof
be in or establish communication with be in direct physical contact with; make contact
the act of decreasing or reducing something any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent the act of reducing complexity
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an antibiotic (trade name Nebcin) that is especially effective against Gram-negative bacteria
lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance
a bitter alkaloid found in coffee and tea that is responsible for their stimulating effects
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medium for communication an electronic receiver that detects and demodulates and amplifies transmitted signals a communication system based on broadcasting electromagnetic waves transmit messages via radio waves indicating radiation or radioactivity
a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem a method for solving a problem the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation the successful action of solving a problem
of or relating to either of the two major arteries supplying blood to the head and neck
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something having the property of being analogous to something else of a circuit or device having an output that is proportional to the input
a dark-skinned member of a race of people living in Australia when Europeans arrived
the quality of being at hand when needed
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using the reflections of high-frequency sound waves to construct an image of a body organ (a sonogram); commonly used to observe fetal growth or study bodily organs
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feeling a need to see others suffer malevolence by virtue of being malicious or spiteful or nasty hurt the feelings of
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time a condition or position in which you find yourself a complex or critical or unusual difficulty physical position in relation to the surroundings a job in an organization
time during which some action is awaited the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time cause to be slowed down or delayed act later than planned, scheduled, or required stop or halt slow the growth or development of
(anatomy) the base of a hollow organ or that part of the organ farthest from its opening
a midwestern state
an organization founded and united for a specific purpose an establishment consisting of a building or complex of buildings where an organization for the promotion of some cause is situated a custom that for a long time has been an important feature of some group or society the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person
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any of various stocky heavy-coated breeds of dogs native to northern regions having pointed muzzles and erect ears with a curled furry tail
a white fatty substance that forms a medullary sheath around the axis cylinder of some nerve fibers lower or hindmost part of the brain; continuous with spinal cord; (`bulb' is an old term for medulla oblongata) the inner part of an organ or structure in plant or animal
uninterrupted connection or union a detailed script used in making a film in order to avoid discontinuities from shot to shot the property of a continuous and connected period of time
(chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding) any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients a collection containing a variety of sorts of things an event that combines things in a mixture the act of mixing together
a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles; inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer
material for starting a fire the act of setting something on fire catch fire cause to start burning call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure continuous amorphous matter that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas subject to change; variable characteristic of a fluid; capable of flowing and easily changing shape smooth and unconstrained in movement in cash or easily convertible to cash affording change (especially in social status)
the cause of a disease the philosophical study of causation
a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; noted for low per capita income and illiteracy; politically unstable
the state of being heterozygous; having two different alleles of the same gene
infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in various other parts of the body in acute stages)
lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike contemptuous disregard
a written document describing the findings of some individual or group the act of informing by verbal report a short account of the news a sharp explosive sound (especially the sound of a gun firing) a written evaluation of a student's scholarship and deportment an essay (especially one written as an assignment) the general estimation that the public has for a person to give an account or representation of in words announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding announce one's presence make known to the authorities be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism complain about; make a charge against
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the quality of having an inferior or less favorable position put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm
a method of examination in which the examiner feels the size or shape or firmness or location of something (of body parts when the examiner is a health professional)
any enzyme that catalyzes the splitting of proteins into smaller peptide fractions and amino acids by a process known as proteolysis
several beads threaded together on a string a small ball with a hole through the middle a shape that is spherical and small a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture form into beads, as of water or sweat, for example decorate by sewing beads onto string together like beads
a potent estrogen used in medicine and in feed for livestock and poultry
a politically organized body of people under a single government the territory occupied by a nation the people who live in a nation or country an area outside of cities and towns a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
a viscous liquid with strong oxidizing properties; a powerful bleaching agent; also used (in aqueous solutions) as a mild disinfectant and (in strong concentrations) as an oxidant in rocket fuels an inorganic compound containing the divalent ion -O-O- bleach with peroxide
two times to double the degree
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a state of separation between persons or groups a feeling of being disliked and alone the act of isolating something; setting something apart from others (psychiatry) a defense mechanism in which memory of an unacceptable act or impulse is separated from the emotion originally associated with it a country's withdrawal from international politics
light machine gun a pistol that will keep firing until the ammunition is gone or the trigger is released operating with minimal human intervention; independent of external control resembling the unthinking functioning of a machine without volition or conscious control
mark as different detect with the senses be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense make conspicuous or noteworthy identify as in botany or biology, for example
a surgical operation that creates an opening into the trachea with a tube inserted to provide a passage for air; performed when the pharynx is obstructed by edema or cancer or other causes
an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance a person who is tricked or swindled
a conductor used to make electrical contact with some part of a circuit
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the perception that something has occurred or some state exists the act of detecting something; catching sight of something the detection that a signal is being received a police investigation to determine the perpetrator
affected with madness or insanity
a substance produced by the hypothalamus that is capable of accelerating the secretion of a given hormone by the anterior pituitary gland a radioactive transuranic element which has been synthesized a complex neural network in the central core of the brainstem; monitors the state of the body and functions in such processes as arousal and sleep and attention and muscle tone
refer for judgment or consideration put before yield to the control of another hand over formally refer to another person for decision or judgment yield to another's wish or opinion accept or undergo, often unwillingly make an application as for a job or funding make over as a return accept as inevitable
recurring in scattered and irregular or unpredictable instances
someone suffering psychological depression
recognize or perceive the difference treat differently on the basis of sex or race distinguish showing or indicating careful judgment and discernment especially in matters of taste having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
a substance (as a coenzyme) that must join with another to produce a given result
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
capability to perform or produce the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment the amount that can be contained the maximum production possible a specified function (computer science) the amount of information (in bytes) that can be stored on a disk drive an electrical phenomenon whereby an electric charge is stored the power to learn or retain knowledge; in law, the ability to understand the facts and significance of your behavior tolerance for alcohol
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any of the terminal members of the hand (sometimes excepting the thumb) the length of breadth of a finger used as a linear measure one of the parts of a glove that provides covering for a finger or thumb feel or handle with the fingers examine by touch search for on the computer indicate the fingering for the playing of musical scores for keyboard instruments
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ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of drawing spatially closer to something a way of entering or leaving the final path followed by an aircraft as it is landing the event of one object coming closer to another a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the temporal property of becoming nearer in time a close approximation a relatively short golf shot intended to put the ball onto the putting green move towards come near or verge on, resemble, come nearer in quality, or character begin to deal with come near in time make advances to someone, usually with a proposal or suggestion
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the act of discovering something something that is discovered a productive insight (law) compulsory pretrial disclosure of documents relevant to a case; enables one side in a litigation to elicit information from the other side concerning the facts in the case
an elementary particle with positive charge; interaction of a positron and an electron results in annihilation
the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body necklike opening to the uterus
the process of oxidizing; the addition of oxygen to a compound with a loss of electrons; always occurs accompanied by reduction
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably a mental state characterized by a lack of clear and orderly thought and behavior a feeling of embarrassment that leaves you confused an act causing a disorderly combination of elements with identities lost and distinctions blended a mistake that results from taking one thing to be another
extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom infectious; having the ability to cause disease harsh or corrosive in tone
wanting in physical strength overly diluted; thin and insipid (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress wanting in moral strength, courage, or will; having the attributes of man as opposed to e.g. divine beings tending downward in price deficient or lacking in some skill lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality (used of verbs) having standard (or regular) inflection not having authority, political strength, or governing power deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc likely to fail under stress or pressure deficient in intelligence or mental power
despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession) by contrast; on the other hand; the second, however, took hours" to whatever degree or extent in whatever way or manner
the compass point midway between south and east; at 135 degrees the southeastern region of the United States the direction corresponding to the southeastward compass point a location in the southeastern part of a country, region, or city coming from the southeast situated in or oriented toward the southeast to, toward, or in the southeast
a cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea; contains elastic vocal cords that are the source of the vocal tone in speech
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impairment resulting from long use a covering designed to be worn on a person's body the act of having on your person as a covering or adornment be dressed in have on one's person have in one's aspect; wear an expression of one's attitude or personality deteriorate through use or stress have or show an appearance of last and be usable go to pieces exhaust or get tired through overuse or great strain or stress put clothing on one's body
the state of being contaminated a substance that contaminates the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors
any of the enzymes that catalyze biological oxidation
the act of grasping understanding of the nature or meaning or quality or magnitude of something power by which something or someone is affected or dominated time during which some action is awaited a state of being confined (usually for a short time) a stronghold a cell in a jail or prison the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it the space in a ship or aircraft for storing cargo keep in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., "keep clean" have or hold in one's hands or grip organize or be responsible for have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement secure and keep for possible future use or application have rightfully; of rights, titles, and offices be the physical support of; carry the weight of contain or hold; have within have room for; hold without crowding remain in a certain state, position, or condition support or hold in a certain manner be valid, applicable, or true assert or affirm have as a major characteristic be capable of holding or containing arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance protect against a challenge or attack bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted hold the attention of remain committed to resist or confront with resistance be pertinent or relevant or applicable stop dealing with lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits keep from departing take and maintain control over, often by violent means cause to stop cover as for protection against noise or smell drink alcohol without showing ill effects aim, point, or direct declare to be be in accord; be in agreement keep from exhaling or expelling
an enzyme secreted in the digestive tract that catalyzes the breakdown of fats into individual fatty acids that can be absorbed into the bloodstream
to make better get better
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage use tariffs to favor domestic industry
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
the basic rhythmic unit in a piece of music recurring at regular intervals an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs the arrangement of spoken words alternating stressed and unstressed elements natural family planning in which ovulation is assumed to occur 14 days before the onset of a period (the fertile period would be assumed to extend from day 10 through day 18 of her cycle)
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a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment merchandise that has imperfections; usually sold at a reduced price without the brand name contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice not occurring at expected times (used of the military) not belonging to or engaged in by regular army forces (of solids) not having clear dimensions that can be measured; volume must be determined with the principle of liquid displacement falling below the manufacturer's standard deviating from normal expectations; somewhat odd, strange, or abnormal lacking continuity or regularity (of a surface or shape); not level or flat or symmetrical independent in behavior or thought
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a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water) a passage selected from a larger work remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense get despite difficulties or obstacles deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning) extract by the process of distillation separate (a metal) from an ore obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action take out of a literary work in order to cite or copy calculate the root of a number
antihypertensive drug (trade names Trandate and Normodyne) that blocks alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors of the sympathetic nervous system (leading to a decrease in blood pressure)
share in something become a participant; be involved in taking part in an activity
a person who participates in or is skilled at some game someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession) a theatrical performer a person who pursues a number of different social and sexual partners simultaneously an important participant (as in a business deal)
to a moderate degree in a gentle manner
an event that departs from expectations discord that splits a group the second moment around the mean; the expected value of the square of the deviations of a random variable from its mean value a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions the quality of being subject to variation an official dispensation to act contrary to a rule or regulation (typically a building regulation) an activity that varies from a norm or standard
to stress, single out as important put stress on; utter with an accent
amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures) a detriment or sacrifice money spent to perform work and usually reimbursed by an employer reduce the estimated value of something
a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images genus of small erect or climbing herbs with pinnate leaves and small inconspicuous white flowers and small flattened pods: lentils (metaphor) a channel through which something can be seen or understood biconvex transparent body situated behind the iris in the eye; its role (along with the cornea) is to focuses light on the retina electronic equipment that uses a magnetic or electric field in order to focus a beam of electrons
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an object or statement produced before a court of law and referred to while giving evidence something shown to the public show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill to show, make visible or apparent give an exhibition of to an interested audience walk ostentatiously
an ability that has been acquired by training ability to produce solutions in some problem domain
of or relating to the somatosenses
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surgically remove a part of a structure or an organ
a widespread outbreak of an infectious disease; many people are infected at the same time (especially of medicine) of disease or anything resembling a disease; attacking or affecting many individuals in a community or a population simultaneously
of or relating to the intima
a powerful vasoconstrictor used to dilate the pupils and relieve nasal congestion
the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder
(virology) ultramicroscopic infectious agent that replicates itself only within cells of living hosts; many are pathogenic; a piece of nucleic acid (DNA or RNA) wrapped in a thin coat of protein a harmful or corrupting agency a software program capable of reproducing itself and usually capable of causing great harm to files or other programs on the same computer
an ability to understand the meaning or importance of something (or the knowledge acquired as a result) the relation of comprising something
a crystalline compound used in the form of a hydrochloride as a local anesthetic
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cattle that are reared for their meat meat from an adult domestic bovine informal terms for objecting complain
a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medicine (trade names Advil and Motrin and Nuprin) used to relieve the pain of arthritis and as an antipyretic
of or relating to or obtained from milk (especially sour milk or whey)
with rapid movements with little or no delay without taking pains
a general name for alcoholic beverages made by fermenting a cereal (or mixture of cereals) flavored with hops
an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose
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regard something as probable or likely consider obligatory; request and expect look forward to the probable occurrence of consider reasonable or due look forward to the birth of a child be pregnant with considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
a substance that is used as a medicine or narcotic administer a drug to use recreational drugs
matter that remains after something has been removed something left after other parts have been taken away
a distensible membranous sac (usually containing liquid or gas) a bag that fills with air
not common or ordinarily encountered; unusually great in amount or remarkable in character or kind marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind
someone who rows a boat
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to a maximal degree
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a metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter
a sensation (as of a cold breeze or bright light) that precedes the onset of certain disorders such as a migraine attack or epileptic seizure an indication of radiant light drawn around the head of a saint a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing
more active than normal
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decrease in size, extent, or range make smaller wear off or die down
a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 m/sec/sec to a mass of 1 kilogram; equal to 100,000 dynes (of a solution) concentration expressed in gram equivalents of solute per liter the 14th letter of the Roman alphabet
of less size or importance smaller in size or amount or value (comparative of `little' usually used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning not as great in amount or degree (usually preceded by `no') lower in quality (nonstandard in some uses but often idiomatic with measure phrases) fewer
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chronic granulomatous communicable disease occurring in tropical and subtropical regions; characterized by inflamed nodules beneath the skin and wasting of body parts; caused by the bacillus Mycobacterium leprae
fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members the kind of playing that involves pressing the fingers on the strings of a stringed instrument to control the pitch come to a halt, stop moving put an end to a state or an activity stop from happening or developing interrupt a trip cause to stop prevent completion hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of seize on its way have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical render unsuitable for passage stop and wait, as if awaiting further instructions or developments
the part of the thoracic cavity between the lungs that contains the heart and aorta and esophagus and trachea and thymus
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be earlier in time; go back further come before be the predecessor of move ahead (of others) in time or space furnish with a preface or introduction
a particular course of action intended to achieve a result a process or series of acts especially of a practical or mechanical nature involved in a particular form of work a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program a mode of conducting legal and parliamentary proceedings
a person of less than normal intelligence below normal or average
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serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy exciting sexual desire
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liquid in which meat and vegetables are simmered; used as a basis for e.g. soups or sauces a thin soup of meat or fish or vegetable stock
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a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully
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any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects
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include or contain; have as a component contain or hold; have within lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits be divisible by be capable of holding or containing hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
malignant tumor containing embryonic nerve cells; usually metastasizes quickly
make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin) a casualty to military personnel resulting from combat a figurative injury (to your feelings or pride) the act of inflicting a wound cause injuries or bodily harm to hurt the feelings of to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course extend in curves and turns arrange or or coil around catch the scent of; get wind of coil the spring of (some mechanical device) by turning a stem form into a wreath raise or haul up with or as if with mechanical help put in a coil
the part of the face above the eyes the large cranial bone forming the front part of the cranium: includes the upper part of the orbits
a conceptual whole made up of complicated and related parts a compound described in terms of the central atom to which other atoms are bound or coordinated (psychoanalysis) a combination of emotions and impulses that have been rejected from awareness but still influence a person's behavior a whole structure (as a building) made up of interconnected or related structures complicated in structure; consisting of interconnected parts
not recognized not having a secure reputation
an unofficial association of people or groups instrumentalists not including string players a stripe or stripes of contrasting color an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material a group of musicians playing popular music for dancing a range of frequencies between two limits a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body) a cord-like tissue connecting two larger parts of an anatomical structure jewelry consisting of a circlet of precious metal (often set with jewels) worn on the finger a driving belt in machinery a thin flat strip or loop of flexible material that goes around or over something else, typically to hold it together or as a decoration a strip of material attached to the leg of a bird to identify it (as in studies of bird migration) a restraint put around something to hold it together bind or tie together, as with a band attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
either of two flat triangular bones one on each side of the shoulder in human beings
serve oneself to, or consume regularly take up mentally
egg yolks and oil and vinegar
the most extreme possible amount or value the period of greatest prosperity or productivity the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) a V shape the highest point (of something) a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes to reach the highest point; attain maximum intensity, activity
someone who guards prisoners a simple machine of the inclined-plane type consisting of a spirally threaded cylindrical rod that engages with a similarly threaded hole a propeller with several angled blades that rotates to push against water or air a fastener with a tapered threaded shank and a slotted head slang for sexual intercourse have sexual intercourse with turn like a screw cause to penetrate, as with a circular motion tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions defeat someone through trickery or deceit
a bodily passage or tube lined with epithelial cells and conveying a secretion or other substance a continuous tube formed by a row of elongated cells lacking intervening end walls an enclosed conduit for a fluid
measured or expressed in numbers of or relating to or denoting numbers relating to or having ability to think in or work with numbers
maintaining something at the most favorable temperature for its development (pathology) the phase in the development of an infection between the time a pathogen enters the body and the time the first symptoms appear sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body
a stopping
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a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically) a site that the owner positions as an entrance to other sites on the internet a short vein that carries blood into the liver
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story) a characteristic property that defines the apparent individual nature of something the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions an actor's portrayal of someone in a play a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) good repute a formal recommendation by a former employer to a potential future employer describing the person's qualifications and dependability a written symbol that is used to represent speech (genetics) an attribute (structural or functional) that is determined by a gene or group of genes engrave or inscribe characters on
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the primary form of an adjective or adverb; denotes a quality without qualification, comparison, or relation to increase or diminution a film showing a photographic image whose tones correspond to those of the original subject
the imposition of standards or regulations
an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs a series of poems or songs on the same theme a periodically repeated sequence of events the unit of frequency; one hertz has a periodic interval of one second a single complete execution of a periodically repeated phenomenon a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals cause to go through a recurring sequence pass through a cycle ride a motorcycle ride a bicycle recur in repeating sequences
panel forming the lower part of an interior wall when it is finished differently from the rest of the wall the section of a pedestal between the base and the surbase a rectangular groove cut into a board so that another piece can fit into it provide with a dado cut a dado into or fit into a dado
a narrow strait connecting two bodies of water make or become more narrow or restricted define clearly become more focus on an area of activity or field of study become tight or as if tight not wide limited in size or scope lacking tolerance or flexibility or breadth of view very limited in degree characterized by painstaking care and detailed examination
for a short time in the near future in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner in a concise manner; in a few words at a short distance
a medical specialist in the nervous system and the disorders affecting it
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have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill have ownership or possession of enter into and control, as of emotions or ideas influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion frenzied as if possessed by a demon
(statistics) any of three points that divide an ordered distribution into four parts each containing one quarter of the scores
(genetics) an organism having two different alleles of a particular gene and so giving rise to varying offspring
hold back to a later time yield to another's wish or opinion
a fund of money put by as a reserve an act of economizing; reduction in cost recovery or preservation from loss or danger the activity of protecting something from loss or danger save from ruin, destruction, or harm to keep up and reserve for personal or special use bring into safety spend less; buy at a reduced price accumulate money for future use make unnecessary an expenditure or effort save from sins refrain from harming spend sparingly, avoid the waste of retain rights to record data on a computer
occurring in more than one stage
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother) a stringy slimy substance consisting of yeast cells and bacteria; forms during fermentation and is added to cider or wine to produce vinegar a term of address for an elderly woman a term of address for a mother superior a condition that is the inspiration for an activity or situation care for like a mother make children
a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades the locus of feelings and intuitions the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body the courage to carry on an area that is approximately central within some larger region the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience an inclination or tendency of a certain kind a plane figure with rounded sides curving inward at the top and intersecting at the bottom; conventionally used on playing cards and valentines a firm rather dry variety meat (usually beef or veal) a positive feeling of liking a playing card in the major suit that has one or more red hearts on it
a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War a member of the Muskhogean people formerly living in what is now the state of Alabama a river in Alabama formed by the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers near Montgomery; flows southwestward to become a tributary of the Mobile River the Muskhogean language of the Alabama
the delivery of a fetus by surgical incision through the abdominal wall and uterus (from the belief that Julius Caesar was born that way) relating to abdominal delivery
a worker who finds employment only in certain seasons occurring at or dependent on a particular season
assign a rank or rating to level to the right gradient assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation determine the grade of or assign a grade to arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks
make a proposal, declare a plan for something present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. propose or intend put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position ask (someone) to marry you
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relatively small placental mammals having a single pair of constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing
make a proposal, declare a plan for something present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc. propose or intend put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position ask (someone) to marry you
a body of students who are taught together a relative position or degree of value in a graded group the gradient of a slope or road or other surface one-hundredth of a right angle a degree of ablaut a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance) the height of the ground on which something stands a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a variety of cattle produced by crossbreeding with a superior breed assign a rank or rating to level to the right gradient assign a grade or rank to, according to one's evaluation determine the grade of or assign a grade to
a monoamine neurotransmitter found in the brain and essential for the normal functioning of the central nervous system; as a drug (trade names Dopastat and Intropin) it is used to treat shock and hypotension
a male gametocyte that develops into four spermatids
a blood disease characterized by an abnormal multiplication of macrophages
a small number (of something) dispersed haphazardly the physical process in which particles are deflected haphazardly as a result of collisions a light shower that falls in some locations and not others nearby spreading widely or driving off the act of scattering to cause to separate and go in different directions move away from each other;  distribute loosely sow by scattering cause to separate strew or distribute over an area
change the key of, in music vary the pitch of one's speech fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of adjust the pitch, tone, or volume of vary the frequency, amplitude, phase, or other characteristic of (electromagnetic waves)
with respect to function
keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance check, track, or observe by means of a receiver
in an interesting manner
the act of vibrating a shaky motion (physics) a regular periodic variation in value about a mean a distinctive emotional aura experienced instinctively
a slender tube inserted inside a tubular body part (as a blood vessel) to provide support during and after surgical anastomosis
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supplies extrinsic muscles of the eye
the act of mending a hole in a garment by sewing a patch over it to join or unite the pieces of provide with a patch; also used metaphorically mend by putting a patch on repair by adding pieces
derived from a single fertilized egg
the insertion of a cannula or tube into a hollow body organ
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capable of being borne or endured about average; acceptable
surgical procedure in which spinal nerve roots are cut; done (anterior roots) to relieve intractable pain or (posterior roots) to stop severe muscle spasms
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part)
relating to or resembling or functioning like a trachea
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a movement forward a change for the better; progress in development a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others the act of moving forward (as toward a goal) an amount paid before it is earned increase in price or value move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price
some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity an unexpected piece of good luck (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions) a pause from doing something (as work) the act of breaking something a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something breaking of hard tissue such as bone the occurrence of breaking an abrupt change in the tone or register of the voice (as at puberty or due to emotion) the opening shot that scatters the balls in billiards or pool (tennis) a score consisting of winning a game when your opponent was serving an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity a sudden dash any frame in which a bowler fails to make a strike or spare an escape from jail terminate become separated into pieces or fragments render inoperable or ineffective ruin completely destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises move away or escape suddenly scatter or part force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up prevent completion enter someone's (virtual or real) property in an unauthorized manner, usually with the intent to steal or commit a violent act make submissive, obedient, or useful fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns surpass in excellence make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret come into being stop operating or functioning interrupt a continued activity make a rupture in the ranks of the enemy or one's own by quitting or fleeing curl over and fall apart in surf or foam, of waves lessen in force or effect be broken in come to an end vary or interrupt a uniformity or continuity cause to give up a habit give up come forth or begin from a state of latency happen or take place cause the failure or ruin of invalidate by judicial action discontinue an association or relation; go different ways assign to a lower position; reduce in rank reduce to bankruptcy change directions suddenly emerge from the surface of a body of water break down, literally or metaphorically do a break dance exchange for smaller units of money destroy the completeness of a set of related items make the opening shot that scatters the balls separate from a clinch, in boxing go to pieces break a piece from a whole become punctured or penetrated pierce or penetrate be released or become known; of news cease an action temporarily interrupt the flow of current in undergo breaking find a flaw in find the solution or key to change suddenly from one tone quality or register to another happen become fractured; break or crack on the surface only crack; of the male voice in puberty fall sharply fracture a bone of diminish or discontinue abruptly weaken or destroy in spirit or body
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someone who is so ardently devoted to something that it resembles an addiction someone who is physiologically dependent on a substance; abrupt deprivation of the substance produces withdrawal symptoms to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)
an abnormal and usually permanent contraction of a muscle
of or relating to the arts and manners that a group favors denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people of or relating to the shared knowledge and values of a society relating to the raising of plants or animals
move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example do something that one considers to be below one's dignity come as if by falling coming down or downward
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being nine more than fifty
United States comedian and film actor (1896-1996) celebrated Scottish poet (1759-1796) pain that feels hot as if it were on fire a browning of the skin resulting from exposure to the rays of the sun an injury caused by exposure to heat or chemicals or radiation a place or area that has been burned (especially on a person's body) damage inflicted by fire destroy by fire shine intensely, as if with heat undergo combustion cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort cause to burn or combust feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion cause to undergo combustion burn at the stake spend (significant amounts of money) feel hot or painful burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun create by duplicating data use up (energy) burn with heat, fire, or radiation
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense bring forward for consideration or acceptance increase or raise contribute to the progress or growth of cause to move forward obtain advantages, such as points, etc. develop in a positive way develop further give a promotion to or assign to a higher position pay in advance move forward rise in rate or price farther along in physical or mental development comparatively late in a course of development ahead of the times at a higher level in training or knowledge or skill ahead in development; complex or intricate far along in time (of societies) highly developed especially in technology or industry situated ahead or going before
remote and separate physically or socially having characteristics not shared by others separated or at a distance in place or position or time not taken into account or excluded from consideration away from another or others placed or kept separate and distinct as for a purpose one from the other into parts or pieces
formal attendance (in court or at a hearing) of a party in an action give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect come into sight or view be issued or published seem to be true, probable, or apparent come into being or existence, or appear on the scene appear as a character on stage or appear in a play, etc. present oneself formally, as before a (judicial) authority
being eight more than fifty
something acquired without compensation natural abilities or qualities the act of giving give qualities or abilities to give as a present; make a gift of
being five more than fifty
being four more than fifty
being seven more than fifty
being six more than fifty
being one more than fifty
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five being ten more than forty
being three more than fifty
being two more than fifty
a fact about some part (as opposed to general) a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique stated explicitly or in detail relating to or distinguishing or constituting a taxonomic species being or affecting a disease produced by a particular microorganism or condition; used also of stains or dyes used in making microscope slides
tending to increase knowledge or dissipate ignorance serving to instruct or enlighten or inform providing or conveying information
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a movable airfoil that is part of an aircraft wing; used to increase lift or drag any broad thin and limber covering attached at one edge; hangs loose or projects freely an excited state of agitation the motion made by flapping up and down a movable piece of tissue partly connected to the body a movable airfoil that is part of an aircraft wing; used to increase lift or drag move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion move noisily move with a thrashing motion move with a flapping motion make a fuss; be agitated pronounce with a flap, of alveolar sounds
based on or subject to individual discretion or preference or sometimes impulse or caprice
the property (of a problem or difficulty) that makes it impossible to solve the quality of being insoluble and difficult to dissolve in liquid
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occurring or existing in two different forms
relating to or affecting the viscera
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a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the result of improving something the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste
with success; in a successful manner
the property of being selective
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards) any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration measure with a meter stamp with a meter indicating the postage
30 to 300 kilohertz
having intervening factors or persons or influences not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination descended from a common ancestor but through different lines extended senses; not direct in manner or language or behavior or action not as a direct effect or consequence
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a rate that is rapid
involuntary urination or defecation indiscipline with regard to sensuous pleasures
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(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked continue talking move ahead; travel onward in time or space follow a procedure or take a course follow a certain course continue a certain state, condition, or activity
the portion of the vertebrate nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord
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water frozen in the solid state the frozen part of a body of water diamonds a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes a frozen dessert with fruit flavoring (especially one containing no milk) an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant a heat engine in which combustion occurs inside the engine rather than in a separate furnace; heat expands a gas that either moves a piston or turns a gas turbine a rink with a floor of ice for ice hockey or ice skating decorate with frosting cause to become ice or icy put ice on or put on ice
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an oral beta blocker (trade name Tenormin) used in treating hypertension and angina; has adverse side effects (depression and exacerbation of congestive heart failure etc.)
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of or relating to or near the small of the back and the back part of the pelvis between the hips
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a hospital unit staffed and equipped to provide intensive care
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a line made of twisted fibers or threads a unit of amount of wood cut for burning; 128 cubic feet a light insulated conductor for household use a cut pile fabric with vertical ribs; usually made of cotton stack in cords bind or tie with a cord
a small group of indispensable persons or things the center of an object the central part of the Earth the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience a cylindrical sample of soil or rock obtained with a hollow drill an organization founded by James Leonard Farmer in 1942 to work for racial equality the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work (computer science) a tiny ferrite toroid formerly used in a random access memory to store one bit of data; now superseded by semiconductor memories the chamber of a nuclear reactor containing the fissile material where the reaction takes place a bar of magnetic material (as soft iron) that passes through a coil and serves to increase the inductance of the coil remove the core or center from
inflammation of the esophagus; often caused by gastroesophageal reflux
appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
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let fall to the ground to fall vertically go down in value fall or descend to a lower place or level terminate an association with utter with seeming casualness; drop names" stop pursuing or acting leave or unload cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow lose (a game) pay out lower the pitch of (musical notes) hang freely stop associating with let or cause to fall in drops get rid of take (a drug, especially LSD), by mouth omit (a letter or syllable) in speaking or writing leave undone or leave out change from one level to another fall or sink into a state of exhaustion or death grow worse give birth; used for animals
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tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and Central and South America since pre-Columbian times the dried grains or kernels or corn used as animal feed or ground for meal ears of corn that can be prepared and served for human food a hard thickening of the skin (especially on the top or sides of the toes) caused by the pressure of ill-fitting shoes (Great Britain) any of various cereal plants (especially the dominant crop of the region--wheat in Great Britain or oats in Scotland and Ireland) whiskey distilled from a mash of not less than 80 percent corn something sentimental or trite feed (cattle) with corn preserve with salt
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside a period of ignorance or backwardness or gloom the period spent sleeping the dark part of the diurnal cycle considered a time unit darkness a shortening of nightfall the time between sunset and midnight Roman goddess of night; daughter of Erebus; counterpart of Greek Nyx
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get lost, as without warning or explanation become invisible or unnoticeable cease to exist become less intense and fade away gradually
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the time in a woman's life in which the menstrual cycle ends
consent to, give permission make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
blockage consisting of an object designed to fill a hole tightly a wad of something chewable as tobacco blatant or sensational promotion electrical device that fits into the cylinder head of an internal-combustion engine and ignites the gas by means of an electric spark an electrical device with two or three pins that is inserted in a socket to make an electrical connection an upright hydrant for drawing water to use in fighting a fire an old or over-worked horse fill or close tightly with or as if with a plug persist in working hard deliver a quick blow to make a plug for; praise the qualities or in order to sell or promote insert a plug into insert as a plug
a principle that limits the extent of something the quality of being limited or restricted the greatest amount of something that is possible or allowed (law) a time period after which suits cannot be brought an act of limiting or restricting (as by regulation)
a periodic count of the population conduct a census
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) an offensive move in a sport or game intense adverse criticism ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation the act of attacking a decisive manner of beginning a musical tone or phrase a sudden occurrence of an uncontrollable condition the onset of a corrosive or destructive process (as by a chemical agent) strong criticism launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with attack in speech or writing take the initiative and go on the offensive attack someone physically or emotionally set to work upon; turn one's energies vigorously to a task begin to injure
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a hospital unit staffed and equipped to provide intensive care
a chronic inflammatory collagen disease affecting connective tissue (skin or joints)
lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions give false or misleading information to designed to deceive or mislead either deliberately or inadvertently
make certain of be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
make cool or cooler loose heat lose intensity
at a steady rate or pace in a steady manner
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something use of physical or mental energy; hard work a notable achievement a series of actions advancing a principle or tending toward a particular end
a sudden muscle spasm; especially one caused by a nervous condition make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions toss with a sharp movement so as to cause to turn over in the air squeeze tightly between the fingers move or pull with a sudden motion
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a British peer of the highest rank a nobleman (in various countries) of high rank
a person who belongs to an early stage of civilization a mathematical expression from which another expression is derived a word serving as the basis for inflected or derived forms belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness little evolved from or characteristic of an earlier ancestral type used of preliterate or tribal or nonindustrial societies of or created by one without formal training; simple or naive in style
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a colorless and odorless inert gas; one of the six inert gases; comprises approximately 1% of the earth's atmosphere a unit of surface area equal to 100 square meters a state in south central United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
a classification of propositions on the basis of whether they claim necessity or possibility or impossibility verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker a particular sense a method of therapy that involves physical or electrical therapeutic treatment
(genetics) a combination of alleles (for different genes) that are located closely together on the same chromosome and that tend to be inherited together
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come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) be valid, applicable, or true
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give to a charity or good cause
a prolonged disorder of eating due to loss of appetite
have an existence, be extant support oneself
have confidence or faith in
an analgesic drug derived from the saffron plant and used to treat gout
deprive of by deceit
taking a vaccine as a precaution against contracting a disease the scar left following inoculation with a vaccine
a sudden violent spontaneous occurrence (usually of some undesirable condition)
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts represent in bodily form make real or concrete; give reality or substance to solidify, firm, or strengthen
producing a radiograph by means of the radiation emitted from the specimen being photographed
subject to a mathematical transformation change or alter in form, appearance, or nature change in outward structure or looks change from one form or medium into another convert (one form of energy) to another change (a bacterial cell) into a genetically distinct cell by the introduction of DNA from another cell of the same or closely related species increase or decrease (an alternating current or voltage)
the rays of the sun
repetition of the ends of two or more successive sentences, verses, etc.
