root
noun, verb
How to pronounce root?
The word root sounds like root
/rut/
What is the definition of root?
nouna simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes
nounsomeone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
verbbecome settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style
noun(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
nounthe set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation
nounthe place where something begins, where it springs into being
Examples
- communism's Russian root
verbdig with the snout
Examples
- the pig was rooting for truffles
nouna number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number
noun(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
verbcause to take roots
verbcheer for
Examples
- She roots for the Broncos
verbcome into existence, originate
Examples
- The problem roots in her depression
verbplant by the roots
verbtake root and begin to grow
Examples
- this plant roots quickly
nounthe embedded part of a bodily structure such as a tooth, nail, or hair
How to say root and what does root mean?
sorry
adjective
How to pronounce sorry?
The word sorry sounds like sor-ry
/'sɑri/
What is the definition of sorry?
adjectivebad; unfortunate
Examples
- a sorry state of affairs
adjectivecausing dejection
adjectivewithout merit; of little or no value or use
Examples
- a sorry horse
- a sorry excuse
adjectivefeeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone
How to say sorry and what does sorry mean?
township
noun
How to pronounce township?
The word township sounds like town-ship
/'tæʊnʃɪp/
What is the definition of township?
nounan administrative division of a county
How to say township and what does township mean?
samba
noun, verb
How to pronounce samba?
The word samba sounds like sam-ba
/'sæmbə/
What is the definition of samba?
nounlarge west African tree having large palmately lobed leaves and axillary cymose panicles of small white flowers and one-winged seeds; yields soft white to pale yellow wood
nouna form of canasta using three decks of cards and six jokers
nouna lively ballroom dance from Brazil
verbdance the samba
nounmusic composed for dancing the samba
How to say samba and what does samba mean?
demonstrative
noun, adjective
How to pronounce demonstrative?
The word demonstrative sounds like de-mon-stra-tive
/də'mɑnstrətɪv/
What is the definition of demonstrative?
adjectiveserving to demonstrate
nouna pronoun that points out an intended referent
adjectivegiven to or marked by the open expression of emotion
Examples
- an affectionate and demonstrative family
How to say demonstrative and what does demonstrative mean?
huisache
noun
How to pronounce huisache?
The word huisache sounds like hui-sa-che
/wi'sɑʧi/
What is the definition of huisache?
nountropical American thorny shrub or small tree; fragrant yellow flowers used in making perfumery
How to say huisache and what does huisache mean?
anxiety
noun
How to pronounce anxiety?
The word anxiety sounds like anx-i-e-ty
/æŋ'zaɪɪti/
What is the definition of anxiety?
noun(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
nouna vague unpleasant emotion that is experienced in anticipation of some (usually ill-defined) misfortune
How to say anxiety and what does anxiety mean?
bithynia
noun
How to pronounce bithynia?
The word bithynia sounds like bi-thyn-i-a
/bɪ'θɪniə/
What is the definition of bithynia?
nounan ancient country in northwestern Asia Minor in what is now Turkey; was absorbed into the Roman Empire by the end of the 1st century BC
How to say bithynia and what does bithynia mean?
caller
noun, adjective
How to pronounce caller?
The word caller sounds like cal-ler
/'kæləR/
What is the definition of caller?
nouna social or business visitor
nouna person who announces the changes of steps during a dance
Examples
- you need a fiddler and a caller for country dancing
nounthe person initiating a telephone call
Examples
- there were so many callers that he finally disconnected the telephone
nounan investor who buys a call option
adjectivefresh
Examples
- caller fish
adjectiveproviding coolness
Examples
- `caller' is a Scottish term as in `a caller breeze'
nounsomeone who proclaims or summons in a loud voice
Examples
- the callers were mothers summoning their children home for dinner
nounthe bettor in a card game who matches the bet and calls for a show of hands
nounthe person who convenes a meeting
Examples
- who is the caller of this meeting?
How to say caller and what does caller mean?
pharmaceutical
noun, adjective
How to pronounce pharmaceutical?
The word pharmaceutical sounds like phar-ma-ceu-ti-cal
/,fɑrmə'sutɪkəl/
What is the definition of pharmaceutical?
adjectiveof or relating to pharmacy or pharmacists
Examples
- the pharmaceutical industry
noundrug or medicine that is prepared or dispensed in pharmacies and used in medical treatment
of or relating to drugs used in medical treatment
How to say pharmaceutical and what does pharmaceutical mean?
trainer
noun
How to pronounce trainer?
The word trainer sounds like train-er
/'treɪnər/
What is the definition of trainer?
nounsimulator consisting of a machine on the ground that simulates the conditions of flying a plane
nounone who trains other persons or animals
How to say trainer and what does trainer mean?
aviso
How to pronounce aviso?
The word aviso sounds like a-vi-so
How to say aviso and what does aviso mean?
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)