speeder
noun
How to pronounce speeder?
The word speeder sounds like speed-er
What is the definition of speeder?
nouna driver who exceeds the safe speed limit
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inset
noun, verb
How to pronounce inset?
The word inset sounds like in-set
/'ɪn,sɛt/
What is the definition of inset?
nounan artifact that is inserted or is to be inserted
nouna piece of material used to strengthen or enlarge a garment
nouna small picture inserted within the bounds or a larger one
verbset or place in
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tocharian
noun
How to pronounce tocharian?
The word tocharian sounds like to-char-i-an
/tə'kɜriən/
What is the definition of tocharian?
nouna branch of the Indo-European language family that originated in central Asia during the first millennium A.D.
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oblate
noun, adjective
How to pronounce oblate?
The word oblate sounds like ob-late
/'ɑbleɪt/
What is the definition of oblate?
adjectivehaving the equatorial diameter greater than the polar diameter; being flattened at the poles
nouna lay person dedicated to religious work or the religious life
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methedrine
noun
How to pronounce methedrine?
The word methedrine sounds like meth-e-drine
/'mɛθə,drin/
What is the definition of methedrine?
nounan 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
How to say methedrine and what does methedrine mean?
scrumptious
adjective
How to pronounce scrumptious?
The word scrumptious sounds like scrump-tious
/'skrəmpʃəs/
What is the definition of scrumptious?
adjectiveextremely pleasing to the sense of taste
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venetian
noun
How to pronounce venetian?
The word venetian sounds like ve-ne-tian
/və'niʃən/
What is the definition of venetian?
nouna resident of Venice
of or relating to or characteristic of Venice or its people
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monosyllabic
adjective
How to pronounce monosyllabic?
The word monosyllabic sounds like mon-o-syl-lab-ic
/,mɑnəsɪ'læbɪk/
What is the definition of monosyllabic?
adjectivehaving or characterized by or consisting of one syllable
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artless
adjective
How to pronounce artless?
The word artless sounds like art-less
/'ɑrtlɪs/
What is the definition of artless?
adjective(of persons) lacking art or knowledge
adjectivecharacterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious
adjectiveshowing lack of art
Examples
- an artless translation
adjectivesimple and natural; without cunning or deceit
Examples
- an artless manner
- artless elegance
How to say artless and what does artless mean?
crush
noun, verb
How to pronounce crush?
The word crush sounds like crush
/krəʃ/
What is the definition of crush?
nountemporary love of an adolescent
verbcome down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
verbcome out better in a competition, race, or conflict
nouna dense crowd of people
verbto compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
Examples
- crush an aluminum can
verbmake ineffective
nounthe act of crushing
nounleather that has had its grain pattern accentuated
verbhumiliate or depress completely
Examples
- She was crushed by his refusal of her invitation
verbcrush or bruise
verbbecome injured, broken, or distorted by pressure
Examples
- The plastic bottle crushed against the wall
verbbreak into small pieces
Examples
- The car crushed the toy
How to say crush and what does crush mean?
mazzard
noun
How to pronounce mazzard?
The word mazzard sounds like maz-zard
/'mæzərd/
What is the definition of mazzard?
nounwild or seedling sweet cherry used as stock for grafting
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elastic
noun, adjective
How to pronounce elastic?
The word elastic sounds like e-las-tic
/ɪ'læstɪk/
What is the definition of elastic?
adjectiveable to adjust readily to different conditions
Examples
- an elastic clause in a contract
nouna narrow band of elastic rubber used to hold things (such as papers) together
nouna fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material
adjectivecapable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy
Examples
- an elastic band
- a youthful and elastic walk
How to say elastic and what does elastic mean?
aspirate
noun, verb
How to pronounce aspirate?
The word aspirate sounds like as-pi-rate
/'æspə,reɪt/
What is the definition of aspirate?
verbremove by suction
Examples
- aspirate the wound
nouna consonant pronounced with aspiration
verbinhale (air, water, etc.)
verbpronounce with aspiration; of stop sounds
How to say aspirate and what does aspirate mean?
centurion
noun
How to pronounce centurion?
The word centurion sounds like cen-tu-ri-on
/sɛn'turiən/
What is the definition of centurion?
noun(ancient Rome) the leader of 100 soldiers
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david
noun
How to pronounce david?