United States author whose works were frequently autobiographical (1876-1941) United States physicist who studied the electronic structure of magnetic and disordered systems (1923-) United States dramatist (1888-1959) United States contralto noted for her performance of spirituals (1902-1993) United States physicist who discovered antimatter in the form of an antielectron that is called the positron (1905-1991)
the marked and rapid transformation of a larva into an adult that occurs in some animals the organic processes (in a cell or organism) that are necessary for life
the process of producing a chemical compound (usually by the union of simpler chemical compounds) the combination of ideas into a complex whole reasoning from the general to the particular (or from cause to effect)
subject to question able to be refuted
impatience with annoyances unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains a single domestic animal that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason a person who is in charge the front of a military formation or procession the pressure exerted by a fluid the top of something the source of water from which a stream arises (grammar) the word in a grammatical constituent that plays the same grammatical role as the whole constituent the tip of an abscess (where the pus accumulates) the length or height based on the size of a human or animal head a dense cluster of flowers or foliage the educator who has executive authority for a school an individual person a user of (usually soft) drugs a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea) a rounded compact mass the foam or froth that accumulates at the top when you pour an effervescent liquid into a container the part in the front or nearest the viewer a difficult juncture forward movement a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer the subject matter at issue a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about the rounded end of a bone that fits into a rounded cavity in another bone to form a joint that part of a skeletal muscle that is away from the bone that it moves (computer science) a tiny electromagnetic coil and metal pole used to write and read magnetic patterns on a disk (usually plural) the obverse side of a coin that usually bears the representation of a person's head the striking part of a tool (nautical) a toilet on board a boat or ship a projection out from one end a membrane that is stretched taut over a drum oral stimulation of the genitals to go or travel towards be in charge of travel in front of; go in advance of others be the first or leading member of (a group) and excel direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take its rise be in the front of or on top of form a head or come or grow to a head remove the head of
a means or instrumentality for storing or communicating information the surrounding environment an intervening substance through which signals can travel as a means for communication (bacteriology) a nutrient substance (solid or liquid) that is used to cultivate micro-organisms a liquid with which pigment is mixed by a painter (biology) a substance in which specimens are preserved or displayed an intervening substance through which something is achieved a state that is intermediate between extremes; a middle position someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead (usually plural) transmissions that are disseminated widely to the public an occupation for which you are especially well suited around the middle of a scale of evaluation (meat) cooked until there is just a little pink meat inside
of or relating to a chorion
a toroidal shape (Fungi) a remnant of the partial veil that in mature mushrooms surrounds the stem like a collar
make an effort or attempt enter upon an activity or enterprise tried unsuccessfully
heal or recover get healthy again provide a cure for, make healthy again
the quality of being unlike or dissimilar a variation that deviates from the standard or norm a disagreement or argument about something important a significant change the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend
degree of figurative distance or separation;  remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract remove from a position or an office dispose of cause to leave shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes go away or leave kill intentionally and with premeditation get rid of something abstract
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a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature the presence of heat the sensation caused by heat energy the trait of being intensely emotional applies to nonhuman mammals: a state or period of heightened sexual arousal and activity a preliminary race in which the winner advances to a more important race utility to warm a building make hot or hotter provide with heat arouse or excite feelings and passions gain heat or get hot
concerned with topography
relating to or derived from the sun or utilizing the energies of the sun
lengthen or extend in duration or space undergo (as of injuries and illnesses) provide with nourishment supply with necessities and support be the physical support of; carry the weight of admit as valid establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts maintained at length without interruption or weakening (of an electric arc) continuous
remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract remove from a position or an office dispose of cause to leave shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes go away or leave kill intentionally and with premeditation get rid of something abstract separated in relationship by a given degree of descent separate or apart in time
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an inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the nose (usually associated with nasal discharge)
a lawyer who pleads cases in court something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action give advice to
something determined in relation to something that includes it something less than the whole of a human artifact the allotment of some amount by dividing something assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you) money or property brought by a woman to her husband at marriage an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal give out
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a salt of phosphoric acid carbonated drink with fruit syrup and a little phosphoric acid
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(biochemistry) a nucleoside that is a structural component of nucleic acids; it is present in all living cells in a combined form as a constituent of DNA and RNA and ADP and ATP and AMP
(of childbirth) before the end of the normal period of gestation too soon; in a premature manner
a kind of sealing material that is used to form a hard coating on a porous surface (as a coat of paint or varnish used to size a surface)
the part of the superior limb between the elbow and the wrist arm in advance of a confrontation
the act of escaping physically an inclination to retreat from unpleasant realities through diversion or fantasy nonperformance of something distasteful (as by deceit or trickery) that you are supposed to do an avoidance of danger or difficulty a means or way of escaping a plant originally cultivated but now growing wild the discharge of a fluid from some container a valve in a container in which pressure can build up (as a steam boiler); it opens automatically when the pressure reaches a dangerous level run away from confinement fail to experience escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action be incomprehensible to; escape understanding by remove oneself from a familiar environment, usually for pleasure or diversion flee; take to one's heels; cut and run issue or leak, as from a small opening
a liplike structure that bounds a bodily orifice (especially any of the four labiate folds of a woman's vulva)
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of or relating to or forming a limbus
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a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. the trait of practicing caution in advance judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
make by combining materials and parts put together out of artificial or natural components or parts; He manufactured a popular cereal" draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions create by linking linguistic units create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts reassemble mentally
the template for protein synthesis; the form of RNA that carries information from DNA in the nucleus to the ribosome sites of protein synthesis in the cell
a hard malleable ductile silvery metallic element that is resistant to corrosion; used in alloys; occurs in pentlandite and smaltite and garnierite and millerite
in a radical manner
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of or relating to epidemiology
a metric unit of length equal to one billionth of a meter a state in southwestern United States on the Mexican border
present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development normally existing at birth
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a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (rock salt)
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a state in southeastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies
the extreme end of something; especially something pointed a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) an indication of potential opportunity a V shape the top or extreme point of something (usually a mountain or hill) cause to tilt mark with a tip give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on cause to topple or tumble by pushing to incline or bend from a vertical position walk on one's toes strike lightly give insider information or advise to remove the tip from
an occurrence of control or strength weakening the act of making something less tight make loose or looser make less severe or strict become less severe or strict disentangle and raise the fibers of cause to become loose make less dense become loose or looser or less tight
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one billionth (1/1,000,000,000) gram
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a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
the context and environment in which something is set the state of the environment in which a situation exists arrangement of scenery and properties to represent the place where a play or movie is enacted the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event the physical position of something a table service for one person a mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place put into a certain place or abstract location fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely establish as the highest level or best performance put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state fix in a border make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly locate disappear beyond the horizon adapt for performance in a different way put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground apply or start become gelatinous set in type put into a position that will restore a normal state insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink) give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor urge to attack someone estimate equip with sails or masts get ready for a particular purpose or event alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard bear fruit arrange attractively
breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties
a radioactive transuranic metallic element; found in trace amounts in uranium ores; a by-product of the production of plutonium a registered nurse who has received special training and can perform many of the duties of a physician
a prosthesis placed permanently in tissue fix or set securely or deeply become attached to and embedded in the uterus put firmly in the mind
a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues the cardinal compass point that is at 0 or 360 degrees a unit of force equal to the force that imparts an acceleration of 1 m/sec/sec to a mass of 1 kilogram; equal to 100,000 dynes (of a solution) concentration expressed in gram equivalents of solute per liter the 14th letter of the Roman alphabet
(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it) condition in which the earth's surface is worn away by the action of water and wind a gradual decline of something erosion by chemical action
become brisk quick and energetic imparting vitality and energy very active
a local and habitual twitching especially in the face
a connecting point at which several lines come together any thickened enlargement (botany) the small swelling that is the part of a plant stem from which one or more leaves emerge (physics) the point of minimum displacement in a periodic system (astronomy) a point where an orbit crosses a plane the source of lymph and lymphocytes any bulge or swelling of an anatomical structure or part (computer science) any computer that is hooked up to a computer network
a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface a clear and telling mental image a situation treated as an observable object illustrations used to decorate or explain a text a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement the visible part of a television transmission a graphic or vivid verbal description a typical example of some state or quality a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide; recorded by a camera on light-sensitive material imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind show in, or as in, a picture
consent to, give permission make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
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surgical creation of an opening through the abdominal wall into the stomach (as for gastrogavage)
be earlier in time; go back further come before be the predecessor of move ahead (of others) in time or space furnish with a preface or introduction existing or coming before of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office
any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal the inflated oblong ball used in playing American football
in a uniform manner
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the sudden giving off of energy the act of venting a substance that is emitted or released any of several bodily processes by which substances go out of the body electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field the pouring forth of a fluid the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) a formal written statement of relinquishment the act of discharging a gun complete or carry out pour forth or release free from obligations or duties remove the charge from go off or discharge pronounce not guilty of criminal charges eliminate (a substance) leave or unload cause to go off release from military service become empty or void of its content
the middle region of the body of an arthropod between the head and the abdomen the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates part of an insect's body that bears the wings and legs
used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh being in its early stage not tried or tested by experience
a person with a strong desire for something primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified primarily spatial sense; of relatively great or greater than average spatial extension or extension as specified of relatively great height good at remembering holding securities or commodities in expectation of a rise in prices (of speech sounds or syllables) of relatively long duration involving substantial risk planning prudently for the future having or being more than normal or necessary:"long on brains" for more time
a projectile that is fired from a gun a high-speed passenger train (baseball) a pitch thrown with maximum velocity
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be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics exchange messages take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to accompanying similar especially in position or purpose conforming in every respect
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abstain from certain foods, as for religious or medical reasons abstain from eating
of or relating to physiological processes; with respect to physiology
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities of great consequence causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm appealing to the mind completely lacking in playfulness requiring effort or concentration; complex and not easy to answer or solve
a part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction the positively charged dense center of an atom a small group of indispensable persons or things (astronomy) the center of the head of a comet; consists of small solid particles of ice and frozen gas that vaporizes on approaching the sun to form the coma and tail any histologically identifiable mass of neural cell bodies in the brain or spinal cord the central structure of the lens that is surrounded by the cortex
relating to the meninges
infestation with slender threadlike roundworms (filaria) deposited under the skin by the bite of black fleas; when the eyes are involved it can result in blindness; common in Africa and tropical America
surgical removal of one or both adrenal glands
of or relating to or produced by lymph
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unusual or striking worthy of notice
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed an outward appearance a clear and telling mental image a concavity in a surface produced by pressing a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving all the copies of a work printed at one time (dentistry) an imprint of the teeth and gums in wax or plaster an impressionistic portrayal of a person the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another
any one of four endocrine glands situated above or within the thyroid gland
an antagonist for estrogen that is used in the treatment of breast cancer
a fact about some part (as opposed to general) a small part that can be considered separately from the whole (logic) a proposition that asserts something about some (but not all) members of a class unique or specific to a person or thing or category separate and distinct from others of the same group or category surpassing what is common or usual or expected first and most important exacting especially about details providing specific details or circumstances
a long thin implement made of metal or wood any rod-shaped bacterium a linear measure of 16.5 feet a square rod of land a visual receptor cell that is sensitive to dim light a gangster's pistol
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the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail) the event of giving birth your characteristic style or manner of expressing yourself orally the voluntary transfer of something (title or possession) from one party to another (baseball) the act of throwing a baseball by a pitcher to a batter recovery or preservation from loss or danger the act of delivering a child
a muscle of the thigh that extends the leg
an advantage held by a competitor in a race a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey evidence pointing to a possible solution a position of leadership (especially in the phrase `take the lead') the angle between the direction a gun is aimed and the position of a moving target (correcting for the flight time of the missile) the introductory section of a story (sports) the score by which a team or individual is winning an actor who plays a principal role (baseball) the position taken by a base runner preparing to advance to the next base an indication of potential opportunity a news story of major importance the timing of ignition relative to the position of the piston in an internal-combustion engine restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing mixture of graphite with clay in different degrees of hardness; the marking substance in a pencil a jumper that consists of a short piece of wire the playing of a card to start a trick in bridge take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over
a device (such as a fan) that introduces fresh air or expels foul air a device that facilitates breathing in cases of respiratory failure
perform as expected when applied serve a purpose, role, or function perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
to a remarkable degree or extent in a signal manner
to show, make visible or apparent attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
something inverted in sequence or character or effect reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect opposite in nature or effect or relation to another quantity
an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding the act of removing solid particles from a liquid
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the act of passing from one state or place to the next a section of text; particularly a section of medium length a way through or along which someone or something may pass the passing of a law by a legislative body a journey usually by ship a short section of a musical composition a path or channel or duct through or along which something may pass a bodily reaction of changing from one place or stage to another the motion of one object relative to another the act of passing something to another person
the totality of surrounding conditions the area in which something exists or lives
an impetuous rush toward someone or something (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense the price charged for some article or service the quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body (either positive or negative) and construed as an excess or deficiency of electrons attention and management implying responsibility for safety a special assignment that is given to a person or group a person committed to your care financial liabilities (such as a tax) (psychoanalysis) the libidinal energy invested in some idea or person or object the swift release of a store of affective force request for payment of a debt a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something an assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence heraldry consisting of a design or image depicted on a shield a quantity of explosive to be set off at one time to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against demand payment move quickly and violently assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to file a formal charge against make an accusatory claim fill or load to capacity enter a certain amount as a charge cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution give over to another for care or safekeeping pay with a credit card; pay with plastic money; postpone payment by recording a purchase as a debt lie down on command, of hunting dogs cause to be agitated, excited, or roused place a heraldic bearing on provide (a device) with something necessary direct into a position for use impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to instruct (a jury) about the law, its application, and the weighing of evidence instruct or command with authority attribute responsibility to set or ask for a certain price cause formation of a net electrical charge in or on energize a battery by passing a current through it in the direction opposite to discharge saturate
contribute to the progress or growth of give a promotion to or assign to a higher position make publicity for; try to sell (a product) be changed for a superior chess or checker piece change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration deciding or controlling something's outcome or nature the act of making up your mind about something
the univalent radical CH3- derived from methane
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the quality of having a superior or more favorable position (tennis) first point scored after deuce benefit resulting from some event or action give an advantage to
the number of occurrences within a given time period the ratio of the number of observations in a statistical category to the total number of observations the number of observations in a given statistical category
to stress, single out as important give extra weight to (a communication)
a group of government agencies and organizations that carry out intelligence activities for the United States government; headed by the Director of Central Intelligence
inflammation of a blood vessel
a place where something ends or is complete
of or relating to or capable of refraction capable of changing the direction (of a light or sound wave)
to stress, single out as important give extra weight to (a communication) spoken with emphasis
the quality of being at a refreshingly low temperature great coolness and composure under strain make cool or cooler loose heat lose intensity neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat marked by calm self-control (especially in trying circumstances); unemotional (color) inducing the impression of coolness; used especially of greens and blues and violets psychologically cool and unenthusiastic; unfriendly or unresponsive or showing dislike (used of a number or sum) without exaggeration or qualification fashionable and attractive at the time; often skilled or socially adept
duration of service the property of being long-lived
the act of overcoming or outdoing the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows come out better in a competition, race, or conflict give a beating to; subject to a beating, either as a punishment or as an act of aggression hit repeatedly move rhythmically shape by beating make a rhythmic sound glare or strike with great intensity move with a thrashing motion sail with much tacking or with difficulty stir vigorously strike (a part of one's own body) repeatedly, as in great emotion or in accompaniment to music be superior avoid paying make a sound like a clock or a timer move with a flapping motion indicate by beating, as with the fingers or drumsticks move with or as if with a regular alternating motion make by pounding or trampling produce a rhythm by striking repeatedly strike (water or bushes) repeatedly to rouse animals for hunting beat through cleverness and wit be a mystery or bewildering to wear out completely
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making a strong or vivid impression producing a strong effect
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a relative position or degree of value in a graded group a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process height above ground indicator that establishes the horizontal when a bubble is centered in a tube of liquid a flat surface at right angles to a plumb line an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a structure consisting of a room or set of rooms at a single position along a vertical scale aim at tear down so as to make flat with the ground make level or straight direct into a position for use talk frankly with; lay it on the line become level or even having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another not showing abrupt variations being on a precise horizontal plane oriented at right angles to the plumb of the score in a contest
the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public the state of being embarrassed (usually by some financial inadequacy) some event that causes someone to be embarrassed extreme excess
a male with the same parents as someone else a male person who is a fellow member (of a fraternity or religion or other group) a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities used as a term of address for those male persons engaged in the same movement (Roman Catholic Church) a title given to a monk and used as form of address
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated the ideal in terms of which something can be judged a board measure = 1980 board feet the value behind the money in a monetary system an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support) any distinctive flag
any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail) accomplished rapidly and without delay hurried and brief moving quickly and lightly apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity performed with little or no delay easily aroused or excited with little or no delay
an increase by natural growth or addition several things grouped together or considered as a whole the act of accumulating (finance) profits that are not paid out as dividends but are added to the capital base of the corporation
a person who has obsessions characterized by or constituting an obsession
a ductile silvery-white ductile ferromagnetic trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group
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free of or using methods to keep free of pathological microorganisms
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time at a slow tempo slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity (used of timepieces) indicating a time earlier than the correct time so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness (of business) not active or brisk more slowly
a syndrome that occurs in many women from 2 to 14 days before the onset of menstruation an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease a soft silvery metallic element of the rare earth group having no stable isotope; was discovered in radioactive form as a fission product of uranium the person who holds the position of head of the government in the United Kingdom modulation of the phase of the carrier wave
a general direction in which something tends to move general line of orientation a general tendency to change (as of opinion) the popular taste at a given time turn sharply; change direction abruptly
any tiny hole admitting passage of a liquid (fluid or gas) any small opening in the skin or outer surface of an animal a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass direct one's attention on something
having an open or latticed or porous structure
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lose velocity; move more slowly become slow or slower cause to proceed more slowly
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(biology) tiny fibers that are seen in cell division; the fibers radiate from two poles and meet at the equator in the middle a piece of wood that has been turned on a lathe; used as a baluster, chair leg, etc. any of various rotating shafts that serve as axes for larger rotating parts a stick or pin used to twist the yarn in spinning any holding device consisting of a rigid, sharp-pointed object
a person or thing that takes or can take the place of another an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items be a substitute act as a substitute capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team serving or used in place of another artificial and inferior
of or relating to a spectrum resembling or characteristic of a phantom
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extremely irritating to the nerves
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enter into a contractual arrangement engage by written agreement squeeze or press together be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness become smaller or draw together make smaller compress or concentrate make or become more narrow or restricted reduce in scope while retaining essential elements reduced in size or pulled together
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remove or make invisible wipe out digitally or magnetically recorded information cut or eliminate
of or relating to or resembling an axis of rotation relating to or attached to the axis situated on or along or in the direction of an axis
any of a group of enzymes that act as a catalyst in the hydrolysis of organic phosphates
a minute hairlike projection on mucous membrane
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having or covered with hair hazardous and frightening
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relating to or containing an alkali; having a pH greater than 7
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a symmetrical arrangement of the parts of a thing any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) acting according to certain accepted standards
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean) once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) a facility that provides a source of water liquid excretory product a liquid necessary for the life of most animals and plants supply with water, as with channels or ditches or streams provide with water secrete or form water, as tears or saliva fill with tears
the act of achieving an aim arrival at a new stage an ability that has been acquired by training
parasympathomimetic drug (trademark Mecholyl) that stimulates secretions and smooth muscle activity
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any number of entities (members) considered as a unit (chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule a set that is closed, associative, has an identity element and every element has an inverse arrange into a group or groups form a group or group together
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the activity of supplying or providing something give something useful or necessary to circulate or distribute or equip with give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance state or say further
not yet identified being or having an unknown or unnamed source
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three being ten more than twenty
having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease financially secure and functioning well promoting health; healthful exercising or showing good judgment large in amount or extent or degree
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an excited state of a stable particle causing a sharp maximum in the probability of absorption of electromagnetic radiation a vibration of large amplitude produced by a relatively small vibration near the same frequency of vibration as the natural frequency of the resonating system having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant a relationship of mutual understanding or trust and agreement between people the quality imparted to voiced speech sounds by the action of the resonating chambers of the throat and mouth and nasal cavities
without deliberate intent not done with purpose or intent
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come out into view, as from concealment come out of become known or apparent come up to the surface of or rise happen or occur as a result of something
a drug that causes dilation of blood vessels
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act of bringing about a desired result cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes
any of several toxic or carcinogenic hydrocarbons that occur as impurities in herbicides
make less severe or harsh or extreme add a modifier to a constituent cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group a nobleman (duke or marquis or earl or viscount or baron) who is a member of the British peerage look searchingly
make powerless and unable to function cause to be paralyzed and immobile affected with paralysis
indicating the beginning unit in a series
a cue given to a performer (usually the beginning of the next line to be spoken) (computer science) a symbol that appears on the computer screen to indicate that the computer is ready to receive a command give an incentive for action serve as the inciting cause of assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned according to schedule or without delay; on time ready and willing or quick to act;  performed with little or no delay
a small island
the short weak cry of a young bird a secret look look furtively cause to appear make high-pitched sounds speak in a hesitant and high-pitched tone of voice appear as though from hiding
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of or relating to neuropsychiatry
the act of drawing a plan or diagram or outline a drawing created by superimposing a semitransparent sheet of paper on the original image and copying on it the lines of the original image the discovery and description of the course of development of something follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something make a mark or lines on a surface to go back over again pursue or chase relentlessly discover traces of make one's course or travel along a path; travel or pass over, around, or along copy by following the lines of the original drawing on a transparent sheet placed upon it; make a tracing of read with difficulty
express in words put before indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. declared as fact; explicitly stated
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viral diseases causing eruptions of the skin or mucous membrane any of the animal viruses that cause painful blisters on the skin
keep or lay aside for future use find a place for and put away for storage
of or related to the pain of angina pectoris
something that is remembered the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered the power of retaining and recalling past experience an electronic memory device the area of cognitive psychology that studies memory processes
a politician who is running for public office someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)
(chemistry, physics, biology) readily changed or destroyed by heat
the present time or age the day that includes the present moment (as opposed to yesterday or tomorrow) in these times on this day as distinct from yesterday or tomorrow
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of or belonging to or active during the day having a daily cycle or occurring every day
United States composer who promoted 20th century music (1896-1985) a meeting for execution of a group's functions the time during which a school holds classes a meeting devoted to a particular activity a meeting of spiritualists
final product; the things produced production of a certain amount signal that comes out of an electronic system the quantity of something (as a commodity) that is created (usually within a given period of time) what is produced in a given time period to create or manufacture a specific amount
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a substance that can be consumed to produce energy provide with a combustible substance that provides energy provide with fuel take in fuel, as of a ship stimulate
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an abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions) treat with sulphur in order to preserve
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an occurrence of something a special set of circumstances a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy the actual state of things a portable container for carrying several objects a person requiring professional services a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a problem requiring investigation a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument the quantity contained in a case nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence a specific state of mind that is temporary a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) a specific size and style of type within a type family an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part the housing or outer covering of something the enclosing frame around a door or window opening (printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home look over, usually with the intention to rob enclose in, or as if in, a case
clear or deep perception of a situation a feeling of understanding the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation grasping the inner nature of things intuitively
a particular environment or walk of life any spherically shaped artifact the geographical area in which one nation is very influential a particular aspect of life or activity a solid figure bounded by a spherical surface (including the space it encloses) a three-dimensional closed surface such that every point on the surface is equidistant from the center the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
an abnormal backward flow of body fluids the outward flow of the tide
make less severe or harsh or extreme add a modifier to a constituent cause to change; make different; cause a transformation changed in form or character mediocre
(New Testament) supposed brother of St. James; one of the Apostles who is invoked in prayer when a situation seems hopeless a New Testament book attributed to Saint Jude
a radioactive gaseous element formed by the disintegration of radium; the heaviest of the inert gasses; occurs naturally (especially in areas over granite) and is considered a hazard to health
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns
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the quality or state of being mortal the ratio of deaths in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 per year
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to gain with effort reach a point in time, or a certain state or level find unexpectedly reach a destination, either real or abstract
a compound that exists in forms having different arrangements of atoms but the same molecular weight
a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes; occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities (as in sea water or rocks) a tincture consisting of a solution of iodine in ethyl alcohol; applied topically to wounds as an antiseptic
the work of caring for the sick or injured or infirm the profession of a nurse nourishing at the breast try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people treat carefully give suck to
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material alternative names for the body of a human being one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) a well-known or notable person a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape an amount of money expressed numerically the impression produced by a person the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground a decorative or artistic work a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating judge to be probable be or play a part of or in imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind make a mathematical calculation or computation understand
(sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam a sudden loss of consciousness resulting when the rupture or occlusion of a blood vessel leads to oxygen lack in the brain a light touch a light touch with the hands (golf) the unit of scoring in golf is the act of hitting the ball with a club the oarsman nearest the stern of the shell who sets the pace for the rest of the crew anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause a punctuation mark (/) used to separate related items of information a mark made on a surface by a pen, pencil, or paintbrush any one of the repeated movements of the limbs and body used for locomotion in swimming or rowing a single complete movement touch lightly and repeatedly, as with brushing motions strike a ball with a smooth blow row at a particular rate treat gingerly or carefully
a rapid and irregular heart beat a shaky motion
carry out or perform an action perform a function give a performance (of something) get (something) done
in keeping being of the same opinion
the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order determine the number or amount of have weight; have import, carry weight show consideration for; take into account name or recite the numbers in ascending order put into a group include as if by counting have a certain value or carry a certain weight have faith or confidence in take account of
a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe
in competition
a Scandinavian language that is the official language of Sweden and one of two official languages of Finland of or relating to or characteristic of Sweden or its people or culture or language
a conjugated protein having a lipid component; the principal means for transporting lipids in the blood
required activity anything indispensable something that is required in advance
hereditary succession to a title or an office or property that which is inherited; a title or property or estate that passes by law to the heir on the death of the owner (genetics) attributes acquired via biological heredity from the parents any attribute or immaterial possession that is inherited from ancestors
a grey or green fibrous mineral; an important source of commercial asbestos
the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number used of a single unit or thing; not two or more
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urgently needed; absolutely necessary performing an essential function in the living body full of spirit manifesting or characteristic of life
(Roman Catholic Church) one of a group of more than 100 prominent bishops in the Sacred College who advise the Pope and elect new Popes the number of elements in a mathematical set; denotes a quantity but not the order a variable color averaging a vivid red crested thick-billed North American finch having bright red plumage in the male serving as an essential component being or denoting a numerical quantity but not order
originate (in) have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous be composed of
following the third position; number four in a countable series one of four equal parts the musical interval between one note and another four notes away from it coming next after the third and just before the fifth in position or time or degree or magnitude in the fourth place
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a useful or valuable quality the arithmetic operation of summing; calculating the sum of two or more numbers on the positive side or higher end of a scale involving advantage or good
adjacent to the nasal cavities
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capacity or power to produce a desired effect
a short mixed drink an appetizer served as a first course at a meal
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
use as a quantifier express as a number or measure or quantity
a person who is almost identical to another a group of genetically identical cells or organisms derived from a single cell or individual by some kind of asexual reproduction an unauthorized copy or imitation make multiple identical copies of
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the cardinal number that is the product of ten and eight being ten more than seventy
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coming next after the third and just before the fifth in position or time or degree or magnitude
cause to tilt mark with a tip give a tip or gratuity to in return for a service, beyond the compensation agreed on cause to topple or tumble by pushing to incline or bend from a vertical position walk on one's toes strike lightly give insider information or advise to remove the tip from having a tip; or having a tip as specified (used in combination) departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal
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position eight in a countable series of things one part in eight equal parts coming next after the seventh and just before the ninth in position
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join letters in a ligature when writing bind chemically bind with a bandage or ligature
a division of some larger or more complex organization a division of a stem, or secondary stem arising from the main stem of a plant a part of a forked or branching shape a natural consequence of development a stream or river connected to a larger one any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm grow and send out branches or branch-like structures divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork
characterized by action or forcefulness or force of personality
a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure the state in which a substance exhibits a characteristic readiness to flow with little or no tendency to disperse and relatively high incompressibility fluid matter having no fixed shape but a fixed volume a frictionless continuant that is not a nasal consonant (especially `l' and `r') existing as or having characteristics of a liquid; especially tending to flow filled or brimming with tears clear and bright changed from a solid to a liquid state smooth and flowing in quality; entirely free of harshness smooth and unconstrained in movement in cash or easily convertible to cash
(anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion) a disreputable place of entertainment the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made a piece of meat roasted or for roasting and of a size for slicing into more than one portion junction by which parts or objects are joined together marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking fit as if by joints provide with a joint fasten with a joint separate (meat) at the joint united or combined affecting or involving two or more involving both houses of a legislature
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the act of cleaning by getting rid of impurities the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites the act of purging of sin or guilt; moral or spiritual cleansing
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hardening something by heat treatment bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling
grow and send out branches or branch-like structures divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork resembling a fork; divided or separated into two branches having branches
a hollow muscular organ in the pelvic cavity of females; contains the developing fetus
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being five more than one hundred twenty
a news report that is reported first by one news organization not divided or shared with others excluding much or all; especially all but a particular group or minority not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain a feeling of freedom from worry or disappointment the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state satisfaction or physical well-being provided by a person or thing bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together assistance, such as that provided to an enemy or to a known criminal give moral or emotional strength to lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate
a football player whose responsibility is to block players attempting to stop an offensive play a class of drugs that inhibit (block) some biological process
for the most part
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the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a change of position that does not entail a change of location a state of change a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote the act of changing location from one place to another an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object show, express or direct through movement
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render unsuitable for passage hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of stop from happening or developing interfere with or prevent the reception of signals run on a block system interrupt the normal function of by means of anesthesia shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight stamp or emboss a title or design on a book with a block obstruct block passage through support, secure, or raise with a block impede the movement of (an opponent or a ball) be unable to remember shape by using a block shape into a block or blocks prohibit the conversion or use of (assets) closed to traffic completely obstructed or closed off
add as a supplement to what seems insufficient serve as a supplement to add to the very end
in a paradoxical manner
the highest point (of something) the point on the celestial sphere toward which the sun and solar system appear to be moving relative to the fixed stars
a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time
the state of being present; current existence the immediate proximity of someone or something an invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby the impression that something is present dignified manner or conduct the act of being present
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the verbal act of offering something offered (as a proposal or bid) a usually brief attempt make available or accessible, provide or furnish present for acceptance or rejection agree freely put forward for consideration offer verbally make available for sale propose a payment produce or introduce on the stage present as an act of worship mount or put up make available; provide ask (someone) to marry you threaten to do something
the act of relieving ills and changing for the better
bring order and organization to bring into common action, movement, or condition be co-ordinated bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation operating as a unit being dexterous in the use of more than one set of muscle movements intentionally matched
removing by cutting off or clipping cut with shears shear the wool from cut or cut through with shears become deformed by forces tending to produce a shearing strain
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the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone
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any of several antigens that occur naturally in the fetus and sometimes in adults with cancer
a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage) (biology) the sequence of events involved in the evolutionary development of a species or taxonomic group of organisms
show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of
prove capable or fit; meet requirements pronounce fit or able make more specific make fit or prepared specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of add a modifier to a constituent meeting the proper standards and requirements and training for an office or position or task limited or restricted; not absolute holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man') contingent on something else
Irish mathematician (1806-1865) English beauty who was the mistress of Admiral Nelson (1765-1815) United States toxicologist known for her work on industrial poisons (1869-1970) United States statesman and leader of the Federalists; as the first Secretary of the Treasury he establish a federal bank; was mortally wounded in a duel with Aaron Burr (1755-1804) a port city in southeastern Ontario at the western end of Lake Ontario the capital of Bermuda
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localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply
a prominent attribute or aspect of something the characteristic parts of a person's face: eyes and nose and mouth and chin the principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater a special or prominent article in a newspaper or magazine (linguistics) a distinctive characteristic of a linguistic unit that serves to distinguish it from other units of the same kind an article of merchandise that is displayed or advertised more than other articles have as a feature wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
not being under control; out of control
the simplest ketone; a highly inflammable liquid widely used as an organic solvent and as material for making plastics
a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea
supernatural forces and events and beings collectively supernatural practices and techniques cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention become concealed or hidden from view or have its light extinguished hide from view hidden and difficult to see having an import not apparent to the senses nor obvious to the intelligence; beyond ordinary understanding
a word or expression used for some particular thing a limited period of time (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement any distinct quantity contained in a polynomial one of the substantive phrases in a logical proposition the end of gestation or point at which birth is imminent (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome name formally or designate with a term
relating to or near the ulna
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an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling a handcart that has a frame with two low wheels and a ledge at the bottom and handles at the top; used to move crates or other heavy objects convey (goods etc.) by truck
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arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous) the season including the four Sundays preceding Christmas (Christian theology) the reappearance of Jesus as judge for the Last Judgment
explosive consisting of a yellow crystalline compound that is a flammable toxic derivative of toluene
any of several drugs that control or kill neoplastic cells; used in chemotherapy to kill cancer cells; all have unpleasant side effects that may include nausea and vomiting and hair loss and suppression of bone marrow function used in the treatment of cancer
aware or expressing awareness of things as they really are representing what is real; not abstract or ideal of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of realism
a drug used to treat or prevent convulsions (as in epilepsy)
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apart from others
weight down with a load present with a bias made heavy or weighted down with weariness adjusted to reflect value or proportion
a plant hormone promoting elongation of stems and roots Yemen-based terrorist group that supports al-Qaeda's goals; seeks to overthrow the Yemeni government and eliminate United States interests; responsible for bombings and kidnappings and killing western tourists in Yemen
an abrupt emphatic exclamation expressing emotion the discharge of semen in males
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a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
(physiology) processes that maintain a generally constant physiological state in a cell or organism
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a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures an open or empty space in or between things a narrow opening a pass between mountain peaks a difference (especially an unfortunate difference) between two opinions or two views or two situations an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity make an opening or gap in
a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem capable of meeting financial obligations
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
a concept or idea not associated with any specific instance a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically make off with belongings of others consider apart from a particular case or instance give an abstract (of)
in an adequate manner or to an adequate degree
a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished an arrangement scheme scale drawing of a structure have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
as the end result of a succession or process
localized necrosis resulting from obstruction of the blood supply
anything that contributes causally to a result an abstract part of something one of two or more integers that can be exactly divided into another integer a businessman who buys or sells for another in exchange for a commission any of the numbers (or symbols) that form a product when multiplied together an independent variable in statistics (genetics) a segment of DNA that is involved in producing a polypeptide chain; it can include regions preceding and following the coding DNA as well as introns between the exons; it is considered a unit of heredity resolve into factors be a contributing factor consider as relevant when making a decision
the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) the advantageous quality of being beneficial derive a benefit from make a profit; gain money or materially
surgical removal of the bony arches on one or more vertebrae
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of or relating to a hemorrhage
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram Danish physician and bacteriologist who developed a method of staining bacteria to distinguish among them (1853-1938)
a military training exercise a plan for attaining a particular goal a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill a move made to gain a tactical end an action aimed at evading an opponent direct the course; determine the direction of travelling act in order to achieve a certain goal perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a belief that can guide behavior
the operation of introducing a catheter into the body
a salt of carbonic acid (containing the anion HCO3) in which one hydrogen atom has been replaced; an acid carbonate
happening or done after a surgical operation
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abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function) (genetics) the process of locating genes on a chromosome make a map of; show or establish the features of details of explore or survey for the purpose of making a map locate within a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known DNA or gene sequences plan, delineate, or arrange in detail depict as if on a map to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
a medicine used to treat allergies and hypersensitive reactions and colds; works by counteracting the effects of histamine on a receptor site
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curing or healing is possible capable of being hardened by some additive or other agent
abnormally constricted body canal or passage
roentgenography of the spinal cord to detect possible lesions (usually after injection of a contrast medium into the subarachnoid space)
the condition of being enclosed (as in a capsule) the process of enclosing (as in a capsule)
a non-nitrogenous food substance consisting chiefly of starch; any substance resembling starch (pathology) a waxy translucent complex protein resembling starch that results from degeneration of tissue resembling starch
a shape that spreads outward a sudden burst of flame a burst of light used to communicate or illuminate reddening of the skin spreading outward from a focus of infection or irritation a sudden recurrence or worsening of symptoms a sudden eruption of intense high-energy radiation from the sun's surface; associated with sunspots and radio interference am unwanted reflection in an optical system (or the fogging of an image that is caused by such a reflection) a sudden outburst of emotion a device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification a short forward pass to a back who is running toward the sidelines (baseball) a fly ball hit a short distance into the outfield burn brightly become flared and widen, usually at one end shine with a sudden light erupt or intensify suddenly
a unit of heat equal to the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree at one atmosphere pressure; used by nutritionists to characterize the energy-producing potential in food unit of heat defined as the quantity of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by 1 degree centigrade at atmospheric pressure
a tiny grain
of an organism prior to birth or hatching in an early stage of development
the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something a change of position that does not entail a change of location a state of change a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote the act of changing location from one place to another an optical illusion of motion produced by viewing a rapid succession of still pictures of a moving object show, express or direct through movement
a circular segment of a curve the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession an unforeseen development a movement in a new direction the act of turning away or in the opposite direction turning or twisting around (in place) a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) (sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program a favor for someone taking a short walk out and back change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense undergo a transformation or a change of position or action undergo a change or development cause to move around or rotate change to the contrary pass to the other side of pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become let (something) fall or spill from a container move around an axis or a center cause to move around a center so as to show another side of to send or let go to break and turn over earth especially with a plow shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel change color twist suddenly so as to sprain cause to change or turn into something different; assume new characteristics accomplish by rotating get by buying and selling cause to move along an axis or into a new direction channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form alter the functioning or setting of direct at someone have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to go sour or spoil become officially one year older
a point located with respect to surface features of some region any area set aside for a particular purpose an abstract mental location a general vicinity the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another a particular situation where you live at a particular time a job in an organization the particular portion of space occupied by something proper or designated social situation a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane) the passage that is being read proper or appropriate position or location a public square with room for pedestrians an item on a list or in a sequence a blank area put into a certain place or abstract location place somebody in a particular situation or location assign a rank or rating to assign a location to to arrange for take a place in a competition; often followed by an ordinal intend (something) to move towards a certain goal recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something assign to (a job or a home) locate estimate identify the location or place of make an investment assign to a station finish second or better in a horse or dog race sing a note with the correct pitch
stout-bodied short-legged omnivorous animals
the period following birth during which milk is secreted the production and secretion of milk by the mammary glands feeding an infant by giving suck at the breast
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state capital of West Virginia in the central part of the state on the Kanawha river a port city in southeastern South Carolina an American ballroom dance in syncopated rhythm; popular early in the 20th century dance the Charleston
the time of person's life when they are a child the state of a child between infancy and adolescence
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 denoting a quantity consisting of 1,000 items or units
the place where something begins, where it springs into being properties attributable to your ancestry an event that is a beginning; a first part or stage of subsequent events the point of intersection of coordinate axes; where the values of the coordinates are all zero the source of something's existence or from which it derives or is derived the descendants of one individual
make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent
continue to live through hardship or adversity continue in existence after (an adversity, etc.) support oneself live longer than still in existence
reactive or functioning or allowing movement in two usually opposite directions
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a hormone secreted by the pancreas; stimulates increases in blood sugar levels in the blood (thus opposing the action of insulin)
an argument opposed to a proposal a person serving a sentence in a jail or prison a swindle in which you cheat at gambling or persuade a person to buy worthless property deprive of by deceit commit to memory; learn by heart in opposition to a proposition, opinion, etc.
make simpler or easier or reduce in complexity or extent made easy or uncomplicated
of or relating to or near the sternum
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having the same or similar characteristics equally in a like manner
an orderly arrangement an impressive display especially fine or decorative clothing an arrangement of aerials spaced to give desired directional characteristics lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line align oneself with a group or a way of thinking
the act of enrolling the body of people (such as students) who register or enroll at the same time
an assumption that is taken for granted cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part) acknowledged as a supposition (usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward
in an essential manner in such a manner as could not be otherwise as a highly likely consequence
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes regulate housing in; of certain areas of towns
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any of various small particles in the cytoplasm of the cells of plants and some animals containing pigments or starch or oil or protein
a protein present in blood plasma; converts to fibrin when blood clots
a salt or ester of carbonic acid (containing the anion CO3) turn into a carbonate treat with carbon dioxide
hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells
generic name for certain synthetic or semisynthetic materials that can be molded or extruded into objects or films or filaments or used for making e.g. coatings and adhesives a card (usually plastic) that assures a seller that the person using it has a satisfactory credit rating and that the issuer will see to it that the seller receives payment for the merchandise delivered capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material) capable of being influenced or formed forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning
the act of arousing an organism to action any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action (physiology) the effect of a stimulus (on nerves or organs etc.) mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse
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the process of becoming cooler; a falling temperature a mechanism for keeping something cool make cool or cooler loose heat lose intensity
an occurrence of improvement by virtue of preventing loss or injury or other change the preservation and careful management of the environment and of natural resources (physics) the maintenance of a certain quantities unchanged during chemical reactions or physical transformations
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a member of the Caucasoid race the quality or state of the achromatic color of greatest lightness (bearing the least resemblance to black) United States jurist appointed chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1910 by President Taft; noted for his work on antitrust legislation (1845-1921) Australian writer (1912-1990) United States political journalist (1915-1986) United States architect (1853-1906) United States writer noted for his humorous essays (1899-1985) United States educator who in 1865 (with Ezra Cornell) founded Cornell University and served as its first president (1832-1918) a tributary of the Mississippi River that flows southeastward through northern Arkansas and southern Missouri the white part of an egg; the nutritive and protective gelatinous substance surrounding the yolk consisting mainly of albumin dissolved in water (board games) the lighter pieces (usually in the plural) trousers made of flannel or gabardine or tweed or white cloth turn white being of the achromatic color of maximum lightness; having little or no hue owing to reflection of almost all incident light of or belonging to a racial group having light skin coloration free from moral blemish or impurity; unsullied marked by the presence of snow restricted to whites only glowing white with heat benevolent; without malicious intent (of a surface) not written or printed on (of coffee) having cream or milk added (of hair) having lost its color anemic looking from illness or emotion of summer nights in northern latitudes where the sun barely sets
administer an anesthetic drug to
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the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense be the cause or source of transfer possession of something concrete or abstract to somebody convey or reveal information convey, as of a compliment, regards, attention, etc.; bestow organize or be responsible for convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture give as a present; make a gift of cause to happen or be responsible for dedicate give or supply transmit (knowledge or skills) bring about leave with; give temporarily emit or utter endure the loss of place into the hands or custody of give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause give (as medicine) give or convey physically bestow bestow, especially officially move in order to make room for someone for something give food to contribute to some cause break down, literally or metaphorically estimate the duration or outcome of something execute and deliver deliver in exchange or recompense afford access to present to view perform for an audience be flexible under stress of physical force propose accord by verdict manifest or show offer in good faith submit for consideration, judgment, or use guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion allow to have or take inflict as a punishment occur consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man proffer (a body part)
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merchandise issued for sale or public showing (especially a record or film) the act of liberating someone or something a process that liberates or discharges something an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) euphemistic expressions for death a legal document evidencing the discharge of a debt or obligation a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism activity that frees or expresses creative energy or emotion the act of allowing a fluid to escape a formal written statement of relinquishment (music) the act or manner of terminating a musical phrase or tone release, as from one's grip grant freedom to; free from confinement let (something) fall or spill from a container prepare and issue for public distribution or sale eliminate (a substance) generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids make (information) available for publication part with a possession or right release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition make (assets) available
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a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field one of the natural periods into which the year is divided by the equinoxes and solstices or atmospheric conditions a recurrent time marked by major holidays lend flavor to make fit make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate
of or relating to the science of cytology
capable of being raised to an upright position filled with vascular sinuses and capable of becoming distended and rigid as the result of being filled with blood
corrective consisting of a replacement for a part of the body
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a decrease in rate of change (physics) a rate of decrease in velocity the act of decelerating; decreasing the speed
not corresponding in structure or evolutionary origin derived from organisms of a different but related species
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a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record) a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials material suitable for a journalistic account copy down as is reproduce someone's behavior or looks reproduce or make an exact copy of make a replica of
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loss of equilibrium attributable to an unstable situation in which some forces outweigh others
the people who inhabit a territory or state a group of organisms of the same species inhabiting a given area (statistics) the entire aggregation of items from which samples can be drawn the number of inhabitants (either the total number or the number of a particular race or class) in a given place (country or city etc.) the act of populating (causing to live in a place)
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content (used of eyes) fully open or extended very large in expanse or scope great in degree having ample fabric not on target with or by a broad space to the fullest extent possible far from the intended target to or over a great extent or range; far
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by bad luck
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require as useful, just, or proper consider obligatory; request and expect make someone do something have need of
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the waging of armed conflict against an enemy a legal state created by a declaration of war and ended by official declaration during which the international rules of war apply an active struggle between competing entities a concerted campaign to end something that is injurious make or wage war
a tumor consisting of a mass of blood or lymphatic vessels
a unit of radiation exposure; the dose of ionizing radiation that will produce 1 electrostatic unit of electricity in 1 cc of dry air (physics) the universal constant in the gas equation: pressure times volume = R times temperature; equal to 8.3143 joules per kelvin per mole the 18th letter of the Roman alphabet the length of a line segment between the center and circumference of a circle or sphere
an isomer of glucose that is found in honey and sweet fruits
an amber, watery fluid, rich in proteins, that separates out when blood coagulates
a game played with playing cards one of a set of small pieces of stiff paper marked in various ways and used for playing games or for telling fortunes a card certifying the identity of the bearer a rectangular piece of stiff paper used to send messages (may have printed greetings or pictures) thin cardboard, usually rectangular a witty amusing person who makes jokes a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement a printed or written greeting that is left to indicate that you have visited (golf) a record of scores (as in golf) a list of dishes available at a restaurant (baseball) a list of batters in the order in which they will bat a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities separate the fibers of ask someone for identification to determine whether he or she is old enough to consume liquor
the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance the act of giving poison to a person or animal with the intent to kill spoil as if by poison kill with poison add poison to kill by its poison administer poison to
a baby from birth to four weeks
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something that serves as a means of transportation an exchange of molecules (and their kinetic energy and momentum) across the boundary between adjacent layers of a fluid or across cell membranes the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion a mechanism that transports magnetic tape across the read/write heads of a tape playback/recorder the act of moving something from one location to another move something or somebody around; usually over long distances move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body hold spellbound transport commercially send from one person or place to another
a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust apply powder to
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a civilian reserve component of the United States Air Force that provides prompt mobilization during war and assistance during national emergencies
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according to need (physicians use PRN in writing prescriptions)
influencing strongly a sharp collision produced by striking or dashing against something
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sarcoma of smooth muscle; occurs most often digestive tract or uterus or bladder or prostate
an image of a structure that is produced by ultrasonography (reflections of high-frequency sound waves); used to observe fetal growth or to study bodily organs
an event that results in a transformation a change in the units or form of an expression: "conversion from Fahrenheit to Centigrade" a successful free throw or try for point after a touchdown a spiritual enlightenment causing a person to lead a new life (psychiatry) a defense mechanism represses emotional conflicts which are then converted into physical symptoms that have no organic basis a change of religion interchange of subject and predicate of a proposition act of exchanging one type of money or security for another the act of changing from one use or function or purpose to another
serving in or intended for exploration or discovery
something written, especially copied from one medium to another, as a typewritten version of dictation (genetics) the organic process whereby the DNA sequence in a gene is copied into mRNA; the process whereby a base sequence of messenger RNA is synthesized on a template of complementary DNA a sound or television recording (e.g., from a broadcast to a tape recording) the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music the act of making a record (especially an audio record)
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the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal constituting or existing only in the form of an idea or mental image or conception of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas
breaking of hard tissue such as bone (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other the act of cracking something violate or abuse interrupt, break, or destroy break into pieces become fractured break (a bone) fracture a bone of
the 5th letter of the Greek alphabet
appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to
relating to or caused by hyperemia
the property of being physically or mentally strong capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war physical energy or intensity an asset of special worth or utility the power to induce the taking of a course of action or the embracing of a point of view by means of argument or entreaty the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects the condition of financial success permanence by virtue of the power to resist stress or force
make less intense make numb or insensitive make dull or blunt make less sharp make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation having a broad or rounded end used of a knife or other blade; not sharp characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment
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the product of a quantity by an integer having or involving or consisting of more than one part or entity or individual
synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction
anaerobic bacterium producing botulin the toxin that causes botulism
question or examine thoroughly and closely examine physically with or as if with a probe
(baseball) a successful stroke in an athletic contest (especially in baseball) the act of contacting one thing with another a conspicuous success (physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together a dose of a narcotic drug a murder carried out by an underworld syndicate a connection made via the internet to another website cause to move by striking hit against; come into sudden contact with deal a blow to, either with the hand or with an instrument reach a destination, either real or abstract affect or afflict suddenly, usually adversely hit with a missile from a weapon encounter by chance gain points in a game cause to experience suddenly make a strategic, offensive, assault against an enemy, opponent, or a target kill intentionally and with premeditation drive something violently into a location reach a point in time, or a certain state or level produce by manipulating keys or strings of musical instruments, also metaphorically consume to excess hit the intended target or goal pay unsolicited and usually unwanted sexual attention to
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the petals or sepals of a flower that bend downward (especially the outer perianth of an iris) a steep descent of the water of a river the season when the leaves fall from the trees a sudden drop from an upright position the lapse of mankind into sinfulness because of the sin of Adam and Eve a downward slope or bend a lapse into sin; a loss of innocence or of chastity a sudden decline in strength or number or importance a movement downward the act of surrendering (usually under agreed conditions) the time of day immediately following sunset when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat a free and rapid descent by the force of gravity a sudden sharp decrease in some quantity descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling
someone who visits
a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity
an independent government agency that regulates interstate and international communications by radio and television and wire and cable and satellite
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combine by multiplication combine or increase by multiplication have young (animals) or reproduce (organisms) have offspring or produce more individuals of a given animal or plant in several ways; in a multiple manner
rid of obstructions make a way or path by removing objects become clear grant authorization or clearance for remove go unchallenged; be approved be debited and credited to the proper bank accounts go away or disappear pass by, over, or under without making contact make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear free from payment of customs duties, as of a shipment clear from impurities, blemishes, pollution, etc. yield as a net profit make as a net profit earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages sell pass an inspection or receive authorization pronounce not guilty of criminal charges settle, as of a debt make clear, bright, light, or translucent rid of instructions or data remove (people) from a building remove the occupants of free (the throat) by making a rasping sound rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush freed from any question of guilt
keep from happening or arising; make impossible make impossible, especially beforehand
a genus of enteric bacteria
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities an exploratory action or expedition an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity question or examine thoroughly and closely examine physically with or as if with a probe
a milky exudate from certain plants that coagulates on exposure to air a water-base paint that has a latex binder
a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment
of or relating to the science of geography determined by geography
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deem to be give careful consideration to take into consideration for exemplifying purposes show consideration for; take into account think about carefully; weigh judge or regard; look upon; judge look at attentively look at carefully; study mentally regard or treat with consideration, respect, and esteem carefully weighed
coming at a subsequent time or stage at or toward an end or late period or stage of development being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time after the expected or usual time; delayed of the immediate past or just previous to the present time having died recently of a later stage in the development of a language or literature; used especially of dead languages at or toward an end or late period or stage of development (used especially of persons) of the immediate past happening at a time subsequent to a reference time at some eventual time in the future comparative of the adverb `late'
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generate and separate from cells or bodily fluids place out of sight; keep secret
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amide combining the amino group of one amino acid with the carboxyl group of another; usually obtained by partial hydrolysis of protein
the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum the tissue forming the outer layer of an organ or structure in plant or animal the tissue that surrounds the lens nucleus
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an undergraduate student during the year preceding graduation a person who is older than you are older; higher in rank; longer in length of tenure or service used of the fourth and final year in United States high school or college advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables)
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a device for applying a substance
how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify an adequate or large amount the concept that something has a magnitude and can be represented in mathematical expressions by a constant or a variable
an elevated geological formation the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the horizontal be at an angle
allowing fluids or gases to pass or diffuse through
in a drastic manner
place at intervals spaced apart arranged with spaces between; often used as a combining form
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the unlimited expanse in which everything is located an empty area (usually bounded in some way between things) an area reserved for some particular purpose any location outside the Earth's atmosphere a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing the interval between two times a blank area one of the areas between or below or above the lines of a musical staff (printing) a block of type without a raised letter; used for spacing between words or sentences place at intervals
a dialect of Middle English situated in or oriented toward the southwest of a region of the United States generally including New Mexico; Arizona; Texas; California; and sometimes Nevada; Utah; Colorado
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an extreme state of adversity; the lowest point of anything the point below the observer that is directly opposite the zenith on the imaginary sphere against which celestial bodies appear to be projected
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produce a literary work communicate or express by writing have (one's written work) issued for publication communicate (with) in writing communicate by letter write music mark or trace on a surface record data on a computer write or name the letters that comprise the conventionally accepted form of (a word or part of a word) create code, write a computer program set down in writing in any of various ways systematically collected and written down written as for a film or play or broadcast
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act an evil act not necessarily punishable by law
blockage of the intestine (especially the ileum) that prevents the contents of the intestine from passing to the lower bowel
relating to or affecting or functioning as a gland
the introduction of blood or blood plasma into a vein or artery the action of pouring a liquid from one vessel to another
in or near or toward a center or according to a central role or function
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belief about (or mental picture of) the future anticipating with confidence of fulfillment the feeling that something is about to happen the sum of the values of a random variable divided by the number of values
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the 8th letter of the Greek alphabet
a usually soluble substance for staining or coloring e.g. fabrics or hair color with dye
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approaching a particular destination; a coming closer; a narrowing of a gap a rule for limiting or ending debate in a deliberative body a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive incomplete objects as complete and to close or fill gaps and to perceive asymmetric stimuli as symmetric something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making an obstruction in a pipe or tube the act of blocking termination of operations terminate debate by calling for a vote
make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets
deem to be look at attentively connect closely and often incriminatingly
a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite
a neurochemical occurring naturally in the brain and having analgesic properties
make a prediction about; tell in advance indicate by signs
make a map of; show or establish the features of details of explore or survey for the purpose of making a map locate within a specific region of a chromosome in relation to known DNA or gene sequences plan, delineate, or arrange in detail depict as if on a map to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
an official written record of names or events or transactions
to consider or examine in speech or writing speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
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make visible make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret disclose directly or through prophets
an affliction in which some part of the body is misshapen or malformed something abnormal or anomalous
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a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it) the state of being connected an instrumentality that connects (usually plural) a person who is influential and to whom you are connected in some way (as by family or friendship) the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a connecting shape a supplier (especially of narcotics) shifting from one form of transportation to another the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
the body of faculty and students of a college an institution of higher education created to educate and grant degrees; often a part of a university a complex of buildings in which an institution of higher education is housed
drug (trade name Isordil) used to treat angina pectoris and congestive heart failure
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joining; forming an adjunct
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the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object the outermost level of the land or sea a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something information that has become public a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight come to the surface put a coat on; cover the surface of; furnish with a surface appear or become visible; make a showing
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fail to do something; leave something undone be unsuccessful disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake stop operating or functioning be unable judge unacceptable fail to get a passing grade fall short in what is expected become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close prove insufficient get worse
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
in a manner that is reproducible
(military) a person who freely enlists for service composition (often improvised) for a solo instrument (especially solo organ) and not a regular part of a religious service or musical performance of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled controlled by individual volition
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a person who operates a farm United States civil rights leader who in 1942 founded the Congress of Racial Equality (born in 1920) an expert on cooking whose cookbook has undergone many editions (1857-1915)
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired how something is done or how it happens how a result is obtained or an end is achieved a line leading to a place or point the condition of things generally a course of conduct any artifact consisting of a road or path affording passage from one place to another a journey or passage space for movement the property of distance in general doing as one pleases or chooses a general category of things; used in the expression `in the way of' a portion of something divided into shares
following in time or order
a new appraisal or evaluation an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play) a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment (accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data a variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians a periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art a summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion (law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court) practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory a formal or official examination look at again; examine again appraise critically hold a review (of troops) refresh one's memory look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events); remember
precise; explicit and clearly defined known for certain
a substance that retards or stops an activity
the region that is outside of something the outer side or surface of something relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit coming from the outside originating or belonging beyond some bounds:"the outside world" located, suited for, or taking place in the open air functioning outside the boundaries or precincts of an organized unit leading to or from the outside from or between other countries very unlikely on or toward an outer edge (of a baseball pitch) on the far side of home plate from the batter outside a building on the outside
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capable of being reproduced
spherical Gram-positive bacteria occurring in pairs or chains; cause e.g. scarlet fever and tonsillitis spherical Gram-positive bacteria occurring in pairs or chains; cause e.g. scarlet fever and tonsillitis
accomplishment of an objective the act of arriving at a certain place someone who arrives (or has arrived)
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an adrenal-cortex hormone (trade names Hydrocortone or Cortef) that is active in carbohydrate and protein metabolism
come into existence; take on form or shape bring into being begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc.
a chemical agent that is added to a chemical mixture to counteract the effects of impurities someone who collects things that have been discarded by others any animal that feeds on refuse and other decaying organic matter
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increase the effect of or act synergistically with (a drug or a physiological or biochemical phenomenon)
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the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-six and one being seven more than twenty
to a remarkable degree or extent
a state of deep and often prolonged unconsciousness; usually the result of disease or injury (botany) a usually terminal tuft of bracts (as in the pineapple) or tuft of hairs (especially on certain seeds) (astronomy) the luminous cloud of particles surrounding the frozen nucleus of a comet; forms as the comet approaches the sun and is warmed
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts an incorporated administrative district established by state charter people living in a large densely populated municipality
the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress come to pass; arrive, as in due course reach or enter a state, relation, condition, use, or position to be the product or result be found or available; The furniture comes unassembled" come forth be a native of extend or reach exist or occur in a certain point in a series cover a certain distance come under, be classified or included happen as a result add up in number or quantity develop into be received come to one's mind; suggest itself come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example proceed or get along experience orgasm have a certain priority
a relatively narrow strip of land (with water on both sides) connecting two larger land areas a cord-like tissue connecting two larger parts of an anatomical structure
(chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others an idea evoked by some experience a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent (mechanics) the equal and opposite force that is produced when any force is applied to a body a response that reveals a person's feelings or attitude extreme conservatism in political or social matters doing something in opposition to another way of doing it that you don't like
the act of acquiring something come into the possession of something concrete or abstract take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar win something through one's efforts gain knowledge or skills gain through experience
refrain from harming save or relieve from an experience or action give up what is not strictly needed use frugally or carefully furnish with spars fight with spurs box lightly fight verbally
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose an attainment that is successful a state of prosperity or fame a person with a record of successes
the extended spatial location of something a part of an animal that has a special function or is supplied by a given artery or nerve a large indefinite location on the surface of the Earth the approximate amount of something (usually used prepositionally as in `in the region of') a knowledge domain that you are interested in or are communicating about
the cardinal number that is the sum of twenty-two and one being three more than twenty
a sheet or band of tough fibrous tissue connecting bones or cartilages or supporting muscles or organs any connection or unifying bond
the spreading of something (a belief or practice) into new regions the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production the movement of a wave through a medium
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a muscle that draws a body part toward the median line
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force; every opportunity, an obligation; every possession, a duty"- John D.Rockefeller Jr work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons a government tax on imports or exports
remove by passing through a filter pass through run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment something that incites or provokes; a means of arousing or stirring to action needed encouragement
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a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect interest and variety and intensity the timbre of a musical sound a race with skin pigmentation different from the white race (especially Blacks) an outward or token appearance or form that is deliberately misleading any material used for its color (physics) the characteristic of quarks that determines their role in the strong interaction the appearance of objects (or light sources) described in terms of a person's perception of their hue and lightness (or brightness) and saturation add color to affect as in thought or feeling modify or bias decorate with colors give a deceptive explanation or excuse for change color, often in an undesired manner having or capable of producing colors
the act of continuing an activity without interruption a part added to a book or play that continues and extends it a Gestalt principle of organization holding that there is an innate tendency to perceive a line as continuing its established direction the consequence of being lengthened in duration
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government a group of organisms of the same type living or growing together one of the 13 British colonies that formed the original states of the United States a place where a group of people with the same interest or occupation are concentrated a geographical area politically controlled by a distant country (microbiology) a group of organisms grown from a single parent cell
an amount of time the interval taken to complete one cycle of a regularly repeating phenomenon (ice hockey) one of three divisions into which play is divided in hockey games a unit of geological time during which a system of rocks formed the end or completion of something the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations
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(statistics) the selection of a suitable sample for study items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population measurement at regular intervals of the amplitude of a varying waveform (in order to convert it to digital form) take a sample of
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and six being ten more than fifty
being one more than sixty
being two more than sixty
involving the use of histology or histological techniques
being four more than sixty
being five more than sixty
being six more than sixty
being seven more than sixty
being eight more than sixty
being nine more than sixty
the vessel that contains the seeds of a plant (not the seeds themselves) a several-seeded dehiscent fruit as e.g. of a leguminous plant a group of aquatic mammals a detachable container of fuel on an airplane take something out of its shell or pod produce pods, of plants
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chiefly perennial grasses of cool temperate regions
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medicine that prevents or retards the clotting of blood
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immunological disorder in which some part of the body's immune system is inadequate and resistance to infectious diseases is reduced
surgical removal of the stapes of the middle ear
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put, fix, force, or implant put into a bank account put (something somewhere) firmly
attributable to chance
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the cardinal number that is the product of one hundred and five denoting a quantity consisting of 500 items or units
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a piece of work that exploits or builds on earlier work an activity that continues something that has already begun or that repeats something that has already been done a subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment
not yet having been ascertained or determined not precisely determined or established; not fixed or known in advance not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought
a line leading to a place or point the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves a general course along which something has a tendency to develop something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action the act of managing something a message describing how something is to be done the act of setting and holding a course a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something the concentration of attention or energy on something
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a specialized part of a cell; analogous to an organ
the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant an amount of a product the consequence of some effort or action cause to bear fruit bear fruit
of or relating to or consisting of muscle having a robust muscular body-build characterized by predominance of structures (bone and muscle and connective tissue) developed from the embryonic mesodermal layer having or suggesting great physical power or force (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful
of or relating to the eye of or relating to ophthalmology
rupture in smooth muscle tissue through which a bodily structure protrudes
exercising caution or showing care or attention cautiously attentive unhurried and with care and dignity full of cares or anxiety mindful of the future in spending money
having no bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
(computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data forms of ceremony and etiquette observed by diplomats and heads of state code of correct conduct
someone who is licensed to operate an aircraft in flight a person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor a program exemplifying a contemplated series; intended to attract sponsors something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies small auxiliary gas burner that provides a flame to ignite a larger gas burner an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track operate an airplane act as the navigator in a car, plane, or vessel and plan, direct, plot the path and position of the conveyance
an occurrence of something a special set of circumstances a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy the actual state of things a portable container for carrying several objects a person requiring professional services a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures; someone who is an object of investigation a problem requiring investigation a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument the quantity contained in a case nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence a specific state of mind that is temporary a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities) a specific size and style of type within a type family an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part the housing or outer covering of something the enclosing frame around a door or window opening (printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home look over, usually with the intention to rob enclose in, or as if in, a case
a line that forms the length of an arrow pointer an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect a long rod or pole (especially the handle of an implement or the body of a weapon like a spear or arrow) a column of light (as from a beacon) the main (mid) section of a long bone obscene terms for penis a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon a vertical passageway through a building (as for an elevator) (architecture) upright consisting of the vertical part of a column a long vertical passage sunk into the earth, as for a mine or tunnel a revolving rod that transmits power or motion the hollow spine of a feather equip with a shaft defeat someone through trickery or deceit
of or relating to chromatography
any very large complex molecule; found only in plants and animals
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born after a gestation period of less than the normal time too soon or too hasty uncommonly early or before the expected time
lining consisting of material with a high melting point; used to line the inside walls of a furnace not responding to treatment temporarily unresponsive or not fully responsive to nervous or sexual stimuli stubbornly resistant to authority or control
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a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks
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a 10% solution of formaldehyde in water; used as a disinfectant or to preserve biological specimens
not giving satisfaction
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an unborn or unhatched vertebrate in the later stages of development showing the main recognizable features of the mature animal
bring two objects, ideas, or people together link together form a pair or pairs engage in sexual intercourse joined together especially in a pair or pairs connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks
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United States novelist who wrote about a young Black man and his struggles in American society (1914-1994)
a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions an event that departs from expectations
a pair who associate with one another a pair of people who live together a small indefinite number two items of the same kind (physics) something joined by two equal and opposite forces that act along parallel lines bring two objects, ideas, or people together link together form a pair or pairs engage in sexual intercourse
(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level
a person who has been converted to another religious or political belief change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy change the nature, purpose, or function of something change religious beliefs, or adopt a religious belief exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category cause to adopt a new or different faith score an extra point or points after touchdown by kicking the ball through the uprights or advancing the ball into the end zone complete successfully score (a spare) make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something exchange a penalty for a less severe one change in nature, purpose, or function; undergo a chemical change
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one of the bony prominences developed near the upper extremity of the femur to which muscles are attached
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writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) someone who originates or causes or initiates something be the author of
the distinctive form in which a thing is made container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens loose soil rich in organic matter the process of becoming mildewed a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter a dish or dessert that is formed in or on a mold a distinctive nature, character, or type sculpture produced by molding form in clay, wax, etc become moldy; spoil due to humidity form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold make something, usually for a specific function fit tightly, follow the contours of shape or influence; give direction to
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a written order directing a bank to pay money an appraisal of the state of affairs the bill in a restaurant the state of inactivity following an interruption additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct the act of inspecting or verifying a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard) the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess obstructing an opponent in ice hockey (chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition make an examination or investigation be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution put a check mark on or near or next to slow the growth or development of be verified or confirmed; pass inspection be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control consign for shipment on a vehicle hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey stop in a chase especially when scent is lost mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on decline to initiate betting hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of place into check write out a check on a bank account find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort verify by consulting a source or authority arrest the motion (of something) abruptly make cracks or chinks in become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
an event in which something is displaced without rotation a qualitative change the time period during which you are at work the act of changing one thing or position for another the act of moving from one place to another (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other a crew of workers who work for a specific period of time the key on the typewriter keyboard that shifts from lower-case letters to upper-case letters a woman's sleeveless undergarment a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist make a shift in or exchange of; then we switched" change place or direction move around move very slightly move from one setting or context to another change in quality move and exchange for another move sideways or in an unsteady way move abruptly use a shift key on a keyboard change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change change gears lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
a message that helps you remember something an experience that causes you to remember something someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided
involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit relating to the sciences dealing with matter and energy; especially physics having substance or material existence; perceptible to the senses according with material things or natural laws (other than those peculiar to living matter) characterized by energetic bodily activity impelled by physical force especially against resistance concerned with material things
something that happens at a given place and time a special set of circumstances a phenomenon located at a single point in space-time; the fundamental observational entity in relativity theory a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
the relative position or standing of things or especially persons in a society a state at a particular time
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a neoplasm of lymph tissue that is usually malignant; one of the four major types of cancer
relating to the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot
in a morphological manner; with regard to morphology
the act of refusing a message refusing to accept something that is offered
the operator of a motor vehicle someone who drives animals that pull a vehicle a golfer who hits the golf ball with a driver (computer science) a program that determines how a computer will communicate with a peripheral device a golf club (a wood) with a near vertical face that is used for hitting long shots from the tee
tissue that is taken from one site and grafted to another site on the same person
operate or control a vehicle travel or be transported in a vehicle cause someone or something to move by driving force into or from an action or state, either physically or metaphorically to compel or force or urge relentlessly or exert coercive pressure on, or motivate strongly cause to move back by force or influence compel somebody to do something, often against his own will or judgment push, propel, or press with force cause to move rapidly by striking or throwing with force strive and make an effort to reach a goal move into a desired direction of discourse have certain properties when driven work as a driver move by being propelled by a force urge forward proceed along in a vehicle strike with a driver, as in teeing off hit very hard, as by swinging a bat horizontally excavate horizontally cause to function by supplying the force or power for or by controlling hunting: search for game hunting: chase from cover into more open ground compelled forcibly by an outside agency urged or forced to action through moral pressure strongly motivated to succeed
a human being a human body (usually including the clothing) a grammatical category used in the classification of pronouns, possessive determiners, and verb forms according to whether they indicate the speaker, the addressee, or a third party
relating to the sense of equilibrium
come into existence; take on form or shape originate or come into being rise to one's feet result or issue move upward take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance get up and out of bed
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence lay aside, abandon, or leave for another change clothes; put on different clothes exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category give to, and receive from, one another change from one vehicle or transportation line to another become deeper in tone remove or replace the coverings of marked by continuous change or effective action
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have confidence or faith in
abstaining from food abstain from certain foods, as for religious or medical reasons abstain from eating
any of a large variety of proteins normally present in the body or produced in response to an antigen which it neutralizes, thus producing an immune response
the act of inhaling; the drawing in of air (or other gases) as in breathing a medication to be taken by inhaling it
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make small or insignificant represent as less significant or important cause to seem less serious; play down
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the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced the condition of being comfortable or relieved (especially after being relieved of distress) (law) redress awarded by a court someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult) assistance in time of difficulty a pause for relaxation a change for the better aid for the aged or indigent or handicapped the act of reducing something unpleasant (as pain or annoyance) sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background the act of freeing a city or town that has been besieged
an abstract part of something something determined in relation to something that includes it an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system
have confidence or faith in
lack of ability (especially mental ability) to do something lacking the power to perform
a coming to an end of a contract period a place where something ends or is complete something that results the end of a word (a suffix or inflectional ending or final morpheme) the act of ending something
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process a type of product a person who poses for a photographer or painter or sculptor representation of something (sometimes on a smaller scale) something to be imitated someone worthy of imitation a representative form or pattern a woman who wears clothes to display fashions the act of representing something (usually on a smaller scale) plan or create according to a model or models form in clay, wax, etc assume a posture as for artistic purposes display (clothes) as a mannequin create a representation or model of construct a model of worthy of imitation
an antibiotic produced by the actinomycete Streptomyces griseus and used to treat tuberculosis
a soft grey ductile metallic element used in alloys; occurs in niobite; formerly called columbium a Latin phrase (or its abbreviation) used to indicate that special attention should be paid to something
the entire structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being) a group of persons associated by some common tie or occupation and regarded as an entity a natural object consisting of a dead animal or person an individual 3-dimensional object that has mass and that is distinguishable from other objects the body excluding the head and neck and limbs a collection of particulars considered as a system the property of holding together and retaining its shape the central message of a communication the main mass of a thing a resonating chamber in a musical instrument (as the body of a violin) the external structure of a vehicle invest with or as with a body; give body to
show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for show to be right by providing justification or proof defend, explain, clear away, or make excuses for by reasoning let off the hook adjust the spaces between words
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a yellow trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; occurs in monazite and bastnasite in association with cerium and lanthanum and praseodymium a state of north central United States bordering on Canada
direct the course; determine the direction of travelling take somebody somewhere be a guiding or motivating force or drive use as a guide pass over, across, or through subject to guidance or control especially after launching
something done (usually as opposed to something said) the state of being active a military engagement a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the series of events that form a plot the trait of being active and energetic and forceful the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong an act by a government body or supranational organization the most important or interesting work or activity in a specific area or field institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against put in effect
a colorless odorless gaseous element that give a red glow in a vacuum tube; one of the six inert gasses; occurs in the air in small amounts the compass point midway between north and east; at 45 degrees a midwestern state on the Great Plains
a mass of fungal tissue that has spore-bearing structures embedded in it or on it the dense colorless framework of a chloroplast the supporting tissue of an organ (as opposed to parenchyma)
acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity effected by force or injury rather than natural causes (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid characterized by violence or bloodshed
the act of terminating a life the destruction of an enemy plane or ship or tank or missile cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in
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a discrimination between things as different and distinct the mathematical process of obtaining the derivative of a function (biology) the structural adaptation of some body part for a particular function
of or relating to behavior
membranous tissue covering internal organs and other internal surfaces of the body
a solution that conducts electricity
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equally distant from the extremes at a point midway between two extremes including only half or a portion at half the distance; at the middle
take a sample of
a blemish made by dirt an act that brings discredit to the person who does it dry (ink) with blotting paper make a spot or mark onto
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a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)
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give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect seem to be true, probable, or apparent appear to exist appear to one's own mind or opinion
take exception to prevent from being included or considered or accepted
the folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface (biology) growth in the surface area of a cell by the deposit of new particles between existing particles in the cell wall
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a group of countries in special alliance
an essential amino acid found in proteins that is important for the growth and repair of tissue
a small part of something intended as representative of the whole items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population all or part of a natural object that is collected and preserved as an example of its class take a sample of
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a round bump on a bone where it forms a joint with another bone
make a break in throw into disorder interfere in someone else's activity
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a domain in which something is dominant a country with a king as head of state the domain ruled by a king or queen a monarchy with a king or queen as head of state the highest taxonomic group into which organisms are grouped; one of five biological categories: Monera or Protoctista or Plantae or Fungi or Animalia a basic group of natural objects
the act of terminating a life the destruction of an enemy plane or ship or tank or missile cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly thwart the passage of end or extinguish by forceful means be fatal be the source of great pain for overwhelm with hilarity, pleasure, or admiration hit with so much force as to make a return impossible, in racket games hit with great force deprive of life cause the death of, without intention drink down entirely mark for deletion, rub off, or erase tire out completely cause to cease operating destroy a vitally essential quality of or in
a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War one of the British colonies that formed the United States a town in northeastern Minnesota in the heart of the Mesabi Range
a solution that conducts electricity
having dissimilar alleles at corresponding chromosomal loci
determine beforehand cause to be biased set in advance
an amino acid that does not occur in proteins but is important in the formation of urea
a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to an ordered list of times at which things are planned to occur plan for an activity or event make a schedule; plan the time and place for events