The word david sounds like da-vid
/'deɪvɪd/
What is the definition of david?
nounFrench neoclassical painter who actively supported the French Revolution (1748-1825)
nounpatron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)
noun(Old Testament) the 2nd king of the Israelites; as a young shepherd he fought Goliath (a giant Philistine warrior) and killed him by hitting him in the head with a stone flung from a sling; he united Israel with Jerusalem as its capital; many of the Psalms are attributed to David (circa 1000-962 BC)
How to say david and what does david mean?
breathalyzer
noun
How to pronounce breathalyzer?
The word breathalyzer sounds like breath-a-lyz-er
/'brɛθə,laɪzər/
What is the definition of breathalyzer?
nouna device that measures chemicals (especially the alcohol content) in a person's expired breath
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dedicate
verb
How to pronounce dedicate?
The word dedicate sounds like ded-i-cate
/'dɛdə,keɪt/
What is the definition of dedicate?
verbgive entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause
verbinscribe or address by way of compliment
Examples
- She dedicated her book to her parents
verbopen to public use, as of a highway, park, or building
verbset apart to sacred uses with solemn rites, of a church
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biconcave
adjective
How to pronounce biconcave?
The word biconcave sounds like bi-con-cave
/baɪ'kɑnkeɪv/
What is the definition of biconcave?
adjectiveconcave on both sides
How to say biconcave and what does biconcave mean?
innermost
adjective
How to pronounce innermost?
The word innermost sounds like in-ner-most
/'ɪnər,moʊst/
What is the definition of innermost?
adjectivesituated or occurring farthest within
Examples
- the innermost chamber
adjectivebeing deepest within the self
Examples
- one's innermost feelings
How to say innermost and what does innermost mean?
airdrome
noun
How to pronounce airdrome?
The word airdrome sounds like air-drome
/'ɜr,droʊm/
What is the definition of airdrome?
nounan airfield equipped with control tower and hangars as well as accommodations for passengers and cargo
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blemish
noun, verb
How to pronounce blemish?
The word blemish sounds like blem-ish
/'blɛmɪʃ/
What is the definition of blemish?
nouna mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something (especially on a person's body)
Examples
- a facial blemish
verbadd a flaw or blemish to; make imperfect or defective
verbmar or spoil the appearance of
verbmar or impair with a flaw
Examples
- her face was blemished
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irremovable
adjective
How to pronounce irremovable?
The word irremovable sounds like ir-re-mov-a-ble
/,ɪrɪ'muvəbəl/
What is the definition of irremovable?
adjectiveincapable of being removed or away or dismiss
Examples
- irremovable boulders
- irremovable obstacles
How to say irremovable and what does irremovable mean?
sweeping
noun, adjective
How to pronounce sweeping?
The word sweeping sounds like sweep-ing
/'swipɪŋ/
What is the definition of sweeping?
adjectiveignoring distinctions
Examples
- sweeping generalizations
adjectivetaking in or moving over (or as if over) a wide area; often used in combination
Examples
- a sweeping glance
- a wide-sweeping view of the river
nounthe act of cleaning with a broom
How to say sweeping and what does sweeping mean?
dracaena
noun
How to pronounce dracaena?
The word dracaena sounds like dra-cae-na
/drə'sinə/
What is the definition of dracaena?
nounan agave that is often cultivated for its decorative foliage
How to say dracaena and what does dracaena mean?
typhoon
noun
How to pronounce typhoon?
The word typhoon sounds like ty-phoon
/taɪ'fun/
What is the definition of typhoon?
nouna tropical cyclone occurring in the western Pacific or Indian oceans
How to say typhoon and what does typhoon mean?
carping
noun
How to pronounce carping?
The word carping sounds like carp-ing
/'kɑrpɪŋ/
What is the definition of carping?
nounpersistent petty and unjustified criticism
How to say carping and what does carping mean?
avenger
noun
How to pronounce avenger?
The word avenger sounds like a-veng-er
What is the definition of avenger?
nounsomeone who takes vengeance
How to say avenger and what does avenger mean?
articulator
noun
How to pronounce articulator?
The word articulator sounds like ar-tic-u-la-tor
/ɑr'tɪkjə,leɪtər/
What is the definition of articulator?
nouna movable speech organ
nounsomeone who pronounces words
How to say articulator and what does articulator mean?
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