place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" prevent from leaving or from being removed close in; darkness enclosed him" deprive of freedom; take into confinement to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement not invading healthy tissue not free to move about being in captivity
consider or hold as true receive willingly something given or offered give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to react favorably to; consider right and proper admit into a group or community take on as one's own the expenses or debts of another person tolerate or accommodate oneself to be designed to hold or take receive (a report) officially, as from a committee make use of or accept for some purpose be sexually responsive to, used of a female domesticated mammal generally approved or compelling recognition
make right or correct make reparations or amends for censure severely adjust for punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience go down in value alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard treat a defect
the degree to which something is poisonous grave harmfulness or deadliness
a close personal relationship that forms between people (as between husband and wife or parent and child) (dentistry) a technique for repairing a tooth; resinous material is applied to the surface of the tooth where it adheres to the tooth's enamel fastening firmly together stick to firmly create social or emotional ties issue bonds on bring together in a common cause or emotion
a mark (') placed above a vowel to indicate pronunciation having or experiencing a rapid onset and short but severe course extremely sharp or intense having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions of an angle; less than 90 degrees ending in a sharp point of critical importance and consequence
a compound that exists in forms having different arrangements of atoms but the same molecular weight
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(nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything a body having finite mass and internal structure but negligible dimensions a function word that can be used in English to form phrasal verbs
similar to or containing or dissolved in water produced by the action of water
an organization concerned to preserve historic monuments and buildings and places of historical interest or natural beauty; founded in 1895 and supported by endowment and private subscription
cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight
restricted to something in a stringent manner in a rigorous manner
a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity
blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
of or relating to or used in or practicing neurology
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in a differential manner
cut down on; make a reduction in make less complex bring to humbler or weaker state or condition simplify the form of a mathematical equation of expression by substituting one term for another lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation be the essential element reduce in size; reduce physically lessen and make more modest make smaller to remove oxygen from a compound, or cause to react with hydrogen or form a hydride, or to undergo an increase in the number of electrons narrow or limit put down by force or intimidation undergo meiosis reposition (a broken bone after surgery) back to its normal site destress and thus weaken a sound when pronouncing it reduce in scope while retaining essential elements be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture take off weight made less in size or amount or degree well below normal (especially in price)
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acute spasmodic pain along the course of one or more nerves
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an extravasated liquid (blood or lymph or urine); the product of extravasation (of volcanos) pouring out fumes or lava (or a deposit so formed) the process of exuding or passing out of a vessel into surrounding tissues; said of blood or lymph or urine
a business relation in which two parties compete to gain customers an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants the act of competing as for profit or a prize the contestant you hope to defeat
remove or draw away by the force of suction empty or clean (a body cavity) by the force of suction
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a chemical agent for use in chemical reactions
a set of data arranged in rows and columns a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs a piece of furniture with tableware for a meal laid out on it flat tableland with steep edges a company of people assembled at a table for a meal or game food or meals in general hold back to a later time arrange or enter in tabular form
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constituting the undiminished entirety; lacking nothing essential especially not damaged (of a woman) having the hymen unbroken (used of domestic animals) sexually competent undamaged in any way
something added to another thing but not an essential part of it a person who is an assistant or subordinate to another a construction that can be used to extend the meaning of a word or phrase but is not one of the main constituents of a sentence
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
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a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling the prevailing psychological state verb inflections that express how the action or state is conceived by the speaker
established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules of or relating to jurisprudence having legal efficacy or force relating to or characteristic of the profession of law allowed by official rules
the act of decreasing something markedly the state of being depleted
give something useful or necessary to give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance determine (what is to happen in certain contingencies), especially by including a proviso condition or stipulation mount or put up make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain supply means of subsistence; earn a living take measures in preparation for
someone whose business is to supply a particular service or commodity someone who provides the means for subsistence
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condition in which the penis is continually erect; usually painful and seldom with sexual arousal
an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
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a training program in which a person is given information about physiological processes (heart rate or blood pressure) that is not normally available with the goal of gaining conscious control of them
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put an end to a state or an activity give up or retire from a position go away or leave turn away from; give up give up in the face of defeat of lacking hope; admit defeat
the organ that bears the ovules of a flower (vertebrates) one of usually two organs that produce ova and secrete estrogen and progesterone
a material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms
through the unbroken skin; refers to medications applied directly to the skin (creams or ointments) or in time-release forms (skin patches)
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be present or associated with an event or entity go or travel along with perform an accompaniment to be a companion to somebody
the presence of endometrium elsewhere than in the lining of the uterus; causes premenstrual pain and dysmenorrhea
a fibrous scleroprotein that occurs in the outer layer of the skin and in horny tissues such as hair, feathers, nails, and hooves
the process of making a radiograph; producing an image on a radiosensitive surface by radiation other than visible light photography that uses other kinds of radiation than visible light
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a photographic image produced on a radiosensitive surface by radiation other than visible light (especially by X-rays or gamma rays)
loss of the ability to move a body part
to consider or examine in speech or writing speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
a major river of western Siberia; flows generally northward and westward to the Gulf of Ob and the Kara Sea the branch of medicine dealing with childbirth and care of the mother
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disparaging terms for small people any of various edible decapod crustaceans small slender-bodied chiefly marine decapod crustaceans with a long tail and single pair of pincers; many species are edible fish for shrimp
a basal part of the diencephalon governing autonomic nervous system
health care for the aged; a federally administered system of health insurance available to persons aged 65 and over
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the strength of a solution; number of molecules of a substance in a given volume the spatial property of being crowded together strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing diluting material increase in density complete attention; intense mental effort bringing together military forces great and constant diligence and attention
an athletic competition in which a disk-shaped object is thrown as far as possible a disk used in throwing competitions to consider or examine in speech or writing speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
a mouth or mouthlike opening a hard brittle blue-grey or blue-black metallic element that is one of the platinum metals; the heaviest metal known (computer science) software that controls the execution of computer programs and may provide various services the left eye rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust the 15th letter of the Roman alphabet the blood group whose red cells carry neither the A nor B antigens
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subnormal body temperature
(chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others an idea evoked by some experience a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent (mechanics) the equal and opposite force that is produced when any force is applied to a body a response that reveals a person's feelings or attitude extreme conservatism in political or social matters doing something in opposition to another way of doing it that you don't like
the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information something that is communicated by or to or between people or groups a connection allowing access between persons or places
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informal terms for a mother a master's degree in arts and sciences one thousandth of an ampere a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies
anesthesia of the lower half of the body; caused by injury to the spinal cord or by injecting an anesthetic beneath the arachnoid membrane that surrounds the spinal cord of or relating to the spine or spinal cord
a movement upward organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another move upward increase in value or to a higher point rise to one's feet rise up come to the surface come into existence; take on form or shape move to a better position in life or to a better job go up or advance become more extreme get up and out of bed rise in rank or status become heartened or elated exert oneself to meet a challenge take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance increase in volume come up, of celestial bodies return from the dead advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status sloping upward coming to maturity newly come into prominence
surgical removal of part or all of the larynx (usually to treat cancer of the larynx)
partial displacement of a joint or organ
to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds talk over conjecturally, or review in an idle or casual way and with an element of doubt or without sufficient reason to reach a conclusion reflect deeply on a subject invest at a risk
in theory; according to the assumed facts in a theoretical manner
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the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel
a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality the result of improving something the process of removing impurities (as from oil or metals or sugar etc.) a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste
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surgical removal of a lobe from any organ of the body (as the lung or brain)
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another an obstacle on a golf course put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation put at risk take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
of or relating to bodily fluids
grow in a special preparation marked by refinement in taste and manners
spreading widely or driving off the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume the act of dispersing or diffusing something
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard (of rules) stringently enforced characterized by strictness, severity, or restraint incapable of compromise or flexibility severe and unremitting in making demands
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capable of being detected easily seen or detected
of or containing nitrogen
become worse or disintegrate grow worse
without speed (`slow' is sometimes used informally for `slowly') in music
a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Feldene) used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory conditions
(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs forceful exertion enterprising or ambitious drive an imaginative lively style (especially style of writing) a healthy capacity for vigorous activity any source of usable power the federal department responsible for maintaining a national energy policy of the United States; created in 1977
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German neurologist best known for his studies of aphasia (1848-1905)
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people) (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare a long fixed look the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) a feeling of friendship and esteem an attitude of admiration or esteem deem to be look at attentively connect closely and often incriminatingly
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characterized by or performed with much energy or force taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance
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contribute to the progress or growth of give a promotion to or assign to a higher position make publicity for; try to sell (a product) be changed for a superior chess or checker piece change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent
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acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly (used of timepieces) indicating a time ahead of or later than the correct time at a rapid tempo (of surfaces) conducive to rapid speeds resistant to destruction or fading unrestrained by convention or morality hurried and brief securely fixed in place unwavering in devotion to friend or vow or cause (of a photographic lens or emulsion) causing a shortening of exposure time more quickly
loss of the myelin covering of some nerve fibers resulting in their impaired function
a place where something ends or is complete the ultimate goal for which something is done (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome either end of a railroad or bus route station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose be pertinent or relevant or applicable ask (for something) apply to a surface be applicable to; as to an analysis give or convey physically avail oneself to ensure observance of laws and rules;  refer (a word or name) to a person or thing apply oneself to
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an enzyme found in saliva and sweat and tears that destroys the cell walls of certain bacteria
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narrow-leaved green herbage: grown as lawns; used as pasture for grazing animals; cut and dried as hay German writer of novels and poetry and plays (born 1927) a police informer who implicates many people bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle street names for marijuana shoot down, of birds cover with grass spread out clothes on the grass to let it dry and bleach cover with grass feed with grass give away information about somebody
taking a vaccine as a precaution against contracting a disease
with strength or in a strong manner in a powerful manner
a cholinergic drug (trade name Prostigmin) used to treat some ophthalmic conditions and to treat myasthenia gravis
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of or relating to the immune response of the body against substance normally present in the body
a colorless crystalline alkaloid derived from tea leaves or made synthetically; used in medicine as a bronchial dilator
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the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus a strong liking delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values) a brief experience of something a small amount eaten or drunk the faculty of distinguishing sweet, sour, bitter, and salty properties in the mouth a kind of sensing; distinguishing substances by means of the taste buds have flavor; taste of something perceive by the sense of taste take a sample of have a distinctive or characteristic taste distinguish flavors experience briefly
the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule
the spreading of a disease (especially cancer) to another part of the body
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of or relating to or near the part of the back between the ribs and the hipbones
a gathering of persons representative of some larger group a temporary military unit possible but not certain to occur determined by conditions or circumstances that follow uncertain because of uncontrollable circumstances
a cell in the basal layer of the epidermis that produces melanin under the control of the melanocyte-stimulating hormone
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exercise authoritative control or power over lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits handle and cause to function control (others or oneself) or influence skillfully, usually to one's advantage check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard verify by using a duplicate register for comparison be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds
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not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth not in accord with established usage or procedure (of a word or expression) not agreeing with grammatical principles characterized by errors; not agreeing with a model or not following established rules; the wrong side of the road"
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an antihypertensive drug (trade name Apresoline) that dilates blood vessels; used (often with a diuretic) to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure
(especially of human beings) at the age immediately before puberty; often marked by accelerated growth
the organic chemistry of compounds and processes occurring in organisms; the effort to understand biology within the context of chemistry
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frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor
one of the five major classes of immunoglobulins; the main antibody defense against bacteria
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an instance of becoming narrow a decrease in width the act of making something narrower make or become more narrow or restricted define clearly become more focus on an area of activity or field of study become tight or as if tight becoming gradually narrower (of circumstances) tending to constrict freedom
a communist state in Indochina on the South China Sea; achieved independence from France in 1945 a prolonged war (1954-1975) between the communist armies of North Vietnam who were supported by the Chinese and the armies of South Vietnam who were supported by the United States
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one being one more than four
one of the most common of the five major classes of immunoglobulins; the chief antibody in the membranes of the gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts
a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administered in large amounts as an antidote for organophosphate nerve agents or organophosphate insecticides
one of the five major classes of immunoglobulins; involved in fighting blood infections and in triggering production of immunoglobulin G
an abnormal condition of the lungs marked by decreased respiratory function; associated with smoking or chronic bronchitis or old age
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the state of not being susceptible (medicine) the condition in which an organism can resist disease the quality of being unaffected by something an act exempting someone
a variation that deviates from the standard or norm the difference between an observed value and the expected value of a variable or function the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances deviate behavior a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
express the need or desire for; ask for ask (a person) to do something inquire for (information) asked for
for a short time in a concise manner; in a few words
(of securities) not traded on a stock exchange
a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra
accomplished by collaboration
a separately printed article that originally appeared in a larger publication a garment that can be purchased separately and worn in combinations with other garments act as a barrier between; stand between force, take, or pull apart mark as different separate into parts or portions divide into components or constituents arrange or order by classes or categories make a division or separation discontinue an association or relation; go different ways go one's own way; move apart become separated into pieces or fragments treat differently on the basis of sex or race come apart divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork independent; not united or joint standing apart; not attached to or supported by anything separated according to race, sex, class, or religion have the connection undone; having become separate
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have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of
an antibiotic (trade name Achromycin) derived from microorganisms of the genus Streptomyces and used broadly to treat infections
of or relating to attention
a part of the cell containing DNA and RNA and responsible for growth and reproduction the positively charged dense center of an atom a small group of indispensable persons or things (astronomy) the center of the head of a comet; consists of small solid particles of ice and frozen gas that vaporizes on approaching the sun to form the coma and tail any histologically identifiable mass of neural cell bodies in the brain or spinal cord the central structure of the lens that is surrounded by the cortex
have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of enclosed in the same envelope or package
a person's partner in marriage
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not responding to some influence or stimulus aloof or indifferent not susceptible to suggestion or influence
the degree to which something is toxic to living cells
in a clinical manner
having identical parts on each side of an axis affecting or undertaken by two parties having two sides or parts
a telephone connection a special disposition (as if from a divine source) to pursue a particular course a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition a demand especially in the phrase "the call of duty" the characteristic sound produced by a bird a brief social visit a demand by a broker that a customer deposit enough to bring his margin up to the minimum requirement a demand for a show of hands in a card game a request an instruction that interrupts the program being executed a visit in an official or professional capacity (sports) the decision made by an umpire or referee the option to buy a given stock (or stock index or commodity future) at a given price before a given date assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone utter a sudden loud cry order, request, or command to come pay a brief visit call a meeting; invite or command to meet read aloud to check for omissions or absentees send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message utter a characteristic note or cry stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name make a stop in a harbour demand payment of (a loan) make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance indicate a decision in regard to make a prediction about; tell in advance require the presentation of for redemption before maturation challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal order or request or give a command for order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role utter in a loud voice or announce challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of consider or regard as being rouse somebody from sleep with a call
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make an investment give qualities or abilities to furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors provide with power and authority place ceremoniously or formally in an office or position
the likelihood of a thing occurring rather than not occurring the ratio by which one better's wager is greater than that of another
the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes a line on a graph representing data a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.) turn sharply; change direction abruptly extend in curves and turns form an arch or curve bend or cause to bend form a curl, curve, or kink
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someone who controls resources and expenditures member of a board of directors someone who supervises the actors and directs the action in the production of a show the person who directs the making of a film the person who leads a musical group
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a midwestern state in central United States; a border state during the American Civil War, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy without actually seceding from the Union the longest river in the United States; arises in Montana and flows southeastward to become a tributary of the Mississippi at Saint Louis a member of the Siouan people formerly inhabiting the valley of the Missouri river in Missouri a dialect of the Chiwere language spoken by the Missouri
money paid out; an amount spent the act of spending money for goods or services the act of consuming something
a salt or ester of citric acid cause to form a salt or ester of citric acid
move from one country or region to another and settle there move periodically or seasonally
neoplasm of plasma cells (usually in bone marrow)
an insertion into a calendar occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus (a loose clot or air bubble or other particle)
a house with two units sharing a common wall an apartment having rooms on two floors that are connected by a staircase change into a duplex (used technically of a device or process) having two parts allowing communication in opposite directions simultaneously
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a skin condition marked by an overgrowth of layers of horny skin
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable be without
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a flat wing-shaped process or winglike part of an organism a wing of an insect
antidiabetic consisting of any of several drugs that reduce the level of glucose in the blood; used to treat diabetes mellitus
of or relating to or involving or used in surgery relating to or requiring or amenable to treatment by surgery especially as opposed to medicine performed with great precision
sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate (computer science) a memory device consisting of a flat disk covered with a magnetic coating on which information is stored a flat circular plate
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the state of being invaded or overrun by parasites a swarm of insects that attack plants
to travel behind, go after, come after be later in time come as a logical consequence; follow logically travel along a certain course act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes come after in time, as a result behave in accordance or in agreement with be next choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans to bring something about at a later time than imitate in behavior; take as a model follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something follow with the eyes or the mind be the successor (of) perform an accompaniment to keep informed to be the product or result accept and follow the leadership or command or guidance of adhere to or practice work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function keep under surveillance follow in or as if in pursuit grasp the meaning keep to
angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
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a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits
type genus of Bacteroidaceae; genus of Gram-negative rodlike anaerobic bacteria producing no endospores and no pigment and living in the gut of man and animals
any high mountain
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a compound made artificially by chemical reactions not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially involving or of the nature of synthesis (combining separate elements to form a coherent whole) as opposed to analysis systematic combining of root and modifying elements into single words of a proposition whose truth value is determined by observation or facts artificial as if portrayed in a film not genuine or natural
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skin tumor that grows rapidly (especially in older people) and resembles a carcinoma but does not spread; it usually disappears spontaneously, often leaving a scar
a protective covering that protects an inside surface a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment providing something with a surface of a different material the act of attaching an inside lining (to a garment or curtain etc.) be in line with; form a line along cover the interior of make a mark or lines on a surface mark with lines fill plentifully reinforce with fabric
cause to experience or suffer or make liable or vulnerable to make accountable for make subservient; force to submit or subdue refer for judgment or consideration
someone who takes part in an activity a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
a potent substance that acts like a hormone and is found in many bodily tissues (and especially in semen); produced in response to trauma and may affect blood pressure and metabolism and smooth muscle activity
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relating to or containing bile relating to the bile ducts or the gallbladder
a person's brother or sister
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the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward) a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view the act of making something publicly available; presenting news or other information by broadcasting or printing it the act of presenting a proposal a visual representation of something formally making a person known to another or to the public (obstetrics) position of the fetus in the uterus relative to the birth canal
of or relating to or resembling an axon
any specific behavior the state of being active an organic process that takes place in the body (chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically
happiness felt in a secure relationship be owned by; be in the possession of be suitable or acceptable be in the right place or situation be rightly classified in a class or category be a member, adherent, inhabitant, etc. (of a group, organization, or place) be a part or adjunct
the chief solid component of mammalian urine; synthesized from ammonia and carbon dioxide and used as fertilizer and in animal feed and in plastics
make into a whole or make part of a whole include or contain; have as a component form a corporation unite or merge with something already in existence formed or united into a whole
something inferior in quality or condition or effect (comparative of `bad') inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability changed for the worse in health or fitness having undesirable or negative qualities very intense feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone not capable of being collected below average in quality or performance nonstandard not financially safe or secure physically unsound or diseased capable of harming characterized by wickedness or immorality reproduced fraudulently not working properly (comparative of `ill') in a less effective or successful or desirable manner
open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead open to question uncertain as a sign or indication
a terrorist organization that seeks to overthrow the government dominated by Tutsi and to institute Hutu control again located at a great distance in time or space or degree being of a considerable distance or length being the animal or vehicle on the right or being on the right side of an animal or vehicle beyond a norm in opinion or actions to a considerable degree; very much at or to or from a great distance in space at or to a certain point or degree remote in time to an advanced stage or point
one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen
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a soft greasy substance occurring in organic tissue and consisting of a mixture of lipids (mostly triglycerides) a kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; it also cushions and insulates vital organs excess bodily weight make fat or plump having an (over)abundance of flesh having a relatively large diameter containing or composed of fat lucrative marked by great fruitfulness
the concentration of attention or energy on something maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea a central point or locus of an infection in an organism special emphasis attached to something a point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges a fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section direct one's attention on something cause to converge on or toward a central point bring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions become focussed or come into focus put (an image) into focus; we cannot enjoy the movie"
a major division of the vertebrate brain; situated above the medulla oblongata and beneath the cerebrum in humans
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a male human offspring the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus)
the least favorable outcome the greatest damage or wickedness of which one is capable the weakest effort or poorest achievement one is capable of defeat thoroughly (superlative of `bad') most wanting in quality or value or condition having undesirable or negative qualities very intense feeling physical discomfort or pain (`tough' is occasionally used colloquially for `bad') (of foodstuffs) not in an edible or usable condition feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone not capable of being collected below average in quality or performance nonstandard not financially safe or secure physically unsound or diseased capable of harming characterized by wickedness or immorality reproduced fraudulently not working properly to the highest degree of inferiority or badness
extremely pleasing
rod-shaped Gram-negative enterobacteria; cause typhoid fever and food poisoning; can be used as a bioweapon
do away with prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening
interact in a certain way subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition provide treatment for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression provide with a gift or entertainment provide with choice or abundant food or drink engage in negotiations in order to reach an agreement regard or consider in a specific way
pertaining to the space between two vertebrae
any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action
a database containing an ordered array of items (names or topics) the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of include in a list cause to lean to the side tilt to one side enumerate
lengthen in time; cause to be or last longer lengthen or extend in duration or space relatively long in duration; tediously protracted drawn out or made longer spatially
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not having or involving sex
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an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event an integrated course of academic studies a radio or television show (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation write a computer program arrange a program of or for
a light sharp contact (usually with something flexible) a short stroke a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement flash intermittently look through a book or other written material cause to move with a flick throw or toss with a quick motion shine unsteadily twitch or flutter cause to make a snapping sound touch or hit with a light, quick blow remove with a flick (of the hand)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose engage or hire for work
any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible one who reveals confidential information in return for money a pad (usually made of hair) worn as part of a woman's coiffure desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
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the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system one of four playing cards in a deck with ten pips on the face being one more than nine
bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water a light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree extensively cultivated in e.g. China and Japan and India; source of tea leaves a reception or party at which tea is served dried leaves of the tea shrub; used to make tea
quality of being easily damaged or destroyed lack of physical strength
the starting place for each hole on a golf course support holding a football on end and above the ground preparatory to the kickoff a short peg put into the ground to hold a golf ball off the ground place on a tee connect with a tee
the working together of two things (muscles or drugs for example) to produce an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects
a photographic image produced on a radiosensitive surface by radiation other than visible light (especially by X-rays or gamma rays)
a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis the relative speed of progress or change a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of
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the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) an arrangement scheme something intended as a guide for making something else a decorative or artistic work an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something the creation of something in the mind make or work out a plan for; devise plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form create designs conceive or fashion in the mind; invent intend or have as a purpose
process or manner of functioning or operating perform as expected when applied serve a purpose, role, or function perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function performing or able to perform its regular function
an external body part that projects from the body an extreme condition or state (especially of adversity or disease) the greatest or utmost degree the outermost or farthest region or point that part of a limb that is farthest from the torso
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a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes be a substitute
giving an advantage appropriate for achieving a particular end; implies a lack of concern for fairness
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system the rays of the sun a person considered as a source of warmth or energy or glory etc any star around which a planetary system revolves first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians expose one's body to the sun expose to the rays of the sun or affect by exposure to the sun
a quantity of money a quantity obtained by the addition of a group of numbers the final aggregate the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the whole amount a set containing all and only the members of two or more given sets be a summary of determine the sum of
a document stating the facts and points of law of a client's case a condensed written summary or abstract give essential information to someone of short duration or distance concise and succinct (of clothing) very short
an electrical load that exceeds the available electrical power an excessive burden become overloaded fill to excess so that function is impaired place too much a load on
leather that has had its grain pattern accentuated a dense crowd of people temporary love of an adolescent the act of crushing come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition come out better in a competition, race, or conflict break into small pieces humiliate or depress completely crush or bruise make ineffective become injured, broken, or distorted by pressure
an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint something a little different from others of the same type a written work (as a novel) that has been recast in a new form a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something manual turning of a fetus in the uterus (usually to aid delivery)
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways the arrangement of the body and its limbs a theatrical pose created for effect position of aircraft or spacecraft relative to a frame of reference (the horizon or direction of motion)
of or relating to or containing large star-shaped cells in the neuroglia
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a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel) large but transportable armament a person who shoots a gun (as regards their ability) a professional killer who uses a gun a hand-operated pump that resembles a revolver; forces grease into parts of a machine a pedal that controls the throttle valve the discharge of a firearm as signal or as a salute in military ceremonies shoot with a gun
give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause dedicate set aside or apart for a specific purpose or use zealous in devotion or affection (followed by `to') dedicated exclusively to a purpose or use
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a prediction about how something (as the weather) will develop a prediction of the course of a disease
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the quality or state of being eligible
definitely or positively (`sure' is sometimes used informally for `surely')
the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation manner of acting or controlling yourself
training for a new occupation teach new skills train again
make more compact by or as if by pressing squeeze or press together pressed tightly together reduced in volume by pressure flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes)
(physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers (physics) the exponential return of a system to equilibrium after a disturbance a feeling of refreshing tranquility and an absence of tension or worry an occurrence of control or strength weakening freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) a method of solving simultaneous equations by guessing a solution and then reducing the errors that result by successive approximations until all the errors are less than some specified amount the act of making less strict
a line leading to a place or point the spatial relation between something and the course along which it points or moves a general course along which something has a tendency to develop something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action the act of managing something a message describing how something is to be done the act of setting and holding a course a formal statement of a command or injunction to do something the concentration of attention or energy on something
a physician specializing in obstetrics
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of make mention of observe with care or pay close attention to watch attentively show respect towards behave as expected during of holidays or rites follow with the eyes or the mind stick to correctly or closely conform one's action or practice to quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important the amount by which something increases
the act of arousing a state of heightened physiological activity awakening from sleep mutual sexual fondling prior to sexual intercourse
capable of being identified
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make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen consent to, give permission let have give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something afford possibility allow the other (baseball) team to score grant as a discount or in exchange allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
an unforeseen or unexpected or surprising difficulty a trap in the form of a concealed hole
the physical property of being inflexible and hard to bend the property of moving with pain or difficulty firm resoluteness in purpose or opinion or action the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment) excessive sternness
the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen the act of choosing or selecting
make long or longer by pulling and stretching drawn out or made longer spatially having notably more length than width; being long and slender
a person authorized to act for another a power of attorney document given by shareholders of a corporation authorizing a specific vote on their behalf at a corporate meeting
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your usual mood the act or means of getting rid of something an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others a natural or acquired habit or characteristic tendency in a person or thing
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happening unexpectedly quickly and without warning on impulse; without premeditation
of or relating to or constituting vertebrae
French otologist who first described a form of vertigo now known as Meniere's disease and identified the semicircular canals as the site of the lesion (1799-1862)
muscle extending from the temporal fossa to the coronoid process of the mandible; acts to raise the mandible and close the jaws
the act of consuming food the act of supplying food and nourishment provide as food give food to feed into; supply introduce continuously support or promote take in food; used of animals only serve as food for; be the food for move along, of liquids profit from in an exploitatory manner gratify provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to
relating or belonging to the class of compounds not having a carbon basis lacking the properties characteristic of living organisms
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one whose behavior departs substantially from the norm of a group markedly different from an accepted norm
having toothlike projections in the margin
continue talking move ahead; travel onward in time or space follow a procedure or take a course follow a certain course continue a certain state, condition, or activity
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the property being vascular
a spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain pass out from weakness, physical or emotional distress due to a loss of blood supply to the brain deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc lacking clarity or distinctness lacking strength or vigor weak and likely to lose consciousness indistinctly understood or felt or perceived lacking conviction or boldness or courage
of or relating to fiber optics
an ACE inhibiting drug (trade names Prinival or Zestril) administered as an antihypertensive and after heart attacks
(surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient the practice of offering something (usually money) in order to gain an illicit advantage the act of grafting something onto something else cause to grow together parts from different plants place the organ of a donor into the body of a recipient
a young person of either sex of lesser importance or stature or rank lesser in scope or effect inferior in number or size or amount of a scale or mode not of legal age of lesser seriousness or danger of your secondary field of academic concentration or specialization of the younger of two boys with the same family name warranting only temporal punishment limited in size or scope
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a level tract of land a shallow box in which seedlings are started a musical notation indicating one half step lower than the note named freight car without permanent sides or roof a deflated pneumatic tire scenery consisting of a wooden frame covered with painted canvas; part of a stage setting a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another having a relatively broad surface in relation to depth or thickness not modified or restricted by reservations stretched out and lying at full length along the ground lacking contrast or shading between tones (of a musical note) lowered in pitch by one chromatic semitone flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes) lacking taste or flavor or tang lacking stimulating characteristics; uninteresting having lost effervescence sounded or spoken in a tone unvarying in pitch horizontally level lacking the expected range or depth; not designed to give an illusion or depth not reflecting light; not glossy commercially inactive with flat sails in a forthright manner; candidly or frankly
Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine an ancient kingdom of the Hebrew tribes at the southeastern end of the Mediterranean Sea; founded by Saul around 1025 BC and destroyed by the Assyrians in 721 BC
the quantity of an active agent (substance or radiation) taken in or absorbed at any one time a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time
late-occurring (especially with reference to symptoms of a disease)
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(mathematics) a symbol or function representing a mathematical operation an agent that operates some apparatus or machine someone who owns or operates a business a shrewd or unscrupulous person who knows how to circumvent difficulties a speculator who trades aggressively on stock or commodity markets
surgical incision into the cornea
(ophthalmology) impaired eyesight resulting usually from irregular conformation of the cornea; common in nearsighted people (optics) defect in an optical system in which light rays from a single point fail to converge in a single focal point
make fit for, or change to suit a new purpose adapt or conform oneself to new or different conditions
a chemical substance derivable from a mold or bacterium that can kill microorganisms and cure bacterial infections
the hole where a key is inserted
thin in diameter; resembling a thread
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar apprehended with certainty
of or relating to the cochlea of the ear
a harsh mixture of sounds strife resulting from a lack of agreement
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a mistake in printed matter resulting from mechanical failures of some kind
in an intense manner
a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced the act of regarding as equal
flow off gradually deplete of resources empty of liquid; drain the liquid from make weak having a debilitating effect
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tissue that is taken from one site and grafted to another site on the same person
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a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissipated between the two points is 1 watt; equivalent to the potential difference across a resistance of 1 ohm when 1 ampere of current flows through it a soft silvery white toxic metallic element used in steel alloys; it occurs in several complex minerals including carnotite and vanadinite the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one the 22nd letter of the Roman alphabet being one more than four
a journey taken for pleasure wandering from the main path of a journey
the site on the surface of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself
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take exception to issue a challenge to ask for identification raise a formal objection in a court of law requiring full use of your abilities or resources stimulating interest or thought disturbingly provocative
an orange of low brightness and saturation Scottish botanist who first observed the movement of small particles in fluids now known a Brownian motion (1773-1858) abolitionist who was hanged after leading an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia (1800-1859) a university in Rhode Island fry in a pan until it changes color make brown in color of a color similar to that of wood or earth (of skin) deeply suntanned
malignant bone tumor; most common in children and young adults where it tends to affect the femur
(anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion) a disreputable place of entertainment the shape or manner in which things come together and a connection is made a piece of meat roasted or for roasting and of a size for slicing into more than one portion junction by which parts or objects are joined together marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking fit as if by joints provide with a joint fasten with a joint separate (meat) at the joint
divide into segments consisting of or divided into sections
relating to or containing acetic acid
United States coloratura soprano (born in France) (1904-1976) a band of nerve fibers linking the medulla oblongata and the cerebellum with the midbrain
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closure or blockage (as of a blood vessel) (meteorology) a composite front when colder air surrounds a mass of warm air and forces it aloft (dentistry) the normal spatial relation of the teeth when the jaws are closed an obstruction in a pipe or tube the act of blocking
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage use tariffs to favor domestic industry
a drug (trade name Tagamet) used to treat peptic ulcers by decreasing the secretion of stomach acid
the immediate descendants of a person something that comes into existence as a result any immature animal
put into the required condition beforehand
(genetics) the process of transfering genetic material from one cell to another by a plasmid or bacteriophage the process whereby a transducer accepts energy in one form and gives back related energy in a different form
have and exert influence or effect shape or influence; give direction to induce into action by using one's charm
a stripe or stripes of contrasting color an adornment consisting of a strip of a contrasting color or material bind or tie together, as with a band attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey) game equipment consisting of the place toward which players of a game try to advance a ball or puck in order to score points a successful attempt at scoring
on the contrary; rather (or instead), he wrote her a letter" to some (great or small) extent more readily or willingly to a degree (not used with a negative)
abnormal softening of bones caused by deficiencies of phosphorus or calcium or vitamin D
not pertinent to the matter under consideration statistically unrelated having a set of mutually perpendicular axes; meeting at right angles
Bohemian physiologist remembered for his discovery of Purkinje cells and the Purkinje network (1787-1869)
now and then or here and there
the period during which an embryo develops (about 266 days in humans) the state of being pregnant; the period from conception to birth when a woman carries a developing fetus in her uterus the conception and development of an idea or plan
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc causing something without any direct or apparent effort a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do the effect of one thing (or person) on another one having power to influence another have and exert influence or effect shape or influence; give direction to induce into action by using one's charm
relating to a technique that does not involve puncturing the skin or entering a body cavity
(biology) any agency bringing about activation; a molecule that increases the activity of an enzyme or a protein that increases the production of a gene product in DNA transcription
make plain and comprehensible define serve as a reason or cause or justification of
any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns a victim of ridicule or pranks (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19
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a course that the student can select from among alternatives subject to popular election not compulsory
of or relating to an orbit of or relating to the eye socket
administered by means other than through the alimentary tract (as by intramuscular or intravenous injection) located outside the alimentary tract
become or cause to become soft or liquid no longer frozen solid no longer frozen
manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of
as from an altitude or distance
a soft bluish-white ductile malleable toxic bivalent metallic element; occurs in association with zinc ores
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make denser, stronger, or purer direct one's attention on something make central make more concise draw together or meet in one common center compress or concentrate be cooked until very little liquid is left cook until very little liquid is left
fill to satisfaction filled to satisfaction with food or drink (followed by `with')deeply filled or permeated
of or related to the rapid movement of the eyes between points of fixation
a failing or deficiency
the location on a baseball field where the shortstop is stationed accidental contact between two points in an electric circuit that have a potential difference the fielding position of the player on a baseball team who is stationed between second and third base cheat someone by not returning him enough money create a short circuit in primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length low in stature; not tall not sufficient to meet a need (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range not holding securities or commodities that one sells in expectation of a fall in prices of speech sounds or syllables of relatively short duration less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so lacking foresight or scope tending to crumble or break into flakes due to a large amount of shortening marked by rude or peremptory shortness quickly and without warning without possessing something at the time it is contractually sold clean across at some point or distance before a goal is reached so as to interrupt at a disadvantage in a curt, abrupt and discourteous manner
the ratio of the volume occupied by packed red blood cells to the volume of the whole blood as measured by a hematocrit a measuring instrument to determine (usually by centrifugation) the relative amounts of corpuscles and plasma in the blood
marked by precise accordance with details marked by extreme care in treatment of details
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management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group
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acute lung injury characterized by coughing and rales; inflammation of the lungs which become stiff and fibrous and cannot exchange oxygen; occurs among persons exposed to irritants such as corrosive chemical vapors or ammonia or chlorine etc.
(mathematics) calculation of the value of a function outside the range of known values an inference about the future (or about some hypothetical situation) based on known facts and observations
an anti-inflammatory drug that does not contain steroids
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take the first step or steps in carrying out an action have a beginning, in a temporal, spatial, or evaluative sense set in motion, cause to start begin to speak or say be the first item or point, constitute the beginning or start, come first in a series have a beginning, of a temporal event have a beginning characterized in some specified way begin an event that is implied and limited by the nature or inherent function of the direct object achieve or accomplish in the least degree, usually used in the negative begin to speak, understand, read, and write a language
the ratio of the number of workers that had to be replaced in a given time period to the average number of workers a dish made by folding a piece of pastry over a filling the volume measured in dollars the act of upsetting something
having no known name or identity or known source not known or lacking marked individuality
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the month following August and preceding October
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful (used of societies) having high industrial development (of real estate) made more useful and profitable as by building or laying out roads
a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter
an extractor consisting of a pair of pincers used in medical treatment (especially for the delivery of babies)
people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped make unable to perform a certain action injure permanently incapable of functioning as a consequence of injury or illness
occurring among or involving several people
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the state of being satisfactorily full and unable to take on more eating until excessively full
having a common center
how something is done or how it happens a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period a particular kind (as to appearance) the popular taste at a given time (botany) the narrow elongated part of the pistil between the ovary and the stigma editorial directions to be followed in spelling and punctuation and capitalization and typographical display distinctive and stylish elegance a pointed tool for writing or drawing or engraving a slender bristlelike or tubular process designate by an identifying term make consistent with a certain fashion or style make consistent with certain rules of style
an inclination to do something a natural inclination a disposition to behave in a certain way
(often followed by `of' or `to') yielding readily to or capable of easily impressed emotionally
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physical strength
a complex of concurrent things a pattern of symptoms indicative of some disease
lung disease caused by inhaling asbestos particles
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document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability a coming to or returning home the occurrence of a change in direction back in the opposite direction getting something back again the act of going back to a prior location the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property happening again (especially at regular intervals) a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one) the key on electric typewriters or computer keyboards that causes a carriage return and a line feed a reciprocal group action a tennis stroke that sends the ball back to the other player (American football) the act of running back the ball after a kickoff or punt or interception or fumble the act of someone appearing again go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before give back go back to a previous state go back to something earlier bring back to the point of departure return in kind make a return answer back be restored pay back pass down elect again be inherited by return to a previous position; in mathematics give or supply submit (a report, etc.) to someone in authority
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hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland and placenta; stimulates the gonads and controls reproductive activity
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process the underlying structure a structure supporting or containing something
get or gather together collect or gather
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capable of being remedied or redressed
used for filling cracks or holes in a surface 100 filler equal 1 forint in Hungary copy to fill space between more important articles in the layout of a magazine or newspaper anything added to fill out a whole the tobacco used to form the core of a cigar
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
eruptions along a nerve path often accompanied by severe neuralgia
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staining readily with basic dyes
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existing as an essential constituent or characteristic in the nature of something though not readily apparent
make one's home in a particular place or community live (in a certain place) be inherent or innate in; 
a republic on the Philippine Islands; achieved independence from the United States in 1946 an archipelago in the southwestern Pacific including some 7000 islands official language of the Philippines; based on Tagalog; draws its lexicon from other Philippine languages
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of be characteristic of
a failure to function normally fail to function or function improperly
an alkaloid poison that occurs in tobacco; used in medicine and as an insecticide
an appraisal of the value of something act of ascertaining or fixing the value or worth of standing or position on a scale rank in a military organization assign a rank or rating to be worthy of or have a certain rating estimate the value of desert one's party or group of friends, for example, for one's personal advantage employ scabs or strike breakers in take the place of work of someone on strike give (hair) the appearance of being fuller by using a rat catch rats, especially with dogs give away information about somebody
the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity sports equipment used in calisthenic exercises and weightlifting; it is not attached to anything and is raised and lowered by use of the hands and arms the relative importance granted to something an artifact that is heavy an oppressive feeling of heavy force a system of units used to express the weight of something a unit used to measure weight (statistics) a coefficient assigned to elements of a frequency distribution in order to represent their relative importance weight down with a load present with a bias
all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent the normal time between successive generations a stage of technological development or innovation a coming into being the production of heat or electricity the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production
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fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself) (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan) the basic pattern of the human fingerprint a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane move in loops make a loop in fly loops, perform a loop wind around something in coils or loops fasten or join with a loop
exaggerate or make bigger fill with gas or air cause prices to rise by increasing the available currency or credit increase the amount or availability of, creating a rise in value become inflated enlarged beyond truth or reasonableness pretentious (especially with regard to language or ideals)
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the dead body of a human being
a serious disagreement between two groups of people (typically producing tension or hostility) a ridge of land that separates two adjacent river systems separate into parts or portions perform a division act as a barrier between; stand between come apart make a division or separation force, take, or pull apart
a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent any of a series of volatile hydroxyl compounds that are made from hydrocarbons by distillation
constituting a separate entity or part
cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes
an agent capable of activating specific genes someone who tries to persuade or induce or lead on
moved or operated or effected by liquid (water or oil) of or relating to the study of hydraulics
be compatible or in accordance with follow through or carry out a plan without deviation come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation be a devoted follower or supporter be loyal to stick to firmly
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a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease the general condition of body and mind
a shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore steal goods; take as spoils go through in search of something; search through someone's belongings in an unauthorized way
buildings for carrying on industrial labor (botany) a living organism lacking the power of locomotion an actor situated in the audience whose acting is rehearsed but seems spontaneous to the audience something planted secretly for discovery by another put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground fix or set securely or deeply set up or lay the groundwork for place into a river place something or someone in a certain position in order to secretly observe or deceive put firmly in the mind
cause to arise cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner cause to occur rapidly reason or establish by induction produce electric current by electrostatic or magnetic processes brought about or caused; not spontaneous
do over, as of (part of) a house cast or model anew
a member of the Caucasoid race a number of languages spoken in the Caucasus that are unrelated to languages spoken elsewhere of or relating to the geographical region of Caucasia of or relating to Caucasian people
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a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn coarse, indigestible plant food low in nutrients; its bulk stimulates intestinal peristalsis any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber) the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions a leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth
a tributary of the Mississippi River in Wisconsin a midwestern state in north central United States
in a causal fashion
provide physical relief, as from pain make easier
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be different be of different opinions
a thin plate or layer (especially of bone or mineral)
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breathe or blow onto as a ritual or sacramental act, especially so as to symbolize the action of the Holy Spirit treat by blowing a powder or vapor into a bodily cavity blow or breathe hard on or into
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bring into existence give or supply produce (energy) make children
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a corticosteroid drug (trade names Decadron or Dexamethasone Intensol or Dexone or Hexadrol or Oradexon) used to treat allergies or inflammation
a flaw on a surface resulting when an applied substance does not adhere (as an air bubble in a coat of paint) (botany) a swelling on a plant similar to that on the skin (pathology) an elevation of the skin filled with serous fluid get blistered subject to harsh criticism cause blisters to form on
of or relating to antigens
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signal going into an electronic system a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action a component of production; something that goes into the production of output enter (data or a program) into a computer
an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow a journey or route all the way around a particular place or area an established itinerary of venues or events that a particular group of people travel to the boundary line encompassing an area or object (law) a judicial division of a state or the United States (so-called because originally judges traveled and held court in different locations); one of the twelve groups of states in the United States that is covered by a particular circuit court of appeals a racetrack for automobile races movement once around a course make a circuit
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual having important effects or influence
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way pass suddenly and passively into a state of body or mind come under, be classified or included fall from clouds suffer defeat, failure, or ruin die, as in battle or in a hunt touch or seem as if touching visually or audibly be captured occur at a specified time or place decrease in size, extent, or range yield to temptation or sin lose office or power to be given by assignment or distribution move in a specified direction be due lose one's chastity to be given by right or inheritance come into the possession of fall to somebody by assignment or lot be inherited by slope downward lose an upright position suddenly drop oneself to a lower or less erect position fall or flow in a certain way assume a disappointed or sad expression be cast down come out; issue be born, used chiefly of lambs begin vigorously go as if by falling come as if by falling having dropped by the force of gravity having fallen in or collapsed having lost your chastity killed in battle
a trancelike state with loss of voluntary motion and failure to react to stimuli
an intuitive awareness;  the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people a property perceived by touch manual stimulation of the genital area for sexual pleasure undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles be conscious of a physical, mental, or emotional state have a feeling or perception about oneself in reaction to someone's behavior or attitude undergo passive experience of:"We felt the effects of inflation" be felt or perceived in a certain way grope or feel in search of something examine by touch examine (a body part) by palpation find by testing or cautious exploration produce a certain impression pass one's hands over the sexual organs of
(chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule an atom or group of atoms with at least one unpaired electron; in the body it is usually an oxygen molecule that has lost an electron and will stabilize itself by stealing an electron from a nearby molecule a person who has radical ideas or opinions (mathematics) a quantity expressed as the root of another quantity a character conveying the lexical meaning of a logogram (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed (used of opinions and actions) far beyond the norm markedly new or introducing radical change arising from or going to the root or source of or relating to or constituting a linguistic root especially of leaves; located at the base of a plant or stem; especially arising directly from the root or rootstock or a root-like stem
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make a logical or causal connection connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces be or become joined or united or linked link with or as with a yoke
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint a linear unit of length equal to 12 inches or a third of a yard the lower part of anything the pedal extremity of vertebrates other than human beings lowest support of a structure any of various organs of locomotion or attachment in invertebrates travel by walking a member of a surveillance team who works on foot or rides as a passenger an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot (prosody) a group of 2 or 3 syllables forming the basic unit of poetic rhythm a support resembling a pedal extremity
make larger make large become larger or bigger add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing (of an organ or body part) excessively enlarged as a result of increased size in the constituent cells as of a photograph; made larger larger than normal enlarged to an abnormal degree
an imperfection in a bodily system a failing or deficiency an imperfection in an object or machine a mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body) desert (a cause, a country or an army), often in order to join the opposing cause, country, or army
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measuring the optical density of a substance by shining light on it and measuring its transmission
clarify by giving an example of depict with an illustration supply with illustrations
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the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity) the somatic sensation of cold or heat
the act of using the state of having been made use of
thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing the activity of leading take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over indicating the most important performer or role greatest in importance or degree or significance or achievement going or proceeding or going in advance; showing the way having the leading position or higher score in a contest
the questioning of a person (or a conversation in which information is elicited); often conducted by journalists a conference (usually with someone important) conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation go for an interview in the hope of being hired
being ten more than one hundred seventy
(of angles) pointing inward
a sulfa drug used in treating meningitis and pneumonia and other infections
go across or through move past make laws, bills, etc. or bring into effect by legislation pass by place into the hands or custody of stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point travel past come to pass go unchallenged; be approved pass time in a specific way pass over, across, or through transmit information disappear gradually go successfully through a test or a selection process be superior or better than some standard accept or judge as acceptable allow to go without comment or censure transfer to another; of rights or property pass into a specified state or condition throw (a ball) to another player be inherited by cause to pass grant authorization or clearance for pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life eliminate from the body
one of four connected cavities in the brain; is continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord and contains cerebrospinal fluid a chamber of the heart that receives blood from an atrium and pumps it to the arteries
renal lithiasis in which calcium deposits form in the renal parenchyma and result in reduced kidney function and blood in the urine
get or find back; recover the use of get over an illness or shock regain a former condition after a financial loss regain or make up for reuse (materials from waste products) cover anew freed from illness or injury found after being lost
something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness pain in the head caused by dilation of cerebral arteries or muscle contractions or a reaction to drugs
the right to buy or sell property at an agreed price; the right is purchased and if it is not exercised by a stated date the money is forfeited one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen the act of choosing or selecting
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provide physical relief, as from pain free someone temporarily from his or her obligations grant relief or an exemption from a rule or requirement to lessen the intensity of or calm save from ruin, destruction, or harm relieve oneself of troubling information provide relief for free from a burden, evil, or distress take by stealing grant exemption or release to alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive (of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary
exceptionally
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either of two yellow to red retinal pigments formed from rhodopsin by the action of light in or relating to the retina of the eye
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a neurotransmitter involved in e.g. sleep and depression and memory
of or relating to or involving light or optics relating to or using sight of or relating to or resembling the eye
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a small intertwined group of capillaries in the malpighian body; it filters the blood during urine formation
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a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior agreeable, conducive to comfort tolerant and forgiving under provocation
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a base hit on which the batter stops safely at second base a stand-in for movie stars to perform dangerous stunts someone who closely resembles a famous person (especially an actor) a quantity that is twice as great as another raising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2 increase twofold hit a two-base hit bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions bridge: make a demand for (a card or suit) make or do or perform again having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities; public preaching and private influence"- R.W.Emerson consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs twice as great or many used of flowers having more than the usual number of petals in crowded or overlapping arrangements used of homologous chromosomes associated in pairs in synapsis large enough for two having two meanings with intent to deceive downward and forward two together to double the degree
(genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids
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excessive sensitivity of an organ or body part being easily excited
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) the action of directing something at an object the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards propose or intend move into a desired direction of discourse specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public intend (something) to move towards a certain goal direct (a remark) toward an intended goal have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
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a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury the probability of becoming infected given that exposure to an infectious agent has occurred the probability of being exposed to an infectious agent expose to a chance of loss or damage take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
involving risk or danger not financially safe or secure
the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior the condition of being motivated the act of motivating; providing incentive
the adoption of the behavior patterns of the surrounding culture all the knowledge and values shared by a society the process of assimilating new ideas into an existing cognitive structure
a cell that engulfs and digests debris and invading microorganisms
a family of proteins found in blood and milk and muscle and in plant seed
openly distrustful and unwilling to confide not as expected
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use up (resources or materials) no longer sufficient
an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle a skin sore caused by chafing abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties become or make sore by or as if by rubbing irritate or vex
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the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation draw air into, and expel out of, the lungs be alive impart as if by breathing allow the passage of air through utter or tell manifest or evince take a short break from one's activities in order to relax reach full flavor by absorbing air and being let to stand after having been uncorked expel (gases or odors) passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside a period of ignorance or backwardness or gloom the period spent sleeping the dark part of the diurnal cycle considered a time unit darkness a shortening of nightfall the time between sunset and midnight Roman goddess of night; daughter of Erebus; counterpart of Greek Nyx
blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
a benign tumor of connective tissue containing jellylike material
of or relating to or characterized by fever
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a B vitamin that prevents beriberi; maintains appetite and growth
(microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission; important as pathogens and for biochemical properties; taxonomy is difficult; often considered to be plants
any disease-producing agent (especially a virus or bacterium or other microorganism)
in an empirical manner
resembling a capsule of or relating to a capsule
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation the decision of a court on issues of fact or law something that is found come upon, as if by accident; meet with discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of come upon after searching; find the location of something that was missed or lost establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study come to believe on the basis of emotion, intuitions, or indefinite grounds perceive or be contemporaneous with get something or somebody for a specific purpose make a discovery, make a new finding make a discovery obtain through effort or management decide on and make a declaration about receive a specified treatment (abstract) perceive oneself to be in a certain condition or place get or find back; recover the use of succeed in reaching; arrive at accept and make use of one's personality, abilities, and situation
person who makes a gift of property (medicine) someone who gives blood or tissue or an organ to be used in another person (the host)
abnormal narrowing of a bodily canal or passageway
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found in the ordinary course of events
make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of state or say further bestow a quality on make an addition by combining numbers determine the sum of constitute an addition
a car that is powered by electricity using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity (of a situation) exceptionally tense affected by emotion as if by electricity; thrilling
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any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify a statute in draft before it becomes law the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse musical notation for a repeating pattern of musical beats measuring instrument having a sequence of marks at regular intervals; used as a reference in making measurements a container of some standard capacity that is used to obtain fixed amounts of a substance determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of express as a number or measure or quantity have certain dimensions evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of
the limits within which something can be effective an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the act of physically reaching or thrusting out the limit of capability reach a destination, either real or abstract reach a point in time, or a certain state or level move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense be in or establish communication with to gain with effort to extend as far as reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" place into the hands or custody of to exert much effort or energy
being seven more than seventy
being six more than seventy
being five more than seventy
being four more than seventy
being three more than seventy
being two more than seventy
being one more than seventy
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and seven being ten more than sixty
a quantity of no importance in no respect; to no degree
blockage or closure (as of a wound or body cavity) by (or as if by) a tampon (especially to stop bleeding)
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determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of express as a number or measure or quantity have certain dimensions evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of having notes of fixed rhythmic value the rhythmic arrangement of syllables carefully thought out in advance unhurried and with care and dignity
being nine more than seventy
the cardinal number that is the sum of seventy and eight a shellac based phonograph record that played at 78 revolutions per minute being eight more than seventy
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a lightweight thermoplastic; used especially in packaging and insulation
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solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition relating to minerals composed of matter other than plant or animal
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capital as contrasted with the income derived from it a collection of writings the main part of an organ or other bodily structure
go with, fall together happen simultaneously be the same
consisting of or derived from tradition pertaining to time-honored orthodox doctrines
become weaker cause to go into a solution come to an end stop functioning or cohering as a unit cause to lose control emotionally lose control emotionally cause to fade away pass into a solution become or cause to become soft or liquid bring the association of to an end or cause to break up declare void (of solid matter) reduced to a liquid form
go with, fall together happen simultaneously be the same
a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Indocin)
mark as different be a distinctive feature, attribute, or trait; sometimes in a very positive sense calculate a derivative; take the derivative become different during development evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment become distinct and acquire a different character
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter building material consisting of a piece of rock hewn in a definite shape for a special purpose material consisting of the aggregate of minerals like those making up the Earth's crust a crystalline rock that can be cut and polished for jewelry an avoirdupois unit used to measure the weight of a human body; equal to 14 pounds the hard inner (usually woody) layer of the pericarp of some fruits (as peaches or plums or cherries or olives) that contains the seed United States jurist who was named chief justice of the United States Supreme Court in 1941 by Franklin D. Roosevelt (1872-1946) United States filmmaker (born in 1946) United States feminist and suffragist (1818-1893) United States journalist who advocated liberal causes (1907-1989) United States jurist who served on the United States Supreme Court as chief justice (1872-1946) United States architect (1902-1978) a lack of feeling or expression or movement kill by throwing stones at remove the pits from
an antibody that causes agglutination of a specific antigen
a federal agency in the Department of Health and Human Services; located in Atlanta; investigates and diagnoses and tries to control or prevent diseases (especially new and unusual diseases)
a narrative song with a recurrent refrain a narrative poem of popular origin put into a certain place or abstract location put in a horizontal position prepare or position for action or operation lay eggs impose as a duty, burden, or punishment be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position originate (in) be and remain in a particular state or condition tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive have a place in relation to something else assume a reclining position characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy not of or from a profession
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single-stranded DNA that is complementary to messenger RNA or DNA that has been synthesized from messenger RNA by reverse transcriptase
add nonfissionable material to (fissionable material) so as to make unsuitable for use in an atomic bomb modify (as a native protein) especially by heat, acid, alkali, or ultraviolet radiation so that all of the original properties are removed or diminished make (alcohol) unfit for drinking without impairing usefulness for other purposes changed in nature or natural quality
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beyond normal limits unrestrained, especially with regard to feelings
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of or relating to the nervous and endocrine systems (especially as they function together)
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a lengthy discussion (spoken or written) on a particular topic the act of expanding an aperture
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reproduce someone's behavior or looks create a representation or model of make a pretence of
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to a considerable degree in a heavy-footed manner with great force in a manner designed for heavy duty slowly as if burdened by much weight in a labored manner indulging excessively
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perennial of the genus Phytolacca
German anatomist (1733-1794)
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relating to or affected by an abnormal collection of blood or other fluid
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either side of the body below the waist and above the thigh the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates the ball-and-socket joint between the head of the femur and the acetabulum (architecture) the exterior angle formed by the junction of a sloping side and a sloping end of a roof the fruit of a rose plant informed about the latest trends
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a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution the quality of being open to public view
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infection by the human immunodeficiency virus the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS); it replicates in and kills the helper T cells
plausible but false born out of wedlock intended to deceive
relating to or characterized by erythema
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a glycoprotein that is found primarily on the surface of helper T cells
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primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified primarily spatial sense; of relatively great or greater than average spatial extension or extension as specified of relatively great height good at remembering holding securities or commodities in expectation of a rise in prices (of speech sounds or syllables) of relatively long duration involving substantial risk planning prudently for the future having or being more than normal or necessary:"long on brains" for the most time
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prior to menopause
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study shape or influence; give direction to fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely reach, make, or come to a decision about something fix in scope; fix the boundaries of settle conclusively; come to terms find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
a membrane glycoprotein that is found primarily on the surface of cytotoxic T cells
the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed the state (and responsibilities) of a person who has attained maturity
a continuous nonspatial whole or extent or succession in which no part or portion is distinct or distinguishable from adjacent parts
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the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease the learned profession that is mastered by graduate training in a medical school and that is devoted to preventing or alleviating or curing diseases and injuries punishment for one's actions treat medicinally, treat with medicine
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investigate scientifically conduct an inquiry or investigation of
issue commands or orders for
any specific behavior the state of being active an organic process that takes place in the body (chemistry) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically
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a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall
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a skeletal muscle whose contraction extends or stretches a body part
to gain with effort
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience a unit responsible for gathering and interpreting information about an enemy secret information about an enemy (or potential enemy) information about recent and important events the operation of gathering information about an enemy
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to gain with effort
a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Telescopium and Norma macaws
(military) military action or resources protecting a country against potential enemies protection from harm (sports) the team that is trying to prevent the other team from scoring the justification for some act or belief (psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires the federal department responsible for safeguarding national security of the United States; created in 1947 the defendant and his legal advisors collectively the speech act of answering an attack on your assertions an organization of defenders that provides resistance against attack a structure used to defend against attack a defendant's answer or plea denying the truth of the charges against him the act of defending someone or something against attack or injury
give an injection to to introduce (a new aspect or element) force or drive (a fluid or gas) into by piercing take by injection feed intravenously to insert between other elements
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English architect (1723-1796) a natural or artificial enclosed space an enclosed volume in the body a room where a judge transacts business a deliberative or legislative or administrative or judicial assembly a room used primarily for sleeping place in a chamber
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a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person a division of some larger or more complex organization the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm prepare oneself for a military confrontation supply with arms
grow worse refuse to accept show unwillingness towards grow smaller go down go down in value inflect for number, gender, case, etc., "in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives"
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a signal that encodes something (e.g., picture or sound) that has been recorded the act of making a record (especially an audio record) a storage device on which information (sounds or images) have been recorded make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
a blood disease characterized by an abnormally small number of platelets in the blood
in a mechanical manner; by a mechanism in a machinelike manner; without feeling
a unit of electrical resistance equal to the resistance between two points on a conductor when a potential difference of one volt between them produces a current of one ampere German physicist who formulated Ohm's law (1787-1854)
of a feature that helps to distinguish a person or thing capable of being classified
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reduce the level of land, as by erosion reduce in worth or character, usually verbally lower the grade of something; reduce its worth harmful to the mind or morals used of conduct; characterized by dishonor
of or relating to the act of perceiving
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity considered individually distinctly dissimilar or unlike having great diversity or variety
a glycoside formed by partial hydrolysis of a nucleic acid
one after the other in regular succession without gaps successive (without a break) in a consecutive manner
amounting to a large indefinite number
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any dialect of the language of ancient Rome an inhabitant of ancient Latium a person who is a member of those peoples whose languages derived from Latin of or relating to the ancient Latins or the Latin language relating to people or countries speaking Romance languages relating to languages derived from Latin of or relating to the ancient region of Latium
in the recent past
make or cause to be or to become bring into existence pursue a creative activity; be engaged in a creative activity invest with a new title, office, or rank create by artistic means create or manufacture a man-made product
an amino acid that does not occur in proteins but is found in the muscle tissue of vertebrates both in the free form and as phosphocreatine; supplies energy for muscle contraction
at the beginning
a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue the process of ulcer formation; the process of becoming ulcerated
either of the two main branches of the trachea
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something a general interest that leads people to want to know more a courteous act indicating affection the faculty or power of mental concentration a motionless erect stance with arms at the sides and feet together; assumed by military personnel during drill or review
of or relating to or characterized by ulceration
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change (a compound) into an ester
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a part of a river where the current is very fast done or occurring in a brief period of time characterized by speed; moving with or capable of moving with high speed
a death resulting from an accident or a disaster the quality of being able to cause death or fatal disasters
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properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient adequate for the purpose legally qualified or sufficient
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a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature the speed at which light travels in a vacuum; the constancy and universality of the speed of light is recognized by defining it to be exactly 299,792,458 meters per second a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) a base found in DNA and RNA and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with guanine an abundant nonmetallic tetravalent element occurring in three allotropic forms: amorphous carbon and graphite and diamond; occurs in all organic compounds ten 10s a unit of electrical charge equal to the amount of charge transferred by a current of 1 ampere in 1 second a general-purpose programing language closely associated with the UNIX operating system (music) the keynote of the scale of C major the 3rd letter of the Roman alphabet street names for cocaine being ten more than ninety
directions prescribed beforehand; the action of prescribing authoritative rules or directions a drug that is available only with written instructions from a doctor or dentist to a pharmacist written instructions for an optician on the lenses for a given person written instructions from a physician or dentist to a druggist concerning the form and dosage of a drug to be issued to a given patient available only with a doctor's written prescription
inflammation of the bile ducts
an installment of a printed work a bundle of fibers (especially nerve fibers)
an abnormal rate of muscle contractions in the heart
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enter or assume a certain state or condition undergo a change or development come into existence enhance the appearance of
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discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event
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make one's home in a particular place or community live (in a certain place) be inherent or innate in; 
fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations shape or influence; give direction to check the emission of (sound)
psychological suffering a state of adversity (danger or affliction or need) extreme physical pain the seizure and holding of property as security for payment of a debt or satisfaction of a claim bring into difficulties or distress, especially financial hardship cause mental pain to
a rational motive for a belief or action an explanation of the cause of some phenomenon the capacity for rational thought or inference or discrimination the state of having good sense and sound judgment a justification for something existing or happening a fact that logically justifies some premise or conclusion decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion present reasons and arguments think logically
the presence of pus-forming bacteria or their toxins in the blood or tissues
not produced by natural forces
any compound containing the group -C=NOH
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fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations shape or influence; give direction to check the emission of (sound) controlled or governed according to rule or principle or law
in a morbid manner or to a morbid degree
a community of people smaller than a town a settlement smaller than a town a mainly residential district of Manhattan; `the Village' became a home for many writers and artists in the 20th century
a drug (trade name Trental) used to treat claudication; believed to increase the flexibility of red blood cells so they can flow through the blood vessels to the legs and feet
a slender and greatly elongated substance capable of being spun into yarn any of several elongated, threadlike cells (especially a muscle fiber or a nerve fiber) the inherent complex of attributes that determines a persons moral and ethical actions and reactions a leatherlike material made by compressing layers of paper or cloth
Italian histologist noted for work on the structure of the nervous system and for his discovery of Golgi bodies (1844-1926)
any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns a victim of ridicule or pranks (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Capricorn the tenth sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about December 22 to January 19
a soft yellowish-white trivalent metallic element of the rare earth group; can be recovered from bastnasite or monazite by an ion-exchange process a self-governing commonwealth associated with the United States occupying the island of Puerto Rico a promotion intended to create goodwill for a person or institution
change toward something smaller or lower a condition inferior to an earlier condition; a gradual falling off from a better state a gradual decrease; as of stored charge or current a downward slope or bend grow worse refuse to accept show unwillingness towards grow smaller go down go down in value inflect for number, gender, case, etc., "in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives"
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a heavy precious metallic element; grey-white and resistant to corroding; occurs in some nickel and copper ores and is also found native in some deposits
that which is deserved or owed a payment that is due (e.g., as the price of membership) owed and payable immediately or on demand scheduled to arrive suitable to or expected in the circumstances capable of being assigned or credited to directly or exactly; straight
an elaborate and systematic plan of action the branch of military science dealing with military command and the planning and conduct of a war
a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey a unit of information equal to 1000 terabits or 10^15 bits a unit of information equal to 1000 terabytes or 10^15 bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 tebibytes or 2^50 bytes
a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time
the act of decreasing or reducing something any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent the act of reducing complexity
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk a short-lived radioactive metallic element formed from uranium and disintegrating into actinium and then into lead a unit of pressure equal to one newton per square meter a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies an electronic amplification system used as a communication system in public areas
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a silver-white metallic element of the platinum group that resembles platinum; occurs in some copper and nickel ores; does not tarnish at ordinary temperatures and is used (alloyed with gold) in jewelry
the 17th letter of the Hebrew alphabet
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(from potential of Hydrogen) the logarithm of the reciprocal of hydrogen-ion concentration in gram atoms per liter; provides a measure on a scale from 0 to 14 of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution (where 7 is neutral and greater than 7 is more basic and less than 7 is more acidic); 
the ratio of the circumference to the diameter of a circle; approximately equal to 3.14159265358979323846... someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information the scientist in charge of an experiment or research project the 16th letter of the Greek alphabet an antiviral drug used against HIV; interrupts HIV replication by binding and blocking HIV protease; often used in combination with other drugs
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a radioactive metallic element that is similar to tellurium and bismuth; occurs in uranium ores but can be produced by bombarding bismuth with neutrons in a nuclear reactor a noncommissioned officer in the Navy or Coast Guard with a rank comparable to sergeant in the Army a European river; flows into the Adriatic Sea an independent agency of the federal government responsible for mail delivery (and sometimes telecommunications) between individuals and businesses in the United States
a benign epithelial tumor of glandular origin
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cause to be admitted; of persons to an institution officially placed in or committed to a specialized institution given the character of an institution or incorporated into a structured and usually well-established system
the science or study of drugs: their preparation and properties and uses and effects
periwinkle plant derivative used as an antineoplastic drug (trade name Velban) that disrupts cell division
someone who quits school before graduation someone who withdraws from a social group or environment
transfer somebody to a different position or location of work move from one place to another lift and reset in another soil or situation move around cause to change ownership change from one vehicle or transportation line to another send from one person or place to another shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes transfer from one place or period to another
the quality of being reproducible in amount or performance
the act of using accepted or habitual practice the customary manner in which a language (or a form of a language) is spoken or written
a specialist in the care of babies
involving the medulla oblongata
an urgent or peremptory request the ability and desire to purchase goods and services required activity the act of demanding a condition requiring relief request urgently and forcefully require as useful, just, or proper claim as due or just lay legal claim to summon to court ask to be informed of
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a state in southeastern United States; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War one of the British colonies that formed the United States a republic in Asia Minor on the Black Sea separated from Russia by the Caucasus mountains; formerly an Asian soviet but became independent in 1991
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances the act of becoming pregnant; fertilization of an ovum by a spermatozoon the event that occurred at the beginning of something the creation of something in the mind
capable or worthy of being perceived capable of being detected undesirably noticeable readily noticed
stop moving or become immobilized change to ice be cold cause to freeze stop a process or a habit by imposing a freeze on it be very cold, below the freezing point change from a liquid to a solid when cold prohibit the conversion or use of (assets) anesthetize by cold suddenly behave coldly and formally turned into ice; affected by freezing or by long and severe cold absolutely still devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain not thawed (used of foods) preserved by freezing sufficiently rapidly to retain flavor and nutritional value not convertible to cash incapable of being changed or moved or undone; e.g. "frozen prices"
large tough nonrigid bag filled with gas or heated air small thin inflatable rubber bag with narrow neck ride in a hot-air balloon become inflated
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a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity relating to or peculiar to or suggestive of an adolescent being of the age 13 through 19 displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity in the state of development between puberty and maturity
manner of acting or controlling yourself the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances (behavioral attributes) the way a person behaves toward other people (psychology) the aggregate of the responses or reactions or movements made by an organism in any situation
evaluate or estimate the nature, quality, ability, extent, or significance of form a critical opinion of
relating to the ciliary body and associated structures of the eye of or relating to cilia projecting from the surface of a cell of or relating to the human eyelash
make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration reduce in scope while retaining essential elements make short or shorter become short or shorter edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate cut short cut short in duration shortened by or as if by means of parts that slide one within another or are crushed one into another with parts removed
overlapping in duration
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the deposition of pigment in animals or plants or human beings coloration of living tissues by pigment
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fail to meet the hopes or expectations of not up to expectations
the act of waking cause to become awake or conscious stop sleeping make aware
the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object (basketball) the hoop from which the net is suspended the outer part of a wheel to which the tire is attached a projection used for strength or for attaching to another object the top edge of a vessel or other container run around the rim of furnish with a rim roll around the rim of
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support resembling the rib of an animal any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates) cut of meat including one or more ribs a teasing remark a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural form vertical ribs by knitting subject to laughter or ridicule
an ethnic quality or affiliation resulting from racial or cultural ties
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relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
lowering the body's normal immune response to invasion by foreign substances; can be deliberate (as in lowering the immune response to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ) or incidental (as a side effect of radiotherapy or chemotherapy for cancer)
having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities; public preaching and private influence"- R.W.Emerson twice as great or many by a factor of two
act as a stimulant cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to be alert and energetic cause to occur rapidly stir feelings in provide the needed stimulus for
a V-shaped indentation the location in a range of mountains of a geological formation that is lower than the surrounding peaks a V-shaped or U-shaped indentation carved or scratched into a surface a small cut cut or make a notch into notch a surface to record something
kill as a means of socially sanctioned punishment murder in a planned fashion put in effect carry out the legalities of carry out a process or program, as on a computer or a machine carry out or perform an action sign in the presence of witnesses put to death as punishment
a slight or partial paralysis
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loss of the ability to move a body part a condition marked by uncontrollable tremor affect with palsy
act as a stimulant cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of cause to be alert and energetic cause to occur rapidly stir feelings in provide the needed stimulus for emotionally aroused
the deep vascular inner layer of the skin
a portable gun
to a great degree to or over a great extent or range; far so as to leave much space or distance between
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one denoting a quantity consisting of one more than eight and one less than ten
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something that is required in advance required as a prior condition or course of study
advanced in complexity or elaboration of education beyond the secondary level greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high') standing above others in quality or position used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency happy and excited and energetic (used of the smell of meat) smelling spoiled or tainted slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana)
creative writing of recognized artistic value the humanistic study of a body of literature published writings in a particular style on a particular subject the profession or art of a writer
of or relating to the medical care of children
any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc. an official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel)
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the act of controlling by restraining someone or something discipline in personal and social activities the state of being physically constrained a rule or condition that limits freedom lack of ornamentation a device that retards something's motion
sensitivity to the action of radiant energy
the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases) the amount of fluid that flows in a given time the act of flowing or streaming; continuous progression any uninterrupted stream or discharge something that resembles a flowing stream in moving continuously dominant course (suggestive of running water) of successive events or ideas the monthly discharge of blood from the uterus of nonpregnant women from puberty to menopause move or progress freely as if in a stream move along, of liquids cause to flow be abundantly present fall or flow in a certain way cover or swamp with water undergo menstruation
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change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion change residence, affiliation, or place of employment follow a procedure or take a course be in a state of action go or proceed from one point to another perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) have an emotional or cognitive impact upon give an incentive for action arouse sympathy or compassion in dispose of by selling progress by being changed live one's life in a specified environment have a turn; make one's move in a game propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting in motion arousing or capable of arousing deep emotion used of a series of photographs presented so as to create the illusion of motion
the power or ability to move self-propelled movement
any material used to thicken any thickened enlargement the act of thickening make thick or thicker become thick or thicker make viscous or dense
a powerful neurotoxin found in the ovaries of pufferfish
(immunology) a technique that uses antibodies linked to a fluorescent dye in order to study antigens in a sample of tissue
cause to regain consciousness return to consciousness restored to life or consciousness
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the lower of two berths move something or somebody to a lower position set lower make lower or quieter cause to drop or sink look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval less than normal in degree or intensity or amount literal meanings; being at or having a relatively small elevation or upward extension very low in volume unrefined in character used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency of the most contemptible kind low or inferior in station or quality no longer sufficient subdued or brought low in condition or status filled with melancholy and despondency
an abnormal physical condition resulting from defective genes or developmental deficiencies retardation sufficient to fall outside the normal range of intelligence marked strangeness as a consequence of being abnormal behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality
either side of the face below the eyes an impudent statement either of the two large fleshy masses of muscular tissue that form the human rump impudent aggressiveness speak impudently to
an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole the abstract separation of a whole into its constituent parts in order to study the parts and their relations a form of literary criticism in which the structure of a piece of writing is analyzed the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., `the father of the bride' instead of `the bride's father' a branch of mathematics involving calculus and the theory of limits; sequences and series and integration and differentiation a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud
a hydrocarbon radical (C4H9)
a city in southern Quebec province on the Saint Lawrence River; the largest city in Quebec and 2nd largest in Canada; the 2nd largest French-speaking city in the world
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an agent that triggers mitosis
the lower of two berths move something or somebody to a lower position set lower make lower or quieter cause to drop or sink look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval
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the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done
an onerous or difficult concern weight to be borne or conveyed the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work the central idea that is expanded in a document or discourse weight down with a load impose a task upon, assign a responsibility to
imitate (a person or manner), especially for satirical effect
wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs
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involving competition or competitiveness subscribing to capitalistic competition showing a fighting disposition
(chemistry) not participating in a chemical reaction; chemically inert (pathology) not progressing or increasing; or progressing slowly (military) not involved in military operations not exerting influence or change (of e.g. volcanos) not erupting and not extinct lacking in energy or will lacking activity; lying idle or unused not engaged in full-time work not active physically or mentally not in physical motion
an instance of questioning the subject matter at issue a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote an informal reference to a marriage proposal challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of pose a series of questions to pose a question conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting place in doubt or express doubtful speculation
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one of the large landmasses of the earth the European mainland having control over urination and defecation abstaining from sexual intercourse
weight to be borne or conveyed a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time the ratio of the gross weight of an airplane to some factor determining its lift goods carried by a large vehicle the labor of putting a load of something on or in a vehicle or ship or container etc. fill or place a load on provide (a device) with something necessary transfer from a storage device to a computer's memory put (something) on a structure or conveyance corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
goddess of fate: a giantess who personified the past
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts give evidence for support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm
the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part (elections) more than half of the votes the age at which persons are considered competent to manage their own affairs
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a person who works at a specific occupation a member of the working class (not necessarily employed) sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae a person who acts and gets things done
without any others being included or involved
a white or pale green mineral (calcium magnesium silicate) of the amphibole group used as a form of asbestos
related to the hypersensitivity known as anaphylaxis
a relatively flat highland
make worse or less effective make imperfect
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a crime less serious than a felony an act that disregards an agreement or a right entry to another's property without right or permission a disrespectful act the crime of forcing a woman to submit to sexual intercourse against her will
surgery to remove tissue or growths from a bodily cavity (as the uterus) by scraping with a curette
provoke the hostility of act in opposition to
a formal organization of people or groups of people the act of consorting with or joining with others the state of being connected together as in memory or imagination the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination a social or business relationship a relation resulting from interaction or dependence (chemistry) any process of combination (especially in solution) that depends on relatively weak chemical bonding (ecology) a group of organisms (plants and animals) that live together in a certain geographical region and constitute a community with a few dominant species
surgical removal of part of a structure or organ
an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining (formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow an expression of grievance or resentment (civil law) the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim for relief is based (criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense
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having identical alleles at corresponding chromosomal loci
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a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
being biased or having a belief or attitude formed beforehand containing or implying a slight or showing prejudice capable of making fine distinctions manifesting partiality
several things grouped together or considered as a whole the act of gathering something together
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an essential amino acid found in proteins; important for growth in children and nitrogen balance in adults
the branch of medical science that studies the body's immune system
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the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) slightly modified copy; not an exact copy the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
shape or influence; give direction to make something, usually for a specific function give shape or form to shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort) having the shape of
in a systematic or consistent manner
a naturally occurring or synthetic compound consisting of large molecules made up of a linked series of repeated simple monomers
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(frequently plural) an expense not budgeted or not specified an item that is incidental (sometimes followed by `to') minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence not of prime or central importance following or accompanying as a consequence
apart from others
a short prayer generally preceding the lesson in the Church of Rome or the Church of England get or gather together call for and obtain payment of assemble or get together get or bring together gather or collect payable by the recipient on delivery make a telephone call or mail a package so that the recipient pays
harmful to living things
lacking stability or fixity or firmness highly or violently reactive affording no ease or reassurance suffering from severe mental illness disposed to psychological variability subject to change; variable
changing an arrangement
anything indispensable absolutely necessary; vitally necessary basic and fundamental of the greatest importance being or relating to or containing the essence of a plant etc defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established
a distinctive characteristic or attribute a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity
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know and comprehend the nature or meaning of perceive (an idea or situation) mentally make sense of a language believe to be the case be understanding of fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation implied by or inferred from actions or statements
(pregnancy) extraction by centesis of amniotic fluid from a pregnant woman (after the 15th week of pregnancy) to aid in the diagnosis of fetal abnormalities
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roentgenographic examination of blood vessels after injection of a radiopaque contrast medium; produces an angiogram
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in a gradual manner
shaped like a ring
surgically remove a part of a structure or an organ
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an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty a crucial stage or turning point in the course of something
a particle that is electrically charged (positive or negative); an atom or molecule or group that has lost or gained one or more electrons
the shape of a wave illustrated graphically by plotting the values of the period quantity against time
increase the effect of or act synergistically with (a drug or a physiological or biochemical phenomenon)
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a fashion reminiscent of the past affecting things past
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined have care of or look after manage or run
any agent that causes a narrowing of an opening of a blood vessel: cold or stress or nicotine or epinephrine or norepinephrine or angiotensin or vasopressin or certain drugs; maintains or increases blood pressure
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a piece broken off or cut off of something else a broken piece of a brittle artifact an incomplete piece break or cause to break into pieces
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of or relating to or undergoing mitosis
put in opposition to show or emphasize differences to show differences when compared; be different strikingly different; tending to contrast
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a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys
a straight line at right angles to another line a Gothic style in 14th and 15th century England; characterized by vertical lines and a four-centered (Tudor) arch and fan vaulting a cord from which a metal weight is suspended pointing directly to the earth's center of gravity; used to determine the vertical from a given point an extremely steep face intersecting at or forming right angles at right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line extremely steep
show unwillingness towards refuse to accept elude, especially in a baffling way refuse to let have resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ refuse entrance or membership
a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Clinoril)
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(statistics) any of the 99 numbered points that divide an ordered set of scores into 100 parts each of which contains one-hundredth of the total
possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree extremely sharp or intense (of color) having the highest saturation
immunogen consisting of a suspension of weakened or dead pathogenic cells injected in order to stimulate the production of antibodies
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come or bring to a finish or an end; others finished in over 4 hours" bring to a whole, with all the necessary parts or elements complete or carry out complete a pass write all the required information onto a form acting as or providing a complement (something that completes the whole)
an eye disease that damages the optic nerve and impairs vision (sometimes progressing to blindness)
preventing especially liquids to pass or diffuse through
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mentally or physically infirm with age
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet" the limits within which something can be effective a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze a series of hills or mountains a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds a variety of different things or activities (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined the limit of capability a kitchen appliance used for cooking food change or be different within limits move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun range or extend over; occupy a certain area lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line feed as in a meadow or pasture let eat assign a rank or rating to
to put down by force or authority limit the range or extent of limit, block, or decrease the action or function of control and refrain from showing; of emotions, desires, impulses, or behavior
one million periods per second
the 3rd letter of the Greek alphabet a unit of magnetic field strength equal to one-hundred-thousandth of an oersted Portuguese navigator who led an expedition around the Cape of Good Hope in 1497; he sighted and named Natal on Christmas Day before crossing the Indian Ocean (1469-1524)
a designated limit beyond which something cannot function or must be terminated a route shorter than the usual one a device that terminates the flow in a pipe
keep constant through physical or chemical reactions or evolutionary change keep in safety and protect from harm, decay, loss, or destruction use cautiously and frugally preserve with sugar
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partial or complete loss of hearing
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lacking social polish
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition the occupation of athletes who compete for pay (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances someone who engages in sports (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner play boisterously
enter into a combination with oxygen or become converted into an oxide add oxygen to or combine with oxygen combined with or having undergone a chemical reaction with oxygen
the length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting two points on the circumference a straight line connecting the center of a circle with two points on its perimeter (or the center of a sphere with two points on its surface)
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of or relating to or occurring during the period just before menstruation
composed of or containing bone
serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern a following of one thing after another in time film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie the action of following in order several repetitions of a melodic phrase in different keys arrange in a sequence determine the order of constituents in
an instance of questioning the subject matter at issue a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote an informal reference to a marriage proposal challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of pose a series of questions to pose a question conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting place in doubt or express doubtful speculation
desire strongly or persistently primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified primarily spatial sense; of relatively great or greater than average spatial extension or extension as specified of relatively great height good at remembering holding securities or commodities in expectation of a rise in prices (of speech sounds or syllables) of relatively long duration involving substantial risk planning prudently for the future having or being more than normal or necessary:"long on brains" for an extended time or at a distant time for an extended distance
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an electrical phenomenon whereby an electric charge is stored an electrical device characterized by its capacity to store an electric charge
of or relating to or resembling a condyle
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features break down into components or essential features subject to psychoanalytic treatment
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical) a very thin slice (of tissue or mineral or other substance) for examination under a microscope a distinct region or subdivision of a territorial or political area or community or group of people one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object a small team of policemen working as part of a police platoon one of the portions into which something is regarded as divided and which together constitute a whole a land unit equal to 1 square mile (geometry) the area created by a plane cutting through a solid a small class of students who are part of a larger course but are taught separately a division of an orchestra containing all instruments of the same class a small army unit usually having a special function a specialized division of a large organization a segment of a citrus fruit the cutting of or into body tissues or organs (especially by a surgeon as part of an operation) divide into segments
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a set of related records (either written or electronic) kept together a line of persons or things ranged one behind the other office furniture consisting of a container for keeping papers in order a steel hand tool with small sharp teeth on some or all of its surfaces; used for smoothing wood or metal record in a public office or in a court of law smooth with a file proceed in line file a formal charge against place in a container for keeping records
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the act of branching out or dividing into branches grow and send out branches or branch-like structures divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork having branches resembling the branches of a tree
a light soft silver-white metallic element of the alkali metal group; oxidizes rapidly in air and reacts violently with water; is abundant in nature in combined forms occurring in sea water and in carnallite and kainite and sylvite
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated the ideal in terms of which something can be judged
several time
a low triangular area of alluvial deposits where a river divides before entering a larger body of water an object shaped like an equilateral triangle the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet
a vertical structural member as a post or stake a piano with a vertical sounding board in a vertical position; not sloping of moral excellence upright in position or posture
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any of the openings to the nasal cavities that allow air to flow through the cavities to the pharynx
tapeworms whose larvae are parasitic in humans and domestic animals
the event of something being raised upward the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community raise the level or amount of something raise from a lower to a higher position cause to be heard or known; express or utter collect funds for a specific purpose cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques bring up summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic move upwards construct, build, or erect call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses) create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise raise in rank or condition increase give a promotion to or assign to a higher position cause to puff up with a leaven bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level bet more than the previous player cause to assemble or enlist in the military put forward for consideration or discussion pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth activate or stir up establish radio communications with multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project invigorate or heighten put an end to cause to become alive again increasing in quantity or value
a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity attribute or credit to decide as to where something belongs in a scheme
expose to cool or cold air so as to cool or freshen expose to the circulation of fresh air so as to retard spoilage circulate through and freshen give expression or utterance to furnish with an opening to allow air to circulate or gas to escape exposed to air
susceptible to being led or directed capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out able to adjust readily to different conditions capable of being bent or flexed or twisted without breaking
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a prominent attribute or aspect of something a distinguishing quality the integer part (positive or negative) of the representation of a logarithm; in the expression log 643 = 2.808 the characteristic is 2 any measurable property of a device measured under closely specified conditions typical or distinctive
a toxic condition characterized by convulsions and possibly coma during or immediately after pregnancy
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(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level a progression from simpler to more complex forms a process of becoming larger or longer or more numerous or more important vegetation that has grown the gradual beginning or coming forth (pathology) an abnormal proliferation of tissue (as in a tumor) something grown or growing
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the most interesting or memorable part an area of lightness in a picture move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent apply a highlighter to one's cheeks or eyebrows in order to make them more prominent
the ending of a series or sequence the 26th letter of the Roman alphabet
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to ascribe a quality to or give a name of a common noun that reflects a quality get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone utter a sudden loud cry order, request, or command to come pay a brief visit call a meeting; invite or command to meet read aloud to check for omissions or absentees send a message or attempt to reach someone by radio, phone, etc.; make a signal to in order to transmit a message utter a characteristic note or cry stop or postpone because of adverse conditions, such as bad weather greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name make a stop in a harbour demand payment of (a loan) make a demand, as for a card or a suit or a show of hands give the calls (to the dancers) for a square dance indicate a decision in regard to make a prediction about; tell in advance require the presentation of for redemption before maturation challenge (somebody) to make good on a statement; charge with or censure for an offense declare in the capacity of an umpire or referee lure by imitating the characteristic call of an animal order or request or give a command for order, summon, or request for a specific duty or activity, work, role utter in a loud voice or announce challenge the sincerity or truthfulness of consider or regard as being rouse somebody from sleep with a call
make a logical or causal connection keep company with; hang out with bring or come into association or action
sufficiently valuable to justify the investment of time or interest
a fatal disease of sheep characterized by chronic itching and loss of muscular control and progressive degeneration of the central nervous system
an inherited skeletal disorder beginning before birth; cartilage is converted to bone resulting in dwarfism
a limitation imposed on the variables of a proposition (as by the quantifiers `some' or `all' or `no') the act of discovering or expressing the quantity of something
a message informing of danger cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness) notification of something, usually in advance notify of danger, potential harm, or risk admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior ask to go away notify, usually in advance serving to warn
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a vessel (usually a pot or vat) used for steeping having a sharp inclination greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation of a slope; set at a high angle
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the state of being employed or having a job the occupation for which you are paid the act of giving someone a job the act of using
a circumscribed inflammatory and often suppurating lesion on the skin or an internal mucous surface resulting in necrosis of tissue the process of ulcer formation; the process of becoming ulcerated
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arrange into a group or groups form a group or group together arranged into groups
a white crystalline amino acid occurring in proteins that is essential for nutrition; obtained by the hydrolysis of most dietary proteins
the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time
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the act of mocking or ridiculing treat with contempt imitate with mockery and derision constituting a copy or imitation of something
something that resembles a tablet of medicine in shape or size a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet a unpleasant or tiresome person something unpleasant or offensive that must be tolerated or endured a contraceptive in the form of a pill containing estrogen and progestin to inhibit ovulation and so prevent conception
relating to or caused by or afflicted with sciatica of or relating to the ischium (or the part of the hipbone containing it)
a class of proteins produced in lymph tissue in vertebrates and that function as antibodies in the immune response
a person who makes use of a thing; someone who uses or employs something a person who uses something or someone selfishly or unethically a person who takes drugs
a bitter alkaloid extracted from chinchona bark; used in malaria therapy
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a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved a question raised for consideration or solution a source of difficulty
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen either of two soft fleshy milk-secreting glandular organs on the chest of a woman meat carved from the breast of a fowl the part of an animal's body that corresponds to a person's chest meet at breast level reach the summit (of a mountain) confront bodily
a process that impregnates something with calcium (or calcium salts) tissue hardened by deposition of lime salts an inflexible and unchanging state
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal give help or assistance; be of service improve the condition of be of use abstain from doing; always used with a negative help to some food; help with food or drink contribute to the furtherance of take or use improve; change for the better
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation work out gain through experience come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) come into existence; take on form or shape change the use of and make available or usable elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses create by training and teaching be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest;  grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment become technologically advanced cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development generate gradually grow emotionally or mature make visible by means of chemical solutions superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions move into a strategically more advantageous position elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme happen expand in the form of a series
of or relating to or near the groin
a passage by which a bodily fluid (especially blood) is diverted from one channel to another a conductor having low resistance in parallel with another device to divert a fraction of the current implant consisting of a tube made of plastic or rubber; for draining fluids within the body transfer to another track, of trains provide with or divert by means of an electrical shunt
loss of air pressure in a tire when a hole is made by some sharp object a small hole made by a sharp object the act of puncturing or perforating pierce with a pointed object; make a hole into make by piercing reduce or lessen the size or importance of cause to lose air pressure or collapse by piercing be pierced or punctured
a variable quantity that can be resolved into components a straight line segment whose length is magnitude and whose orientation in space is direction any agent (person or animal or microorganism) that carries and transmits a disease (genetics) a virus or other agent that is used to deliver DNA to a cell
a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression
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a graphic or vivid verbal description a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects representation by drawing or painting etc
light emitted during absorption of radiation of some other (invisible) wavelength
moral weakness a specific form of evildoing
tumor (usually benign) of the sheath surrounding a nerve
a specialized division of a large organization the territorial and administrative division of some countries (such as France) a specialized sphere of knowledge
a practitioner (of medicine or psychology) who does clinical work instead of laboratory experiments
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the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity sports equipment used in calisthenic exercises and weightlifting; it is not attached to anything and is raised and lowered by use of the hands and arms the relative importance granted to something an artifact that is heavy an oppressive feeling of heavy force a system of units used to express the weight of something a unit used to measure weight (statistics) a coefficient assigned to elements of a frequency distribution in order to represent their relative importance weight down with a load present with a bias
slang term for a woman having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other broad in scope or content not detailed or specific lacking subtlety; obvious being at a peak or culminating point very large in expanse or scope (of speech) heavily and noticeably regional showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
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a disorder characterized by deposit of amyloid in organs or tissues; often secondary to chronic rheumatoid arthritis or tuberculosis or multiple myeloma
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characterized by conscious design or purpose done or made or performed with purpose and intent
plasma is separated from whole blood and the rest is returned to the donor
a plane figure bounded by two radii and the included arc of a circle a social group that forms part of the society or the economy a particular aspect of life or activity the minimum track length that can be assigned to store information; unless otherwise specified a sector of data consists of 512 bytes a portion of a military position measuring instrument consisting of two graduated arms hinged at one end
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prepare and issue for public distribution or sale circulate or distribute or equip with bring out an official document (such as a warrant) come out of make out and issue
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with any mechanical force that tends to retard or oppose motion a material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms the military action of resisting the enemy's advance (medicine) the condition in which an organism can resist disease the capacity of an organism to defend itself against harmful environmental agents a secret group organized to overthrow a government or occupation force the degree of unresponsiveness of a disease-causing microorganism to antibiotics or other drugs (as in penicillin-resistant bacteria) (psychiatry) an unwillingness to bring repressed feelings into conscious awareness an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current group action in opposition to those in power
a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found a form of life assumed to exist outside the Earth or its atmosphere transfer property or ownership arouse hostility or indifference in where there had formerly been love, affection, or friendliness not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something being or from or characteristic of another place or part of the world
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an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose
not in agreement or harmony lacking in harmony
making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) the act of adjusting something to match a standard the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions) an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances
the part played by a person in bringing about a result a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity an amount of money contributed a writing for publication especially one of a collection of writings as an article or story
inflammation of the endocardium and heart valves
an important question that is in dispute and must be settled one of a series published periodically some situation or event that is thought about the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity) supplies (as food or clothing or ammunition) issued by the government the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon the immediate descendants of a person the becoming visible an opening that permits escape or release the act of issuing printed materials prepare and issue for public distribution or sale circulate or distribute or equip with bring out an official document (such as a warrant) come out of make out and issue
the physical property of being stiff and resisting bending the quality of being rigid and rigorously severe
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a simple compound whose molecules can join together to form polymers
the power to use something or someone a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs) the act or means of getting rid of something a kitchen appliance for disposing of garbage
in a stable solid fixed manner in a stable unchanging manner
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the act of gripping and pressing firmly to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition press firmly squeeze like a wedge into a tight space to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" obtain by coercion or intimidation press or force squeeze tightly between the fingers squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness squeeze or press together
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have as a part, be made up out of consider as part of something add as part of something else; put in as part of a set, group, or category allow participation in or the right to be part of; permit to exercise the rights, functions, and responsibilities of
in a very impressive manner in a dramatic manner with respect to dramatic value
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a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up arousal to violent emotion the act of setting something on fire
a female gametocyte that develops into an ovum after two meiotic divisions
a unit of magnetic flux equal to 100,000,000 maxwells
additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct information that confirms or verifies making something valid by formally ratifying or confirming it a ceremony held in the synagogue (usually at Pentecost) to admit as adult members of the Jewish community young men and women who have successfully completed a course of study in Judaism a sacrament admitting a baptized person to full participation in the church
hope for; have a wish prefer or wish to do something make or express a wish feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of order politely; express a wish for invoke upon
putting the wrong interpretation on
a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade names Prozac or Sarafem); it is thought to work by increasing the activity of serotonin in the brain
of or relating to the ilium
(medicine) puncture of a vein through the skin in order to withdraw blood for analysis or to start an intravenous drip or to inject medication or a radiopaque dye
an elementary particle with negative charge
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a blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body a major thoroughfare that bears important traffic
the act of consuming liquids the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess take in liquids consume alcohol propose a toast to be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
the arrangement of the body and its limbs characteristic way of bearing one's body a rationalized mental attitude capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others assume a posture as for artistic purposes
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a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo a place of refuge and comfort and security maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings) secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals) keep in one's possession; of animals hold back a thought or feeling about
intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
a brief written record a short personal letter a notation representing the pitch and duration of a musical sound a tone of voice that shows what the speaker is feeling a characteristic emotional quality a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank) a comment or instruction (usually added) high status importance owing to marked superiority a promise to pay a specified amount on demand or at a certain time make mention of notice or perceive observe with care or pay close attention to make a written note of
a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched) warm compassionate feelings a positive feeling of liking a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)
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divide society into social classes or castes form layers or strata develop different social levels, classes, or castes form, arrange, or deposit in layers render fertile and preserve by placing between layers of earth or sand
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decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion bring to a close reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation come to a close reach agreement on having come or been brought to a conclusion
small or little relative to something else limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent limited in size or scope (of children and animals) young, immature slight or limited; especially in degree or intensity or scope low or inferior in station or quality lowercase (of a voice) faint have fine or very small constituent particles not large but sufficient in size or amount made to seem smaller or less (especially in worth)
an angular or rounded shape made by folding a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock a group of sheep or goats a folded part (as in skin or muscle) a pen for sheep the act of folding bend or lay so that one part covers the other incorporate a food ingredient into a mixture by repeatedly turning it over without stirring or beating cease to operate or cause to cease operating confine in a fold, like sheep become folded or folded up
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field a general feeling of excitement and heightened interest a state of widespread public excitement and interest the faculty through which the external world is apprehended
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an angular or rounded shape made by folding a group of people who adhere to a common faith and habitually attend a given church a geological process that causes a bend in a stratum of rock a group of sheep or goats a folded part (as in skin or muscle) a pen for sheep the act of folding bend or lay so that one part covers the other incorporate a food ingredient into a mixture by repeatedly turning it over without stirring or beating cease to operate or cause to cease operating confine in a fold, like sheep become folded or folded up
relating to or near the pylorus
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decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion bring to a close reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation come to a close reach agreement on
neuralgia along the sciatic nerve
examination of body structures using a fluoroscope
any of various water-soluble compounds having a sour taste and capable of turning litmus red and reacting with a base to form a salt street name for lysergic acid diethylamide harsh or corrosive in tone being sour to the taste having the characteristics of an acid
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a radioactive transuranic element; discovered by bombarding curium with alpha particles the most common congenital disease; the child's lungs and intestines and pancreas become clogged with thick mucus; caused by defect in a single gene; no cure is known
occurring every hour or payable by the hour every hour; by the hour
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the month following August and preceding October
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an interconnected system of things or people (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals a system of intersecting lines or channels (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits communicate with and within a group
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the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something) stay in one place and anticipate or expect something wait before acting look forward to the probable occurrence of serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant being and remaining ready and available for use
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assets available for use in the production of further assets wealth in the form of money or property owned by a person or business and human resources of economic value a seat of government one of the large alphabetic characters used as the first letter in writing or printing proper names and sometimes for emphasis; capitals were kept in the upper half of the type case and so became known as upper-case letters" a center that is associated more than any other with some activity or product the federal government of the United States a book written by Karl Marx (1867) describing his economic theories the upper part of a column that supports the entablature first-rate of primary importance uppercase
a substance similar to stucco but exclusively applied to masonry walls cause to become give something useful or necessary to give an interpretation or rendition of give or supply pass down make over as a return give back to surrender someone or something to another show in, or as in, a picture coat with plastic or cement bestow restate (words) from one language into another language melt (fat or lard) in order to separate out impurities
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pertaining to any procedure involving two or more variables
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an award conferred by a college or university signifying that the recipient has satisfactorily completed a course of study a measure for arcs and angles the highest power of a term or variable a unit of temperature on a specified scale the seriousness of something (e.g., a burn or crime)
an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface any of various air-filled cavities especially in the bones of the skull a wide channel containing blood; does not have the coating of an ordinary blood vessel
a disorder of eating seen among young women who go on eating binges and then feel guilt and depression and self-condemnation pathologically insatiable hunger (especially when caused by brain lesions)
a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time a signal for attracting attention a device for showing the operating condition of some system (chemistry) a substance that changes color to indicate the presence of some ion or substance; can be used to indicate the completion of a chemical reaction or (in medicine) to test for a particular reaction
the commonest protein in muscle; a globulin that combines with actin to form actomyosin
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh being in its early stage not tried or tested by experience
feel or have a desire for; want strongly expect and wish express a desire for greatly desired wanted intensely
inquire into travel to or penetrate into examine minutely examine (organs) for diagnostic purposes
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the operation of introducing a catheter into the body
the state of lacking unity coming apart the distance between things sorting one thing from others the social act of separating or parting company the space where a division or parting occurs the termination of employment (by resignation or dismissal) (law) the cessation of cohabitation of man and wife (either by mutual agreement or under a court order) the act of dividing or disconnecting
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a line of small holes for tearing at a particular place a hole made in something the act of punching a hole (especially a row of holes as for ease of separation)
having given birth to one or more viable children
sorting and allocating aid on the basis of need for or likely benefit from medical treatment or food
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one who lives through affliction one who outlives another an animal that survives in spite of adversity
any of several plant glycoproteins that act like specific antibodies but are not antibodies in that they are not evoked by an antigenic stimulus
large or big relative to something else above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent fairly large or important in effect; influential ostentatiously lofty in style generous and understanding and tolerant conspicuous in position or importance having broad power and range and scope in an advanced stage of pregnancy
a narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative
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the act of departing go away from a place go and leave behind, either intentionally or by neglect or forgetfulness act or be so as to become in a specified state leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking move out of or depart from make a possibility or provide opportunity for; permit to be attainable or cause to remain have as a result or residue remove oneself from an association with or participation in put into the care or protection of someone leave or give by will after one's death have left or have as a remainder be survived by after one's death transmit (knowledge or skills) leave behind unintentionally
make a proposal, declare a plan for something drop a hint; intimate by a hint imply as a possibility suggest the necessity of an intervention; in medicine call to mind
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antidiabetic consisting of any of several drugs that reduce the level of glucose in the blood; used to treat diabetes mellitus
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the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge formal systematic questioning a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits) the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned
a hand tool for lifting loose material; consists of a curved container or scoop and a handle the quantity a shovel can hold a fire iron consisting of a small shovel used to scoop coals or ashes in a fireplace a machine for excavating dig with or as if with a shovel
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an ordered reference standard relative magnitude the ratio between the size of something and a representation of it a specialized leaf or bract that protects a bud or catkin a thin flake of dead epidermis shed from the surface of the skin (music) a series of notes differing in pitch according to a specific scheme (usually within an octave) a measuring instrument for weighing; shows amount of mass an indicator having a graduated sequence of marks a metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners) a flattened rigid plate forming part of the body covering of many animals measure by or as if by a scale pattern, make, regulate, set, measure, or estimate according to some rate or standard take by attacking with scaling ladders reach the highest point of climb up by means of a ladder remove the scales from measure with or as if with scales size or measure according to a scale
the month following March and preceding May
(usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward at risk of or subject to experiencing something usually unpleasant mentally quick and resourceful being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
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machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion a nonspecific agent that imparts motion travel or be transported in a vehicle conveying information to the muscles from the CNS causing or able to cause motion
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put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose be pertinent or relevant or applicable ask (for something) apply to a surface be applicable to; as to an analysis give or convey physically avail oneself to ensure observance of laws and rules;  refer (a word or name) to a person or thing apply oneself to
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any federal law-enforcement officer the central bank of the United States; incorporates 12 Federal Reserve branch banks and all national banks and state-chartered commercial banks and some trust companies provide as food give food to feed into; supply introduce continuously support or promote take in food; used of animals only serve as food for; be the food for move along, of liquids profit from in an exploitatory manner gratify provide with fertilizers or add nutrients to
the month following January and preceding March
a distinct feature or element in a problem a smooth surface (as of a bone or cut gemstone)
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anything that provides inspiration for later work a small apparently simple structure (as a fertilized egg) from which new tissue can develop into a complete organism a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use
show in, or as in, a picture give a description of make a portrait of represented graphically by sketch or design or lines
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes) a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge formal systematic questioning a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits) the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned
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extend in one or more directions become larger in size or volume or quantity make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity grow vigorously exaggerate or make bigger add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing expand the influence of
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substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides
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a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine travel in an automobile
severe hypothyroidism resulting in physical and mental stunting
a chronic skin disease characterized by dry red patches covered with scales; occurs especially on the scalp and ears and genitalia and the skin over bony prominences
the organic process of synthesizing and releasing some substance a functionally specialized substance (especially one that is not a waste) released from a gland or cell
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any agent that enhances milk production
an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a small part that can be considered separately from the whole extended treatment of particulars a crew of workers selected for a particular task a temporary military unit provide details for assign to a specific task
a narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative
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a small anatomically normal sac or bladderlike structure (especially one containing fluid)
the pathological state resulting from the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms (phonetics) the alteration of a speech sound under the influence of a neighboring sound (medicine) the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms and their multiplication which can lead to tissue damage and disease an incident in which an infectious disease is transmitted the communication of an attitude or emotional state among a number of people moral corruption or contamination (international law) illegality that taints or contaminates a ship or cargo rendering it liable to seizure
any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food the fur of a rabbit flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food hunt rabbits
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a chronic progressive disease characterized by chronic fatigue and muscular weakness (especially in the face and neck); caused by a deficiency of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junctions any muscular weakness
an adult female person (as opposed to a man) a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man a human female employed to do housework women as a class
be parallel to make or place parallel to something duplicate or match
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion some situation or event that is thought about
make stable and keep from fluctuating or put into an equilibrium support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace become stable or more stable made stable or firm
enlarge or increase grow or intensify
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committee formed by a special-interest group to raise money for their favorite political candidates
the spreading of a disease (especially cancer) to another part of the body
volcanic rock in which rounded cavities formed by expanding gas have subsequently become filled with mineral deposits shaped like an almond
any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something a formal series of statements showing that if one thing is true something else necessarily follows from it a measure of alcoholic strength expressed as an integer twice the percentage of alcohol present (by volume) (printing) an impression made to check for errors a trial photographic print from a negative the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something make or take a proof of, such as a photographic negative, an etching, or typeset knead to reach proper lightness read for errors activate by mixing with water and sometimes sugar or milk make resistant (to harm) (used in combination or as a suffix) able to withstand
tastelessness by virtue of being cheap and vulgar a projective technique using black-and-white pictures; subjects tell a story about each picture make lacework by knotting or looping
the 19th letter of the Greek alphabet
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the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods problem solving that involves numbers or quantities planning something carefully and intentionally
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charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government levy a tax on set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) use to the limit make a charge against or accuse
not tractable; difficult to manage or mold
a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn a hypothesis that is taken for granted the act of taking possession of or power over something celebration in the Roman Catholic Church of the Virgin Mary's being taken up into heaven when her earthly life ended; corresponds to the Dormition in the Eastern Orthodox Church (Christianity) the taking up of the body and soul of the Virgin Mary when her earthly life had ended audacious (even arrogant) behavior that you have no right to the act of assuming or taking for granted
treatment by stopping fibrillation of heart muscles (usually by electric shock delivered by a defibrillator)
not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially
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a woolen cap of Scottish origin
a serialized set of programs a periodical that appears at scheduled times in regular succession without gaps pertaining to or composed in serial technique pertaining to or occurring in or producing a series of or relating to the sequential performance of multiple operations
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a female person who has the same parents as another person a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and granite and quartz and sand; used as a semiconductor in transistors a complete metric system of units of measurement for scientists; fundamental quantities are length (meter) and mass (kilogram) and time (second) and electric current (ampere) and temperature (kelvin) and amount of matter (mole) and luminous intensity (candela) the syllable naming the seventh (subtonic) note of any musical scale in solmization
term of address for a man a title used before the name of knight or baronet
act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief become one have or possess in combination be or become joined or united or linked bring together for a common purpose or action or ideology or in a shared situation join or combine characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity of or relating to two people who are married to each other
a complex of concurrent things a pattern of symptoms indicative of some disease
with the terms of the relation reversed
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one a playing card or domino or die whose upward face shows six pips denoting a quantity consisting of six items or units
come to pass come to one's mind; suggest itself to be found to exist
transient presence of bacteria (or other microorganisms) in the blood
of or relating to or having bacteremia
an acute intestinal infection caused by ingestion of contaminated water or food
in place of, or as an alternative to on the contrary; rather (or instead), he wrote her a letter"
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events be overcome by a sudden fear cause sudden fear in or fill with sudden panic
estrangement from god an act that is regarded by theologians as a transgression of God's will ratio of the length of the side opposite the given angle to the length of the hypotenuse of a right-angled triangle (Akkadian) god of the Moon; counterpart of Sumerian Nanna the 21st letter of the Hebrew alphabet violent and excited activity commit a sin; violate a law of God or a moral law commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake
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relating to or affecting the viscera obtained through intuition rather than from reasoning or observation
(psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense the physical condition of being stretched or strained a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature) (physics) a stress that produces an elongation of an elastic physical body feelings of hostility that are not manifest the action of stretching something tight
characteristic of a mother relating to or derived from one's mother relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent related on the mother's side
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be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc. take charge of or deal with to accompany as a circumstance or follow as a result work for or be a servant to give heed (to)
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automatic data processing by electronic means without the use of tabulating cards or punched tapes
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a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another an obstacle on a golf course put forward, of a guess, in spite of possible refutation put at risk take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
the state of being tense and feeling pain an uncomfortable feeling of mental painfulness or distress
cruel or inhumane treatment a rude expression intended to offend or hurt improper or excessive use treat badly change the inherent purpose or function of something use foul or abusive language towards use wrongly or improperly or excessively
a joint between the distal end of the radius and the proximal row of carpal bones
socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear) man's close-fitting garment of the 16th and 17th centuries covering the legs and reaching up to the waist; worn with a doublet a flexible pipe for conveying a liquid or gas water with a hose
a person who is a member of an ethnic group denoting or deriving from or distinctive of the ways of living built up by a group of people not acknowledging the God of Christianity and Judaism and Islam
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a simple protein found in fish sperm; rich in arginine; simpler in composition than globulin or albumin; counteracts the anticoagulant effect of heparin
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(physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation any device serving as a source of illumination a particular perspective or aspect of a situation the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light an illuminated area a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination the visual effect of illumination on objects or scenes as created in pictures a person regarded very fondly having abundant light or illumination mental understanding as an enlightening experience merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance public awareness a divine presence believed by Quakers to enlighten and guide the soul a visual warning signal a device for lighting or igniting fuel or charges or fires make lighter or brighter begin to smoke to come to rest, settle cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat fall to somebody by assignment or lot alight from (a horse) of comparatively little physical weight or density (used of color) having a relatively small amount of coloring agent of the military or industry; using (or being) relatively small or light arms or equipment not great in degree or quantity or number psychologically light; especially free from sadness or troubles characterized by or emitting light (used of vowels or syllables) pronounced with little or no stress easily assimilated in the alimentary canal; not rich or heavily seasoned (used of soil) loose and large-grained in consistency (of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims moving easily and quickly; nimble demanding little effort; not burdensome of little intensity or power or force (physics, chemistry) not having atomic weight greater than average weak and likely to lose consciousness very thin and insubstantial marked by temperance in indulgence less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so having little importance intended primarily as entertainment; not serious or profound silly or trivial designed for ease of movement or to carry little weight having relatively few calories (of sleep) easily disturbed casual and unrestrained in sexual behavior with few burdens
surgical removal of the thyroid gland
make a break in destroy the peace or tranquility of interfere in someone else's activity terminate discontinued temporarily intermittently stopping and starting
a hard brittle grey polyvalent metallic element that resembles iron but is not magnetic; used in making steel; occurs in many minerals
being or containing a hydroxyl group
cavity forming the upper part of the pharynx
of or relating to locomotion
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behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality not characterized by a fixed principle or rate; at irregular intervals an irregular asymmetry in shape; an irregular spatial pattern irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis
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expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses drive by or as if by pulsation
cause (a chemical compound, vapour, solution, magnetic material) to unite with the greatest possible amount of another substance infuse or fill completely being the most concentrated solution possible at a given temperature; unable to dissolve still more of a substance used especially of organic compounds; having all available valence bonds filled (of color) being chromatically pure; not diluted with white or grey or black
in a close relation or position in time or space in an attentive manner in a close manner
the practice of cultivating the land or raising stock agriculture considered as an occupation or way of life be a farmer; work as a farmer collect fees or profits cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques relating to rural matters
make sense of; assign a meaning to give an interpretation or explanation to give an interpretation or rendition of create an image or likeness of restate (words) from one language into another language make sense of a language understood in a certain way; made sense of
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being ten more than one hundred twenty
(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart the rate at which the heart beats; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health edible seeds of various pod-bearing plants (peas or beans or lentils etc.) expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically produce or modulate (as electromagnetic waves) in the form of short bursts or pulses or cause an apparatus to produce pulses drive by or as if by pulsation
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being five more than one hundred thirty
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make impure make radioactive by adding radioactive material corrupted by contact or association rendered unwholesome by contaminants and pollution
one of greater rank or station or quality the head of a religious community a combatant who is able to defeat rivals the largest freshwater lake in the world; the deepest of the Great Lakes a town in northwest Wisconsin on Lake Superior across from Duluth a character or symbol set or printed or written above and immediately to one side of another character of high or superior quality or performance of or characteristic of high rank or importance (sometimes followed by `to') not subject to or influenced by written or printed above and to one side of another character having an orbit farther from the sun than the Earth's orbit having a higher rank (often followed by `to') above being affected or influenced by
make more complicated make more complex, intricate, or richer
of or relating to lines of longitude running lengthwise over an extended time
an arm off of a larger body of water (often between rocky headlands) an opening through which fluid is admitted to a tube or container
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not given medical care or treatment not subjected to chemical or physical treatment (of a specimen for study under a microscope) not treated with a reagent or dye
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judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) judge to be probable
a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place not capable of being reversed or returned to the original condition
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives select as an alternative over another see fit or proper to act in a certain way; decide to act in a certain way
the relation between propositions that cannot both be true at the same time the quality of being inconsistent and lacking a harmonious uniformity among things or parts
provide with a covering or cause to be covered form a cover over span an interval of distance, space or time provide for act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory travel across or pass over be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism hold within range of an aimed firearm to take an action to protect against future problems hide from view or knowledge protect or defend (a position in a game) maintain a check on; especially by patrolling protect by insurance make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities invest with a large or excessive amount of something help out by taking someone's place and temporarily assuming his responsibilities be sufficient to meet, defray, or offset the charge or cost of spread over a surface to conceal or protect cover as if with a shroud copulate with a female, used especially of horses put something on top of something else play a higher card than the one previously played be responsible for guarding an opponent in a game sit on (eggs) clothe, as if for protection from the elements overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
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any process serving to define the shape of something determine the essential quality of give a definition for the meaning of a word determine the nature of show the form or outline of decide upon or fix definitely
sing loudly and forcefully deliver a blow to fasten with a belt having or provided with a belt
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a loud resonant repeating noise a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles) a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) the act of colliding with something (computer science) an event that causes a computer system to become inoperative fall or come down violently move with, or as if with, a crashing noise undergo damage or destruction on impact move violently as through a barrier break violently or noisily; smash;  occupy, usually uninvited make a sudden loud sound enter uninvited; informal cause to crash hurl or thrust violently undergo a sudden and severe downturn stop operating sleep in a convenient place
drug (trade name Isuprel) used to treat bronchial asthma and to stimulate the heart
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a customary way of operation or behavior systematic training by multiple repetitions translating an idea into action the exercise of a profession knowledge of how something is usually done carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions learn by repetition engage in a rehearsal (of) avail oneself to engage in or perform
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the trait of being resolute a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote bring to an end; settle conclusively reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation reach a decision understand the meaning of make clearly visible find the solution cause to go into a solution
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forming or resembling an arch
make worse or less effective make imperfect diminished in strength, quality, or utility mentally or physically unfit
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nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication one of a class of artifacts a separate section of a legal document (as a statute or contract or will) (grammar) a determiner that may indicate the specificity of reference of a noun phrase bind by a contract; especially for a training period
a complex red organic pigment containing iron and other atoms to which oxygen binds
the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm small case into which an object fits
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showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth of the greatest intensity; complete far-reaching and thoroughgoing in effect especially on the nature of something coming from deep within one (of sleep) deep and complete situated at or extending to great depth; too deep to have been sounded or plumbed
a conveyance that transports passengers or freight in carriers suspended from cables and supported by a series of towers a four-wheeled wagon that runs on tracks in a mine a wheeled vehicle that runs on rails and is propelled by electricity travel by tram
not capable of being foretold unknown in advance not occurring at expected times
transfer to another transmit or serve as the medium for transmission broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television send from one person or place to another occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned drain consisting of a U-shaped section of drainpipe that holds liquid and so prevents a return flow of sewer gas something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares a device to hurl clay pigeons into the air for trapshooters the act of concealing yourself and lying in wait to attack by surprise informal terms for the mouth a light two-wheeled carriage a hazard on a golf course place in a confining or embarrassing position catch in or as if in a trap hold or catch as if in a trap to hold fast or prevent from moving
a drug that relaxes and relieves tension tending to relax or relieve muscular or nervous tension
of or relating to or located in or near the mitral valve relating to or resembling the miter worn by some clerics
a potent narcotic antagonist (trade name Narcan) especially effective with morphine
one millionth (1/1,000,000) gram
relating to or produced by radiography
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make a logical or causal connection be relevant to give an account of be in a relationship with have or establish a relationship to being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics connected by kinship, common origin, or marriage
a B vitamin that is used to treat pernicious anemia
an abrupt change in the course of a stream that forms the boundary between two parcels of land resulting in the loss of part of the land of one landowner and a consequent increase in the land of another a forcible tearing or surgical separation of one body part from another
being eight more than eighty
being nine more than eighty
increase twofold hit a two-base hit bend over or curl up, usually with laughter or pain do double duty; serve two purposes or have two functions bridge: make a demand for (a card or suit) make or do or perform again twice as great or many
a piece of furniture made up of sections that can be arranged individually or together relating to or based upon a section (i.e. as if cut through by an intersecting plane) consisting of or divided into sections related or limited to a distinct region or subdivision of a territory or community or group of people
being two more than eighty
being three more than eighty
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and eight being ten more than seventy
being one more than eighty
being six more than eighty
being seven more than eighty
roentgenographic examination of the bile ducts after a contrast medium has been injected
being five more than eighty
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the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
a loud resonant repeating noise a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles) a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures) the act of colliding with something (computer science) an event that causes a computer system to become inoperative fall or come down violently move with, or as if with, a crashing noise undergo damage or destruction on impact move violently as through a barrier break violently or noisily; smash;  occupy, usually uninvited make a sudden loud sound enter uninvited; informal cause to crash hurl or thrust violently undergo a sudden and severe downturn stop operating sleep in a convenient place
involving intelligence rather than emotions or instinct of or relating to the cerebrum or brain
the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract utter impulsively eject semen
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any structure that makes progress difficult the physical condition of blocking or filling a passage with an obstruction something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted the act of obstructing getting in someone's way
a magnetic tape recorder for recording (and playing back) TV programs
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the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities aiding the cause or policy or interests of something providing immaterial assistance to a person or cause or interest a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission documentary validation the financial means whereby one lives supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation the act of bearing the weight of or strengthening a musical part (vocal or instrumental) that supports or provides background for other musical parts any device that bears the weight of another thing financial resources provided to make some project possible give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to support materially or financially be behind; approve of be the physical support of; carry the weight of establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts adopt as a belief support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm argue or speak in defense of play a subordinate role to (another performer) be a regular customer or client of put up with something or somebody unpleasant
make into a whole or make part of a whole open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups become one; become integrated calculate the integral of; calculate by integration formed or united into a whole formed into a whole or introduced into another entity not segregated; designated as available to all races or groups resembling a living organism in organization or development
an assay that shows specific antigens in tissues by the use of markers that are either fluorescent dyes or enzymes (such as horseradish peroxidase)
a minimally invasive operation to repair a damaged joint; the surgeon examines the joint with an arthroscope while making repairs through a small incision
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with little or no delay in a punctual manner at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence)
a powerful cardiac stimulant obtained from foxglove any of several plants of the genus Digitalis
characterized by emotion
the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose
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a leukocyte with basophilic granules easily stained by basic stains
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken make amends for; pay compensation for move, travel, or proceed toward some place set straight or right give new life or energy to
of or involving the pancreas
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a fertilizer that is derived from animal or vegetable matter relating or belonging to the class of chemical compounds having a carbon basis being or relating to or derived from or having properties characteristic of living organisms involving or affecting physiology or bodily organs of or relating to foodstuff grown or raised without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides or hormones simple and healthful and close to nature constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup)
separate by race or religion; practice a policy of racial segregation divide from the main body or mass and collect separate or isolate (one thing) from another and place in a group apart from others separated or isolated from others or a main group
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram a purine base found in DNA and RNA; pairs with cytosine one of the four nucleotides used in building DNA; all four nucleotides have a common phosphate group and a sugar (ribose) the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100 a unit of force equal to the force exerted by gravity; used to indicate the force to which a body is subjected when it is accelerated a unit of information equal to 1000 megabytes or 10^9 (1,000,000,000) bytes a unit of information equal to 1024 mebibytes or 2^30 (1,073,741,824) bytes (physics) the universal constant relating force to mass and distance in Newton's law of gravitation the 7th letter of the Roman alphabet
the muscular system of an organism
the act of removing dismissal from office
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capable of being done with means at hand and circumstances as they are
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food poisoning from ingesting botulin; not infectious; affects the CNS; can be fatal if not treated promptly
of or relating to an electroencephalograph
inflammation of the uvea of the eye
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informal term for vacation
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result from this place from this time
the dialect of Ancient Greek spoken and written in Attica and Athens and Ionia containing or involving or occurring in the form of ions of or pertaining to the Ionic order of classical Greek architecture of or relating to Ionia or its inhabitants or its language
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(botany) a minute rudimentary plant contained within a seed or an archegonium an animal organism in the early stages of growth and differentiation that in higher forms merge into fetal stages but in lower forms terminate in commencement of larval life
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the largest tarsal bone; forms the human heel
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the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves (Greek mythology) a nymph who was spurned by Narcissus and pined away until only her voice remained a reply that repeats what has just been said a reflected television or radio or radar beam a close parallel of a feeling, idea, style, etc. an imitation or repetition to say again or imitate ring or echo with sound call to mind
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols several exercises intended to be done in series representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production an unofficial association of people or groups a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way the act of putting something in position a unit of play in tennis or squash the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization evil Egyptian god with the head of a beast that has high square ears and a long snout; brother and murderer of Osiris the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals put into a certain place or abstract location fix conclusively or authoritatively decide upon or fix definitely establish as the highest level or best performance put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state fix in a border make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly locate disappear beyond the horizon adapt for performance in a different way put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground apply or start become gelatinous set in type put into a position that will restore a normal state insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink) give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor urge to attack someone estimate equip with sails or masts get ready for a particular purpose or event alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard bear fruit arrange attractively (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed fixed and unmoving situated in a particular spot or position set down according to a plan:"a carefully laid table with places set for four people" being below the horizon determined or decided upon as by an authority converted to solid form (as concrete)
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a disease that is constantly present to a greater or lesser degree in people of a certain class or in people living in a particular location a plant that is native to a certain limited area of or relating to a disease (or anything resembling a disease) constantly present to greater or lesser extent in a particular locality native to or confined to a certain region originating where it is found
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a chemical process that combines several monomers to form a polymer or polymeric compound
(military) the part of the line of battle that projects closest to the enemy having a quality that thrusts itself into attention (of angles) pointing outward at an angle of less than 180 degrees represented as leaping (rampant but leaning forward)
a copy of a printed work offered for distribution the act of issuing printed materials the communication of something to the public; making information generally known the business of issuing printed matter for sale or distribution
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a tumor arising in the meninges which surround the brain and spinal cord; usually slow growing and sometimes malignant
an unknown and unexplored region anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found a variable whose values are solutions of an equation not known being or having an unknown or unnamed source not known to exist not famous or acclaimed not known before
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status established in order of importance or urgency preceding in time
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the use of chemical agents to treat or control disease (or mental illness)
put or introduce into something introduce fit snugly into insert casually
a major port of entry and the largest city in Washington; located in west central Washington on the protected waters of Puget Sound with the snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Range and Mount Ranier visible to the south and east; an aerospace and computer center; site of the University of Washington
a vertical spar for supporting sails nuts of forest trees (as beechnuts and acorns) accumulated on the ground nuts of forest trees used as feed for swine any sturdy upright pole
(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients) a periodically recurring phenomenon that alternately increases and decreases some quantity the rhythmic contraction and expansion of the arteries with each beat of the heart
relating to the lower jaw
surgical removal of a polyp
a secondary school (usually private) an institution for the advancement of art or science or literature a school for special training a learned establishment for the advancement of knowledge
change to the contrary turn inside out or upside down rule against cancel officially reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of turned inside out and resewn turned about in order or relation
a stretch of shallow water make shallow become shallow lacking physical depth; having little spatial extension downward or inward from an outer surface or backward or outward from a center not deep or strong; not affecting one deeply lacking depth of intellect or knowledge; concerned only with what is obvious
a small flat rectangular piece of glass on which specimens can be mounted for microscopic study (geology) the descent of a large mass of earth or rocks or snow etc. (music) rapid sliding up or down the musical scale plaything consisting of a sloping chute down which children can slide the act of moving smoothly along a surface while remaining in contact with it a transparency mounted in a frame; viewed with a slide projector sloping channel through which things can descend move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner to pass or move unobtrusively or smoothly move smoothly along a surface
manifest or bring back reflect deeply on a subject to throw or bend back (from a surface) be bright by reflecting or casting light show an image of give evidence of a certain behavior give evidence of the quality of causing reflection or having a device that reflects
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reproduce someone's behavior or looks create a representation or model of make a pretence of
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an artifact that is one of the individual parts of which a composite entity is made up; especially a part that can be separated from or attached to a system a member of a constituency; a citizen who is represented in a government by officials for whom he or she votes something determined in relation to something that includes it (grammar) a word or phrase or clause forming part of a larger grammatical construction an abstract part of something constitutional in the structure of something (especially your physical makeup)
the month following June and preceding August
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someone who imports or exports without paying duties someone who travels on foot by running a person who is employed to deliver messages or documents a baseball player on the team at bat who is on base (or attempting to reach a base) a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips a trained athlete who competes in foot races (football) the player who is carrying (and trying to advance) the ball on an offensive play a long narrow carpet device consisting of the parts on which something can slide along fish of western Atlantic: Cape Cod to Brazil
a relation of direct opposition the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction turning in the opposite direction a lapel on a woman's garment; turned back to show the reverse side change to the contrary turn inside out or upside down rule against cancel officially reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
present at birth but not necessarily hereditary; acquired during fetal development
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any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally
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caused by infection or capable of causing infection easily spread; children catch it from their elders"- Bertrand Russell of or relating to infection
the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase place limits on (extent or access) restrict or confine, "I limit you to two visits to the pub a day" decide upon or fix definitely restricting the scope or freedom of action strictly limiting the reference of a modified word or phrase
any of several blood diseases causing subcutaneous bleeding
a person who requires medical care the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
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an extended area of land a system of body parts that together serve some particular purpose a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain
a metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun an instance or single occasion for some event any of various small fasteners used to hold loose articles together an article of jewelry that can be clipped onto a hat or dress the act of clipping or snipping a sharp slanting blow sever or remove by pinching or snipping run at a moderately swift pace attach with a clip cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent
a person who rings church bells (as for summoning the congregation) a person who is almost identical to another a contestant entered in a competition under false pretenses (horseshoes) the successful throw of a horseshoe or quoit so as to encircle a stake or peg
not surgical
a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
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something that can be used as an official medium of payment someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another a formal proposal to buy at a specified price car attached to a locomotive to carry fuel and water a boat for communication between ship and shore ship that usually provides supplies to other ships offer or present for acceptance propose a payment make a tender of; in legal settlements make tender or more tender as by marinating, pounding, or applying a tenderizer given to sympathy or gentleness or sentimentality hurting young and immature having or displaying warmth or affection easy to cut or chew physically untoughened (used of boats) inclined to heel over easily under sail (of plants) not hardy; easily killed by adverse growing condition
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inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth
surgical incision into the abdominal wall; often done to examine abdominal organs
show the form or outline of determine the essential quality of trace the shape of make a mark or lines on a surface describe in vivid detail represented accurately or precisely
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make a logical or causal connection connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces be or become joined or united or linked link with or as with a yoke connected by a link, as railway cars or trailer trucks
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a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles; acts by enhancing the inhibitory actions of the neurotransmitter GABA; can also be used as an anticonvulsant drug in cases of nerve agent poisoning
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the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians a biased way of looking at or presenting something a member of a Germanic people who conquered England and merged with the Saxons and Jutes to become Anglo-Saxons move or proceed at an angle to incline or bend from a vertical position seek indirectly fish with a hook present with a bias
put into a new order or arrangement
a mixture of fat and flour heated and used as a basis for sauces
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elaborately or excessively ornamented inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
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the rhythmic property imparted by the accents and relative durations of notes in a piece of music
of or relating to olfaction
characterized by or following a curved line
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state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
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surgical removal of the adenoids; commonly performed along with tonsillectomy
a unit of power equal to 746 watts
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irregular or uneven in quality, texture, etc.
a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Lodine)
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an engagement fought between two military forces the act of fighting; any contest or struggle battle or contend against in or as if in a battle
a low-lying region in central France an area that is approximately central within some larger region a point equidistant from the ends of a line or the extremities of a figure a place where some particular activity is concentrated the sweet central portion of a piece of candy that is enclosed in chocolate or some other covering the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience the object upon which interest and attention focuses a cluster of nerve cells governing a specific bodily process a building dedicated to a particular activity move into the center direct one's attention on something
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causing or capable of causing harm
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any substance that promotes digestion relating to or having the power to cause or promote digestion
pertaining to biology or to life and living things
a local anesthetic (trade names Lidocaine and Xylocaine) used topically on the skin and mucous membranes
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a phosphoric ester of a nucleoside; the basic structural unit of nucleic acids (DNA or RNA)
a collection of things sharing a common attribute a body of students who are taught together people having the same social, economic, or educational status education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings a league ranked by quality a body of students who graduate together (biology) a taxonomic group containing one or more orders elegance in dress or behavior arrange or order by classes or categories
any of a group of organic substances essential in small quantities to normal metabolism
the transparent dome-shaped anterior portion of the outer covering of the eye; it covers the iris and pupil and is continuous with the sclera
pain in the thigh
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not representative of a group, class, or type deviating from normal expectations; somewhat odd, strange, or abnormal
one who does not side with any party in a war or dispute having no personal preference having only a limited ability to react chemically; chemically inactive not supporting or favoring either side in a war, dispute, or contest possessing no distinctive quality or characteristics having no hue lacking distinguishing quality or characteristics having no net electric charge
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the branch of medical science dealing with the classification of disease
send via the postal service cause to be directed or transmitted to another place wearing protective mail
issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
a quantity that is added the advantageous quality of being beneficial the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input the amount by which the revenue of a business exceeds its cost of operating obtain win something through one's efforts derive a benefit from reach a destination, either real or abstract obtain advantages, such as points, etc. rise in rate or price increase or develop earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages increase (one's body weight)
swell or protrude outwards bulge out; form a bulge outward, or be so full as to appear to bulge bulge outward cause to bulge or swell outwards curving or bulging outward curving outward
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another a risk involving danger a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible the possibility of future success be the case by chance take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome come upon, as if by accident; meet with
be in accord; be in agreement consent or assent to a condition, or agree to do something be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics go together show grammatical agreement be agreeable or suitable achieve harmony of opinion, feeling, or purpose united by being of the same opinion
make automatic or control or operate automatically operated by automation
of or relating to or involving or practicing endodontics
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restricted to something
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an act of formulating a program for a definite course of action the act or process of drawing up plans or layouts for some project or enterprise the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening have the will and intention to carry out some action make plans for something make or work out a plan for; devise make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
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poisonous to nerves or nerve cells
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an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight) an anxious feeling a feeling of profound respect for someone or something be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event be afraid or scared of; be frightened of be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement be uneasy or apprehensive about regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
the eruption through the gums of baby teeth the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal
of or derived from the cortex of the adrenal glands
a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote) argue with one another think about carefully; weigh discuss the pros and cons of an issue have an argument about something
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a legal proceeding in a court; a judicial contest to determine and enforce legal rights
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount (literal meaning) being at or having a relatively great or specific elevation or upward extension (sometimes used in combinations like `knee-high') standing above others in quality or position used of sounds and voices; high in pitch or frequency happy and excited and energetic (used of the smell of meat) smelling spoiled or tainted slightly and pleasantly intoxicated from alcohol or a drug (especially marijuana)
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in a stupid manner in a concentrated manner
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arising in or stimulated by nerve tissues
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a metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter
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maintain or assert take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom require as useful, just, or proper
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the property of being truncated or short the replacement of an edge or solid angle (as in cutting a gemstone) by a plane (especially by a plane that is equally inclined to the adjacent faces) the act of cutting short
public transport consisting of a bus or train that stops at all stations or stops anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area of or belonging to or characteristic of a particular locality or neighborhood affecting only a restricted part or area of the body
not belonging to or not allowing affiliation with a trade union
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12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night
identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis subject to a medical analysis
amino acid that is formed in the liver and converted into dopamine in the brain
the branch of medicine concerned with the eye and its diseases
relating to or associated with the cerebellum
the words that are spoken the text of a popular song or musical-comedy number language that is spoken or written an angry dispute words making up the dialogue of a play a unit of language that native speakers can identify a brief statement information about recent and important events a verbal command for action an exchange of views on some topic a promise a word is a string of bits stored in computer memory the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group the sacred writings of the Christian religions put into words or an expression
a doctor's degree in dental medicine
destroy by fire shine intensely, as if with heat undergo combustion cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort cause to burn or combust feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion cause to undergo combustion burn at the stake spend (significant amounts of money) feel hot or painful burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun create by duplicating data use up (energy) burn with heat, fire, or radiation treated by heating to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point destroyed or badly damaged by fire ruined by overcooking
collapse caused by exposure to excessive heat
the 17th letter of the Roman alphabet
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have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical bring to an end or halt be the end of; be the last or concluding part of put an end to having come or been brought to a conclusion
the result of mathematical differentiation; the instantaneous change of one quantity relative to another; df(x)/dx a quality that differentiates between similar things a bevel gear that permits rotation of two shafts at different speeds; used on the rear axle of automobiles to allow wheels to rotate at different speeds on curves relating to or showing a difference involving or containing one or more derivatives
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grow vigorously make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
capable of being avoided or warded off
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort learn or discover with certainty
the state of being split or cleft the breaking of a chemical bond in a molecule resulting in smaller molecules (embryology) the repeated division of a fertilised ovum the line formed by a groove between two parts (especially the separation between a woman's breasts) the act of cleaving or splitting
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all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age group of genetically related organisms constituting a single step in the line of descent the normal time between successive generations a stage of technological development or innovation a coming into being the production of heat or electricity the act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production
a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the visual percept of a region the act of looking or seeing or observing the range of the eye a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof purpose; the phrase `with a view to' means `with the intention of' or `for the purpose of' graphic art consisting of the graphic or photographic representation of a visual percept the range of interest or activity that can be anticipated outward appearance deem to be look at carefully; study mentally see or watch
of or relating to prediction; having value for making predictions
required activity anything indispensable something that is required in advance
a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues
the condition in which a standard has been successfully established the imposition of standards or regulations the act of checking or adjusting (by comparison with a standard) the accuracy of a measuring instrument
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract take on a certain form, attribute, or aspect come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes) locate (a moving entity) by means of a tracking system such as radar win something through one's efforts gain knowledge or skills gain through experience gotten through environmental forces
of or relating to occurring in a tube such as e.g. the Fallopian tube or Eustachian tube
characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination (of a liquid) agitated vigorously; in a state of turbulence
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any admirable quality or attribute the quality of being deserving (e.g., deserving assistance) be worthy or deserving
an X ray of an artery filled with a contrast medium
a complex neural structure (shaped like a sea horse) consisting of grey matter and located on the floor of each lateral ventricle; intimately involved in motivation and emotion as part of the limbic system; has a central role in the formation of memories seahorses
within the system of ventricles in the brain
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a result a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation the manner in which something is greeted a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange the manner in which an electrical or mechanical device responds to an input signal or a range of input signals
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a drug used to treat an abnormal heart rhythm
hereditary disorder in which ossification of the labyrinth of the inner ear causes tinnitus and eventual deafness
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an important or influential (and often overbearing) person
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an act of gracious kindness an advantage to the benefit of someone or something an inclination to approve a feeling of favorable regard souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party promote over another consider as the favorite treat gently or carefully bestow a privilege upon
put to use have and exercise make a great effort at a mental or physical task
the act of designating or identifying something evidence of identity; something that identifies a person or thing the condition of having the identity (of a person or object) established the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering the attribution to yourself (consciously or unconsciously) of the characteristics of another person (or group of persons)
move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut become closed cease to operate or cause to cease operating finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.) come to a close complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement be priced or listed when trading stops engage at close quarters cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact come together, as if in an embrace draw near bring together all the elements or parts of bar access to fill or stop up unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead not open or affording passage or access (set theory) of an interval that contains both its endpoints not open used especially of mouth or eyes requiring union membership with shutters closed not open to the general public not having an open mind blocked against entry
a dark oil consisting mainly of hydrocarbons not carefully or expertly made conspicuously and tastelessly indecent not refined or processed belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment not processed or subjected to analysis
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an eye disease that involves the clouding or opacification of the natural lens of the eye a large waterfall; violent rush of water over a precipice
large egg-shaped structures of grey matter that form the dorsal subdivision of the diencephalon
the quality of being subject to variation the quality of being uneven and lacking uniformity
careful consideration have a certain weight show consideration for; take into account determine the weight of have weight; have import, carry weight to be oppressive or burdensome
a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge
an open or empty space in or between things a ceremony accompanying the start of some enterprise becoming open or being made open the first performance (as of a theatrical production) the act of opening something opportunity especially for employment or promotion the initial part of the introduction a possible alternative an aperture or hole that opens into a bodily cavity a vacant or unobstructed space that is man-made an entrance equipped with a hatch; especially a passageway between decks of a ship a recognized sequence of moves at the beginning of a game of chess the first of a series of actions cause to open or to become open start to operate or function or cause to start operating or functioning become open begin or set in action, of meetings, speeches, recitals, etc. spread out or open from a closed or folded state make available become available have an opening or passage or outlet make the opening move afford access to display the contents of a file or start an application as on a computer first or beginning
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any liquid suitable for drinking
an administrative unit of government a business that serves other businesses the state of being in action or exerting power the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent how a result is obtained or an end is achieved
relating to or affecting the infant during the first month after birth
a fast-growing malignant brain tumor composed of spongioblasts; nearly always fatal
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee a workplace; as in the expression "on the job";  an object worked on; a result produced by working the responsibility to do something the performance of a piece of work a damaging piece of work a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved a Jewish hero in the Old Testament who maintained his faith in God in spite of afflictions that tested him any long-suffering person who withstands affliction without despairing (computer science) a program application that may consist of several steps but is a single logical unit a book in the Old Testament containing Job's pleas to God about his afflictions and God's reply a crime (especially a robbery) profit privately from public office and official business arranged for contracted work to be done by others work occasionally invest at a risk
a proposal intended to explain certain facts or observations a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence
a normal ongoing process that dissolves fibrin and results in the removal of small blood clots
someone who abuses
grow worse refuse to accept show unwillingness towards grow smaller go down go down in value inflect for number, gender, case, etc., "in many languages, speakers decline nouns, pronouns, and adjectives"
a separate part of a whole an item that is an instance of some type;  a portion of a natural object a musical work that has been created an instance of some kind an artistic or literary composition a portable gun a serving that has been cut from a larger portion a distance a work of art of some artistic value a period of indeterminate length (usually short) marked by some action or condition a share of something game equipment consisting of an object used in playing certain board games to join or unite the pieces of create by putting components or members together join during spinning eat intermittently; take small bites of repair by adding pieces
surgical removal of the gall bladder (usually for relief of gallstone pain)
the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent someone who responds
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the month following March and preceding May
a seal (especially one used to mark documents officially)
move backward in an orbit, of celestial bodies move in a direction contrary to the usual one move back go back over get worse or fall back to a previous condition moving from east to west on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in a direction opposite to that of the Earth of amnesia; affecting time immediately preceding trauma going from better to worse moving or directed or tending in a backward direction or contrary to a previous direction
with safety; in a safe manner
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief the enclosed land around a house or other building a tract of land cleared for some special purposes (recreation or burial etc.) a justification for something existing or happening dregs consisting of solid particles (especially of coffee) that form a residue the solid part of the earth's surface a rational motive for a belief or action the loose soft material that makes up a large part of the land surface a relation that provides the foundation for something a position to be won or defended in battle (or as if in battle) the part of a scene (or picture) that lies behind objects in the foreground material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) a relatively homogeneous percept extending back of the figure on which attention is focused a connection between an electrical device and a large conducting body, such as the earth (which is taken to be at zero voltage) (art) the surface (as a wall or canvas) prepared to take the paint for a painting the first or preliminary coat of paint or size applied to a surface fix firmly and stably confine or restrict to the ground place or put on the ground instruct someone in the fundamentals of a subject bring to the ground hit or reach the ground throw to the ground in order to stop play and avoid being tackled behind the line of scrimmage hit a groundball hit onto the ground cover with a primer; apply a primer to connect to a ground use as a basis for; found on
arrange in a sequence determine the order of constituents in
of or relating to toxicology
poorly stated or described not clear to the mind not easily deciphered
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect (anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure a difficult or awkward situation a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain) a layer of material that encloses space a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden) an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes surround with a wall in order to fortify
substance that inhibits oxidation or inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen or peroxides
a surrounding or nearby region
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change toward something smaller or lower the statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original) the act of decreasing or reducing something
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a painful burning sensation in the chest caused by gastroesophageal reflux (backflow from the stomach irritating the esophagus); symptomatic of an ulcer or a diaphragmatic hernia or other disorder
serial arrangement in which things follow in logical order or a recurrent pattern a following of one thing after another in time film consisting of a succession of related shots that develop a given subject in a movie the action of following in order several repetitions of a melodic phrase in different keys arrange in a sequence determine the order of constituents in
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) an attitude of admiration or esteem a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard behavior intended to please your parents a feeling of friendship and esteem courteous regard for people's feelings regard highly; think much of show respect towards
relating to or affecting the lungs
pull back or move away or backward withdraw from active participation release from something that holds fast, connects, or entangles cause to be returned take back what one has said keep away from others break from a meeting or gathering retire gracefully remove (a commodity) from (a supply source) lose interest make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract withdrawn from society; seeking solitude tending to reserve or introspection
a graphical recording of the cardiac cycle produced by an electrocardiograph
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a sizeable hole (usually in the ground) space that is surrounded by something soft decayed area in a tooth; progressive decay can lead to the death of a tooth (anatomy) a natural hollow or sinus within the body
a visual display of information a map designed to assist navigation by air or sea make a chart of plan in detail represent by means of a graph
show a response or a reaction to something react verbally respond favorably or as hoped
pertaining to the drawing in phase of respiration
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the discharge of a fluid from some container the process of flowing out a natural flow of ground water
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pressure exerted by the fluids inside the eyeball; regulated by resistance to the outward flow of aqueous humor
any of a class of antibodies produced in the laboratory by a single clone of cells or a cell line and consisting of identical antibody molecules forming or derived from a single clone
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a determining or causal element or factor the site on the surface of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself a square matrix used to solve simultaneous equations having the power or quality of deciding
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the time of life when sex glands become functional
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the property of having one dimension
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
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make certain of be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
have a conference in order to talk something over present
the temporal end; the concluding time the last or lowest in an ordering or series a person's dying act; the final thing a person can do the time at which life ends; continuing until dead a unit of weight equal to 4,000 pounds a unit of capacity for grain equal to 80 bushels the concluding parts of an event or occurrence holding device shaped like a human foot that is used to fashion or repair shoes persist for a specified period of time continue to live through hardship or adversity immediately past coming after all others in time or space or degree or being the only one remaining occurring at or forming an end or termination most unlikely or unsuitable occurring at the time of death conclusive in a process or progression highest in extent or degree not to be altered or undone lowest in rank or importance most_recently the item at the end
an event that repeats the act of doing or performing again the repeated use of the same word or word pattern as a rhetorical device
the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech something presented as a gift a verb tense that expresses actions or states at the time of speaking give an exhibition of to an interested audience bring forward and present to the mind perform (a play), especially on a stage hand over formally introduce give, especially as an honor or reward give as a present; make a gift of deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) cause to come to know personally represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration being or existing in a specified place
impaired articulatory ability resulting from defects in the peripheral motor nerves or in the speech musculature
surgical removal of a blood clot (thrombus) from a blood vessel
forsake, leave behind give up with the intent of never claiming again leave behind empty; move out of stop maintaining or insisting on; of ideas or claims leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch forsaken by owner or inhabitants free from constraint
a set whose members are members of another set; a set contained within another set
(computer science) memory whose contents can be accessed and read but cannot be changed
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the act of expelling or projecting or ejecting the act of forcing out someone or something
(anatomy) a somewhat rounded subdivision of a bodily organ or part (botany) a part into which a leaf is divided the enhanced response of an antenna in a given direction as indicated by a loop in its radiation pattern a rounded projection that is part of a larger structure propel in a high arc
of or relating to an electrocardiograph
the person or thing chosen or selected the act of choosing or selecting one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen
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a wild primitive state untouched by civilization a wild and uninhabited area left in its natural condition marked by extreme lack of restraint or control in a natural state; not tamed or domesticated or cultivated in a state of extreme emotion deviating widely from an intended course (of colors or sounds) intensely vivid or loud without a basis in reason or fact talking or behaving irrationally involving risk or danger fanciful and unrealistic; foolish located in a dismal or remote area; desolate intensely enthusiastic about or preoccupied with without civilizing influences (of the elements) as if showing violent anger in an uncontrolled and rampant manner in a wild or undomesticated manner
of or relating to or constituting a phenotype
single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance a relatively thin sheetlike expanse or region lying over or under another an abstract place usually conceived as having depth a hen that lays eggs thin structure composed of a single thickness of cells make or form a layer
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration an animal that has undergone mutation tending to undergo or resulting from mutation
a design or figure that consists of recurring shapes or colors, as in architecture or decoration a theme that is repeated or elaborated in a piece of music a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work
the sound of a bell ringing the giving of a ring as a token of engagement having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify
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an aromatic gum resin obtained from various Arabian or East African trees; formerly valued for worship and for embalming and fumigation (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result in the way indicated; (`thusly' is a nonstandard variant)
an oral antibiotic (trade name Chloromycetin) used to treat serious infections (especially typhoid fever)
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(biology) release of material by splitting open of an organ or tissue; the natural bursting open at maturity of a fruit or other reproductive body to release seeds or spores or the bursting open of a surgically closed wound
consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs having more than one decidedly dissimilar aspects or qualities; public preaching and private influence"- R.W.Emerson a grammatical number category referring to two items or units as opposed to one item (singular) or more than two items (plural)
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a tumor arising in the meninges which surround the brain and spinal cord; usually slow growing and sometimes malignant
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by chance
any enzyme that catalyzes the splitting of proteins into smaller peptide fractions and amino acids by a process known as proteolysis
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energy that is radiated or transmitted in the form of rays or waves or particles the act of spreading outward from a central source syndrome resulting from exposure to ionizing radiation (e.g., exposure to radioactive chemicals or to nuclear explosions); low doses cause diarrhea and nausea and vomiting and sometimes loss of hair; greater exposure can cause sterility and cataracts and some forms of cancer and other diseases; severe exposure can cause death within hours the spontaneous emission of a stream of particles or electromagnetic rays in nuclear decay the spread of a group of organisms into new habitats a radial arrangement of nerve fibers connecting different parts of the brain (medicine) the treatment of disease (especially cancer) by exposure to a radioactive substance
a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece a marking that consists of lines that cross each other a representation of the structure on which Jesus was crucified; used as an emblem of Christianity or in heraldry any affliction that causes great suffering (genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or animals of different varieties or breeds or species (genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids travel across or pass over meet at a point hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of fold so as to resemble a cross to cover or extend over an area or time period meet and pass trace a line through or across breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis annoyed and irritable
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization) anything that belongs to a set or class an external body part that projects from the body an organization that is a member of another organization (especially a state that belongs to a group of nations) the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)
contrary to your interests or welfare in an opposing direction
an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number the quality of being united into one
of or relating to the science of geography determined by geography
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent fairly large or important in effect; influential ostentatiously lofty in style generous and understanding and tolerant conspicuous in position or importance having broad power and range and scope in an advanced stage of pregnancy
any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange an individual or group or structure or other entity regarded as a structural or functional constituent of a whole an organization regarded as part of a larger social group a single undivided whole a single undivided natural thing occurring in the composition of something else an assemblage of parts that is regarded as a single entity
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure hard to control
occurring singly; not one of a pair
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the membrane that lines the cavities of the heart and forms part of the heart valves
people collectively who are mentally retarded cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate be delayed slow the growth or development of lose velocity; move more slowly relatively slow in mental or emotional or physical development
a drug (trade names Atarax and Vistaril) used as a tranquilizer to treat anxiety and motion sickness
involving metabolism
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cause to come to know personally bring something new to an environment introduce bring in a new person or object into a familiar environment bring in or establish in a new place or environment put or introduce into something bring before the public for the first time, as of an actor, song, etc. put before (a body) furnish with a preface or introduction be a precursor of
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines
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a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over (zoology) an encircling band or marking around the neck of any animal anything worn or placed about the neck a short ring fastened over a rod or shaft to limit, guide, or secure a machine part the stitching that forms the rim of a shoe or boot a band of leather or rope that is placed around an animal's neck as a harness or to identify it necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck a figurative restraint the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) take into custody seize by the neck or collar furnish with a collar
the process of becoming warmer; a rising temperature warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt get warm or warmer make warm or warmer imparting heat producing the sensation of heat when applied to the body
the act of arranging in a graduated series act of measuring or arranging or adjusting according to a scale ascent by or as if by a ladder measure by or as if by a scale pattern, make, regulate, set, measure, or estimate according to some rate or standard take by attacking with scaling ladders reach the highest point of climb up by means of a ladder remove the scales from measure with or as if with scales size or measure according to a scale
bind or tie together, as with a band attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify identified with a band especially around a leg marked with bands or strips of contrasting color or texture characterized by a band of especially white around the body
arising or occurring between species
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an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries the people of England the discipline that studies the English language and literature (sports) the spin given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a sharp twist of or relating to or characteristic of England or its culture or people of or relating to the English language
enter upon an activity or enterprise accept as a challenge promise to do or accomplish enter into a contractual arrangement accept as a charge
the perception that something has occurred or some state exists becoming aware of something via the senses perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles detect some circumstance or entity automatically become aware of not through the senses but instinctively comprehend
movement that causes the formation of a curve the property of being bent or deflected the act of bending something form a curve change direction cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form bend one's back forward from the waist on down turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest bend a joint
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according to routine or established practice
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect have a certain outward or facial expression search or seek be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to take charge of or deal with convey by one's expression look forward to the probable occurrence of accord in appearance with have faith or confidence in
inflammation of the lining of the stomach; nausea and loss of appetite and discomfort after eating
a decrease of transmitted power in a mechanical system caused by slipping decline from a standard level of performance or achievement failing to hold or slipping out of place
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come into possession of receive a specified treatment (abstract) be valid, applicable, or true
a white insoluble fibrous protein formed by the action of thrombin on fibrinogen when blood clots; it forms a network that traps red cells and platelets
a chronic disease of unknown cause marked by the formation of nodules in the lungs and liver and lymph glands and salivary glands
a large muscle that raises the lower jaw and is used in chewing
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capable of contracting or being contracted
in or relating to the duodenum
a midwestern state in north-central United States a member of the Algonquian people formerly of Illinois and regions to the west the Algonquian language of the Illinois and Miami
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activity that is a malfunction, intrusion, or interruption an unhappy and worried mental state a disorderly outburst or tumult a noisy fight the act of disturbing something or someone; setting something in motion (psychiatry) a psychological disorder of thought or emotion; a more neutral term than mental illness electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication
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the physiological state produced by a poison or other toxic substance the act of giving poison to a person or animal with the intent to kill spoil as if by poison kill with poison add poison to kill by its poison administer poison to
a geometric element that has position but no extension the precise location of something; a spatially limited location a brief version of the essential meaning of something an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process an instant of time the object of an activity a V shape a very small circular shape the unit of counting in scoring a game or contest a promontory extending out into a large body of water a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list a style in speech or writing that arrests attention and has a penetrating or convincing quality or effect an outstanding characteristic sharp end any of 32 horizontal directions indicated on the card of a compass a linear unit used to measure the size of type; approximately 1/72 inch one percent of the total principal of a loan; it is paid at the time the loan is made and is independent of the interest on the loan a punctuation mark (.) placed at the end of a declarative sentence to indicate a full stop or after abbreviations a V-shaped mark at one end of an arrow pointer the dot at the left of a decimal fraction the property of a shape that tapers to a sharp tip a distinguishing or individuating characteristic the gun muzzle's direction a wall socket a contact in the distributor; as the rotor turns its projecting arm contacts them and current flows to the spark plugs indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively be oriented direct into a position for use direct the course; determine the direction of travelling be a signal for or a symptom of sail close to the wind mark (Hebrew words) with diacritics mark with diacritics mark (a psalm text) to indicate the points at which the music changes be positionable in a specified manner intend (something) to move towards a certain goal indicate the presence of (game) by standing and pointing with the muzzle give a point to repair the joints of bricks
the quality of being capable -- physically or intellectually or legally the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment an aptitude that may be developed
an athletic competition in which a disk-shaped object is thrown as far as possible a disk used in throwing competitions to consider or examine in speech or writing speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception a legal proceeding that creates a parent-child relation between persons not related by blood; the adopted child is entitled to all privileges belonging to a natural child of the adoptive parents (including the right to inherit) the appropriation (of ideas or words etc) from another source
pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm having power to arouse interest having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull; 
an agranulocytic leukocyte that normally makes up a quarter of the white blood cell count but increases in the presence of infection
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a slender tubular instrument used to examine the bronchial tubes
exactly alike; incapable of being perceived as different being the exact same one; not any other: (of twins) derived from a single egg or ovum having properties with uniform values along all axes coinciding exactly when superimposed
the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water) garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering clean with some chemical process cleanse (one's body) with soap and water cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water move by or as if by water be capable of being washed admit to testing or proof separate dirt or gravel from (precious minerals) apply a thin coating of paint, metal, etc., to remove by the application of water or other liquid and soap or some other cleaning agent form by erosion make moist wash or flow against to cleanse (itself or another animal) by licking
the process of totally saturating something with a substance the act of soaking thoroughly with a liquid a condition in which a quantity no longer responds to some external influence chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue
people who are sick eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit affected with madness or insanity having a strong distaste from surfeit (of light) lacking in intensity or brightness; dim or feeble deeply affected by a strong feeling shockingly repellent; inspiring horror
purported; commonly put forth or accepted as true on inconclusive grounds
make or form a layer
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the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about know how to do or perform something be aware of the truth of something; have a belief or faith in something; regard as true beyond any doubt be familiar or acquainted with a person or an object have firsthand knowledge of states, situations, emotions, or sensations accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority have fixed in the mind have sexual intercourse with know the nature or character of be able to distinguish, recognize as being different perceive as familiar
cranial nerve that supplies facial muscles care for the face that usually involves cleansing and massage and the application of cosmetic creams of or concerning the face of or pertaining to the outside surface of an object
require as useful, just, or proper cause to be a concomitant
the state of demanding notice or attention the print media responsible for gathering and publishing news in the form of newspapers or magazines a machine used for printing a dense crowd of people a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes clamp to prevent wooden rackets from warping when not in use any machine that exerts pressure to form or shape or cut materials or extract liquids or compress solids a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then smoothly lifted overhead the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure exert pressure or force to or upon force or impel in an indicated direction to be oppressive or burdensome place between two surfaces and apply weight or pressure squeeze or press together crowd closely create by pressing be urgent exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for press from a plastic make strenuous pushing movements during birth to expel the baby press and smooth with a heated iron lift weights ask for or request earnestly
an event that departs from expectations (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups a variable quantity that is random something a little different from others of the same type
a language unit by which a person or thing is known a person's reputation family based on male descent a well-known or notable person by the sanction or authority of a defamatory or abusive word or phrase assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property charge with a function; charge to be create and charge with a task or function mention and identify by name make reference to identify as in botany or biology, for example give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
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providing assistance or serving a useful function
sound loudly and sonorously ring or echo with sound make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify shaped like a ring having colored rings around the body wearing a wedding ring; lawfully married
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the dissolved matter in a solution; the component of a solution that changes its state
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a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there a vast multitude an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers) archaic terms for army any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor the owner or manager of an inn a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network be the host of or for
the state of being flexed (as of a joint) deviation from a straight or normal course act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased
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(obstetrics) the number of liveborn children a woman has delivered (mathematics) a relation between a pair of integers: if both integers are odd or both are even they have the same parity; if one is odd and the other is even they have different parity (computer science) a bit that is used in an error detection procedure in which a 0 or 1 is added to each group of bits so that it will have either an odd number of 1's or an even number of 1's; e.g., if the parity is odd then any group of bits that arrives with an even number of 1's must contain an error (physics) parity is conserved in a universe in which the laws of physics are the same in a right-handed system of coordinates as in a left-handed system functional equality
be greater in scope or size than some standard be superior or better than some standard be or do something to a greater degree
a long-acting barbiturate used as a sedative
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being five more than one hundred ten
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being ten more than one hundred
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the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases
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a future prospect or potential capability of existing or happening or being true a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena a possible alternative
an advantage held by a competitor in a race a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey evidence pointing to a possible solution a position of leadership (especially in the phrase `take the lead') the angle between the direction a gun is aimed and the position of a moving target (correcting for the flight time of the missile) the introductory section of a story (sports) the score by which a team or individual is winning an actor who plays a principal role (baseball) the position taken by a base runner preparing to advance to the next base an indication of potential opportunity a news story of major importance the timing of ignition relative to the position of the piston in an internal-combustion engine restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal thin strip of metal used to separate lines of type in printing mixture of graphite with clay in different degrees of hardness; the marking substance in a pencil a jumper that consists of a short piece of wire the playing of a card to start a trick in bridge take somebody somewhere have as a result or residue tend to or result in travel in front of; go in advance of others cause to undertake a certain action stretch out over a distance, space, time, or scope; run or extend between two points or beyond a certain point be in charge of be ahead of others; be the first be conducive to lead, as in the performance of a composition; Barenboim conducted the Chicago symphony for years" lead, extend, or afford access move ahead (of others) in time or space cause something to pass or lead somewhere preside over
an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape soft watery rot in fruits and vegetables caused by fungi a euphemism for urination the discharge of a fluid from some container unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information tell anonymously be leaked enter or escape as through a hole or crack or fissure have an opening that allows light or substances to enter or go out
the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical to incline or bend from a vertical position cause to lean or incline have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined rely on for support cause to lean to the side lacking excess flesh lacking in mineral content or combustible material containing little excess not profitable or prosperous
some conspicuous object used to distinguish or mark something a distinguishing symbol a writing implement for making a mark
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage the action of touching with the hands (or the skillful use of the hands) or by the use of mechanical means
a surface-active chemical widely used in industry and laundering a cleansing agent that differs from soap but can also emulsify oils and hold dirt in suspension having cleansing power
discover the location of; determine the place of; find by searching or examining determine or indicate the place, site, or limits of, as if by an instrument or by a survey assign a location to take up residence and become established
of or relating to atherosclerosis
an enzyme that catalyses the biochemical reduction of some specified substance
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consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning break down into components or essential features make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features subject to psychoanalytic treatment
of or relating to the medical care of children
the branch of medical science dealing with the transmission and control of disease
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a lighting fixture that uses a fluorescent lamp emitting light during exposure to radiation from an external source brilliantly colored and apparently giving off light
an investigation of the component parts of a whole and their relations in making up the whole the abstract separation of a whole into its constituent parts in order to study the parts and their relations a form of literary criticism in which the structure of a piece of writing is analyzed the use of closed-class words instead of inflections: e.g., `the father of the bride' instead of `the bride's father' a branch of mathematics involving calculus and the theory of limits; sequences and series and integration and differentiation a set of techniques for exploring underlying motives and a method of treating various mental disorders; based on the theories of Sigmund Freud consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning break down into components or essential features make a mathematical, chemical, or grammatical analysis of; break down into components or essential features subject to psychoanalytic treatment
a slight but appreciable amount any of numerous very small to minute arachnids often infesting animals or plants or stored foods
a way of regarding situations or topics etc. the appearance of things relative to one another as determined by their distance from the viewer
not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness recurring only at long intervals not widely distributed having low density marked by an uncommon quality; especially superlative or extreme of its kind (of meat) cooked a short time; still red inside
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a mutually agreed delay in the date set for the completion of a job or payment of a debt act of expanding in scope; making more widely available the spreading of something (a belief or practice) into new regions an educational opportunity provided by colleges and universities to people who are not enrolled as regular students act of stretching or straightening out a flexed limb a string of characters beginning with a period and followed by one or more letters; the optional second part of a PC computer filename the most direct or specific meaning of a word or expression; the class of objects that an expression refers to the ability to raise the working leg high in the air amount or degree or range to which something extends an additional telephone set that is connected to the same telephone line an addition to the length of something an addition that extends a main building
a line of units following one after another a vertical glass tube used in column chromatography; a mixture is poured in the top and washed through a stationary substance where components of the mixture are adsorbed selectively to form colored bands a vertical array of numbers or other information anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower an article giving opinions or perspectives a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument) (architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure a page or text that is vertically divided any tubular or pillar-like supporting structure in the body
the trait of abstaining (especially from alcohol) act or practice of refraining from indulging an appetite
the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
a sudden forceful flow a sudden or abrupt strong increase a large sea wave rise and move, as in waves or billows rise rapidly rise or move forward rise or heave upward under the influence of a natural force such as a wave see one's performance improve
the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs) a geographical area politically controlled by a distant country
the act of carrying something move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body have with oneself; have on one's person transmit or serve as the medium for transmission serve as a means for expressing something bear or be able to bear the weight, pressure,or responsibility of support or hold in a certain manner contain or hold; have within extend to a certain degree continue or extend be necessarily associated with or result in or involve win in an election include, as on a list behave in a certain manner have on hand include as the content; broadcast or publicize propel, "Carry the ball" pass on a communication have as an inherent or characteristic feature or have as a consequence be conveyed over a certain distance keep up with financial support have or possess something abstract be equipped with (a mast or sail) win approval or support for compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance take further or advance have on the surface or on the skin capture after a fight transfer (entries) from one account book to another transfer (a number, cipher, or remainder) to the next column or unit's place before or after, in addition or multiplication pursue a line of scent or be a bearer bear (a crop) propel or give impetus to drink alcohol without showing ill effects be able to feed have a certain range cover a certain distance or advance beyond secure the passage or adoption (of bills and motions) be successful in sing or play against other voices or parts be pregnant with
someone whose employment involves carrying something a self-propelled wheeled vehicle designed specifically to carry something a large warship that carries planes and has a long flat deck for takeoffs and landings an inactive substance that is a vehicle for a radioactive tracer of the same substance and that assists in its recovery after some chemical reaction a person or firm in the business of transporting people or goods or messages a radio wave that can be modulated in order to transmit a signal a man who delivers the mail a boy who delivers newspapers (medicine) a person (or animal) who has some pathogen to which he is immune but who can pass it on to others a rack attached to a vehicle; for carrying luggage or skis or the like (genetics) an organism that possesses a recessive gene whose effect is masked by a dominant allele; the associated trait is not apparent but can be passed on to offspring
salty fluid secreted by sweat glands agitation resulting from active worry condensation of moisture on a cold surface use of physical or mental energy; hard work excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin
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a sudden sharp feeling a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument informal words for any attempt or effort use a knife on stab or pierce poke or thrust abruptly
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any of various red antibiotics isolated from soil bacteria
a person who changes location
a writ from a court commanding police to perform specified acts a type of security issued by a corporation (usually together with a bond or preferred stock) that gives the holder the right to purchase a certain amount of common stock at a stated price formal and explicit approval a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications show to be reasonable or provide adequate ground for stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of
a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. a label associated with something for the purpose of identification a small piece of cloth or paper a game in which one child chases the others; the one who is caught becomes the next chaser (sports) the act of touching a player in a game (which changes their status in the game) attach a tag or label to touch a player while he is holding the ball provide with a name or nickname go after with the intent to catch supply (blank verse or prose) with rhymes
grow worse
material that has been homogenized (especially tissue that has been ground and mixed)
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a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future grounds for feeling hopeful about the future make a promise or commitment promise to undertake or give make a prediction about; tell in advance give grounds for expectations
a dense growth of bushes an implement that has hairs or bristles firmly set into a handle momentary contact conducts current between rotating and stationary parts of a generator or motor a bushy tail or part of a bushy tail (especially of the fox) a minor short-term fight the act of brushing your teeth the act of brushing your hair contact with something dangerous or undesirable rub with a brush, or as if with a brush touch lightly and briefly clean with a brush sweep across or over remove with or as if with a brush cover by brushing
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the act of enrolling the body of people (such as students) who register or enroll at the same time a document certifying an act of registering (music) the sound property resulting from a combination of organ stops used to perform a particular piece of music; the technique of selecting and adjusting organ stops the act of adjusting something to match a standard
any of a group of proteins found in saliva and pancreatic juice and parts of plants; help convert starch to sugar
in a consecutive manner
a widespread outbreak of an infectious disease; many people are infected at the same time
give an incentive for action serve as the inciting cause of assist (somebody acting or reciting) by suggesting the next words of something forgotten or imperfectly learned
of or relating to the system for delivering mail
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any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts) the leading units moving at the head of an army (Great Britain) a closed railroad car that carries baggage or freight a camper equipped with living quarters a truck with an enclosed cargo space
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a man-made object taken as a whole
the act of moving something from one location to another someone who transfers or is transferred from one position to another the act of transfering something from one form to another a ticket that allows a passenger to change conveyances application of a skill learned in one situation to a different but similar situation transferring ownership transfer somebody to a different position or location of work move from one place to another lift and reset in another soil or situation move around cause to change ownership change from one vehicle or transportation line to another send from one person or place to another shift the position or location of, as for business, legal, educational, or military purposes transfer from one place or period to another
a plane curve traced by a point circling about the center but at increasing distances from the center a curve that lies on the surface of a cylinder or cone and cuts the element at a constant angle a continuously accelerating change in the economy ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops flying downward in a helical path with a large radius to wind or move in a spiral course form a spiral move in a spiral or zigzag course in the shape of a coil
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the branch of engineering science that studies the uses of electricity and the equipment for power generation and distribution and the control of machines and communication
a tube in which a body fluid circulates a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War the United States federal department responsible for the interests of military veterans; created in 1989
a large phagocyte; some are fixed and other circulate in the blood stream
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a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain informal terms for money sweeten with sugar
put in motion or move to act release or pull the trigger on
of or related to the cornea
the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object the property of something that is great in magnitude physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together a publication that is one of a set of several similar publications a relative amount the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction)
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two propositions are contradictories if both cannot be true (or both cannot be false) at the same time of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true and both cannot be false that confounds or contradicts or confuses in disagreement unable to be both true at the same time
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a period of three months; especially one of the three three-month periods into which human pregnancy is divided one of three divisions of an academic year thin and fit of places; characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder neat and smart in appearance severely simple in line or design
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a very small duct
the act of gripping and pressing firmly a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer (slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend a twisting squeeze an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power a tight or amorous embrace the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition press firmly squeeze like a wedge into a tight space to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" obtain by coercion or intimidation press or force squeeze tightly between the fingers squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness squeeze or press together
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engage in give certain properties to something make or cause to be or to become cause to do; cause to act in a specified manner give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally create or manufacture a man-made product make, formulate, or derive in the mind compel or make somebody or something to act in a certain way create by artistic means earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages create or design, often in a certain way to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting" reach a goal, e.g., "make the first team" be or be capable of being changed or made into make by shaping or bringing together constituents perform or carry out make by combining materials and parts change from one form into another act in a certain way so as to acquire charge with a function; charge to be achieve a point or goal reach a destination, either real or abstract institute, enact, or establish carry out or commit form by assembling individuals or constituents organize or be responsible for put in order or neaten head into a specified direction have a bowel movement undergo fabrication or creation be suitable for add up to amount to constitute the essence of appear to begin an activity proceed along a path reach in time gather and light the materials for prepare for eating by applying heat induce to have sex assure the success of represent fictitiously, as in a play, or pretend to be or act like consider as being calculate as being cause to be enjoyable or pleasurable favor the development of develop into behave in a certain way eliminate urine produced by a manufacturing process; rope and nails" (of a bed) having the sheets and blankets set in order successful or assured of success
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anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events sound recording consisting of a disk with a continuous groove; used to reproduce music by rotating while a phonograph needle tracks in the groove the number of wins versus losses and ties a team has had the sum of recognized accomplishments a compilation of the known facts regarding something or someone an extreme attainment; the best (or worst) performance ever attested (as in a sport) a document that can serve as legal evidence of a transaction a list of crimes for which an accused person has been previously convicted make a record of; set down in permanent form register electronically indicate a certain reading; of gauges and instruments be aware of be or provide a memorial to a person or an event
a solution obtained by steeping or soaking a substance (usually in water) the process of extracting certain active properties (as a drug from a plant) by steeping or soaking (usually in water) (medicine) the passive introduction of a substance (a fluid or drug or electrolyte) into a vein or between tissues (as by gravitational force) the act of infusing or introducing a certain modifying element or quality
childhood disease caused by deficiency of vitamin D and sunlight associated with impaired metabolism of calcium and phosphorus
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk
give an exhibition of to an interested audience establish the validity of something, as by an example, explanation or experiment provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes march in protest; take part in a demonstration
without regard to specific details or exceptions in a wide fashion
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lacking the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task not sufficient to meet a need
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an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain
a thermionic tube having two electrodes; used as a rectifier a semiconductor that consists of a p-n junction
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the property of something that can be pervaded by a liquid (as by osmosis or diffusion)
(pathology) a small abnormal patch on or inside the body a memorial made of brass
act in opposition to oppose or check by a counteraction oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions destroy property or hinder normal operations
a unit of energy equal to the work done by an electron accelerated through a potential difference of 1 volt
to make better get better getting higher or more vigorous
French neurologist (1857-1904)
a proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred)
circulation again
hold as reserve or withdraw from circulation; of capital to hold fast or prevent from moving make defenseless convert (assets) into fixed capital prohibit the conversion or use of (assets) cause to be unable to move
become wider cause to expand as it by internal pressure swell from or as if from internal pressure
slanderous defamation a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope a blemish made by dirt an act that brings discredit to the person who does it stain by smearing or daubing with a dirty substance make a smudge on; soil by smudging cover (a surface) by smearing (a substance) over it charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
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something regarded as a normative example conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal in accordance with scientific laws being approximately average or within certain limits in e.g. intelligence and development forming a right angle
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be in or establish communication with be in direct physical contact with; make contact
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration an intuitive assumption the temporal end; the concluding time event whose occurrence ends something the proposition arrived at by logical reasoning (such as the proposition that must follow from the major and minor premises of a syllogism) the act of ending something a final settlement the last section of a communication the act of making up your mind about something
being more concentrated than normally possible and therefore not in equilibrium
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a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
the month following May and preceding July
in an inherent manner
produce by metabolism
put in effect to gain with effort
a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body a low-cut shoe without fastenings operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal deliver forth draw or pour with a pump supply in great quantities flow intermittently move up and down raise (gases or fluids) with a pump question persistently
of or relating to hypoglycemia
make oneself subject to; bring upon oneself; become liable to receive a specified treatment (abstract)
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a connection (like a clamp or vise) between two things so they move together a mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects the act of pairing a male and female for reproductive purposes bring two objects, ideas, or people together link together form a pair or pairs engage in sexual intercourse
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the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
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the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object the property of something that is great in magnitude physical objects consisting of a number of pages bound together a publication that is one of a set of several similar publications a relative amount the magnitude of sound (usually in a specified direction)